Rockford IL

Wednesday’s potent cold front was felt all across the Stateline yesterday as afternoon highs were restricted to the upper teens and low 20s. With clouds clearing out this morning, additional sun will give temperatures a slight boost, landing them in the low to possibly mid 20s. Still seasonably cool as Rockford’s...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Drivers are encouraged to find an alternative route as crews repair a water main break on E. State Street. Starting Saturday, Dec. 3, the City of Rockford is closing the eastbound right curb lane at 4215 E. State St. from Lynmar Ct. to the 4300 block of E. State Street.

A Roscoe man is accused of driving while intoxicated after an accident damaged a fence and overturned his car.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The city welcomed its first baby of the year 2026 shortly after midnight, with baby Nai’aree born at 12:50 a.m on 1-1-26. Nai’aree, who weighs six pounds and measures 19 inches long, is welcomed by parents Nauticca and Martavian. Hospital staff celebrated her arrival by preparing a gift basket...

The Rock County Medical Examiner has released the names of a couple found deceased in their home on Dec. 26, 2025, around 4:49 p.m.

Whether its lifestyle changes, financial goals or personal development, many kicked off the New year with specific intentions. UW Health wants to help you stay on track, even if that means a few bumps along the way.

On the last day of the year, the Illinois Department of Transportation announced that replacement of the Illinois 2 bridges over the Rock River in Rockton is complete. While the new bridges are complete, the project is not. Workers are still demolishing the temporary tramway and resurfacing the road before the...

An Illinois man was sentenced to federal prison after admitting to dealing drugs in Beloit, according to the Wisconsin Department of Justice. Tyreese Taylor, 43, of Machesney Park, Illinois, has been sentenced to 54 months, or four and a half years, in federal prison for cocaine distribution. In October, he pleaded...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - For the first time, Hard Rock Live hosted an all-ages rock show in partnership with the Rock & Roll Institute, putting the spotlight on the next generation of musicians. “This partnership represents what’s possible when professional music venues and youth arts organizations come together,”...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The first meeting of a new Rockford Family Chapter takes place Saturday, bringing together local children and teens who stutter. From noon to 3 p.m., Dec. 3, youth and their families were welcomed to the Carlson Ice Rink, 4150 N. Perryville Rd. in Loves Park, to celebrate the chapter’s launch...