Rockford IL

A Byron-based company has been making the tools needed to make screws for decades.

After closing suddenly, Chicago’s Gale Street Inn will reopen in Jefferson Park with its classic menu and a new kids’ section. A comeback for one of Illinois’ most-loved eateries.

JANESVILLE, Wis. (WMTV) - A signature bond was set Thursday for a 17-year-old arrested after a deadly crash in Rock County. Carter Perteete, 17, appeared virtually for his initial appearance in Rock County Circuit Court. A judge ordered a $50,000 signature bond for Perteete, meaning he only needs to pay...

ROCKFORD — With a backdrop of autumn colors, a quartet of volunteers on Wednesday began the task of setting up a 100-foot tunnel that is the hallmark of the annual Festival of Lights. The crew spent the afternoon bolting together the steel structure in preparation for it to be...

The famous $5.99 pumpkin pie is in Loves Park. a giant 58-ounce Thanksgiving favorite across Illinois.

You're helping a local business reach a whole new audience, gain free exposure, and you didn't have to spend a penny.

ROCKFORD — Mayor Tom McNamara said it was a “shame” that the historic Elks Lodge No. 64 would be demolished, but he said his vote in favor of razing the building was the result of years of neglect from the owner. The mayor made those comments on...

BELOIT, Wis. (WIFR) - Lt. Jennifer Rysdyk traces her steps describing the layout of her upcoming holiday dinner. “For Thanksgiving, what we do is we have to actually push everything over,” she said. The Salvation Army of Rock County lieutenant gestured toward tables wrapped in cloth and topped with fall-colored...

Residents of the northwest side of Rockford have been witnessing a peculiar sight for almost a decade now. An older man, dressed in full explorer or safari attire, has been spotted walking or trotting around the neighborhood. His outfit, complete with a belted khaki jacket, khaki pants tucked into high leather boots,...

ROCKFORD — Barry Paye started with a vision to restore the Huskie Barrel to its former glory. The 16-foot tall barrel-shaped drive-thru root beer stand that once served customers at the Machesney Airport has been out of commission for decades. Paye thought rebuilding it would offer a perfect location for Girls...