House fire in Belvidere caused by fireplace, spreads to roof and attic
A house fire in Belvidere leaves a home uninhabitable Sunday evening.
Family shares daughter’s story to raise awareness about rare disease
ROCKTON, Ill. (WIFR) - For Aaron and Krystle Myers, the signs something wasn’t right with their daughter Amelia didn’t come all at once. What began as subtle changes turned into nearly two years of doctor visits and specialist appointments and eventually, a diagnosis they never expected. Amelia Myers...
A few flurries possible tonight with a pleasant week ahead
(WIFR) - We’ve had a few flakes attempt to fall this afternoon, but with a very dry pocket of air near the surface, most of the snow has evaporated and stayed in our atmosphere. I can’t rule out maybe a few flakes falling later this evening, around dinner time, as temperatures start to fall.
2 arrested after attempted homicide in Beloit, according to police
Two people were arrested and a victim is in the hospital on Saturday after a shooting in Beloit, according to police.
Rockford Housing Authority shifts to four‑day schedule Feb. 2
The Rockford Housing Authority is updating its hours of operation starting Feb. 2, 2026, according to a community announcement. The new schedule will see the administrative offices open from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. The offices will be closed on Fridays. The change is intended to better align...
Freeport warns of delayed water bills due Jan. 23
Freeport is waiving late fees for customers who did not receive their water bills on time. Some residents did not receive their bills that were due Jan. 23, 2026 because they were not delivered on time through the U.S. Postal Service, according to a community announcement. The Utility Billing Department will waive...
Rockford bicyclists pedal in nation-wide Unity Ride
About fifty bicyclists gathered outside Nicholas Conservatory in Rockford Saturday, Jan. 31, for a “Unity Ride” to honor Alex Pretti and Renee Good, who were killed by federal agents in Minneapolis. Scott Garwick organized the Rockford ride. He said, “We are also riding to remind people this is...
More Midwest Groundhogs Are Predicting Weather Than You Think
While Punxsutawney Phil gets all the fame, our own Woodstock Willie has some interesting predictions to share that might surprise you.
26-year sentence for man who shot sleeping victim in Machesney Park
A man who shot a 21-year-old victim in the back while he was sleeping has been sentenced to spend 26 years in prison.
Death investigation underway in Cherry Valley
Police are investigating after a man was found dead in Cherry Valley.
