Rockford IL

Winnebago County Animal Services is highlighting a special pet each day as part of its Paw-some Pick of the Day program. On Monday, March 2, the featured pet is Cali (A0060239480), a 1-year-old, 47-pound dog with a calm and friendly nature. For that day only, Cali’s adoption fee is waived.

Construction on Auburn Street in Rockford is set to begin on March 17, reducing traffic to one lane in each direction and lasting until November, with additional work extending into Spring 2027.

A viral video of reckless driving on I-90 in Rockford has sparked debate online. Was it road rage or just dangerous driving? The company says the driver has been fired.

BELOIT — An idea to merge fire departments is back on the Tuesday night agendas for both the Beloit City Council and Town of Beloit Board of Supervisors. The Beloit City Council is going to talk about a proposed intergovernmental agreement in closed session, while the Town Board of Supervisors will consider it in...

JANESVILLE, Wis. — The man accused of killing his friend in the Town of Beloit on Feb. 3, 2025, was convicted of first-degree intentional homicide on Friday, the Rock County District Attorney's Office said. Dennis Banks Jr., 32, went on a "rampage," pistol-whipped a friend and pointed the gun...

Grammy Award-winning artist Sting is set to perform at Rockford's Hard Rock Live this October.

Two juveniles were safely removed from a home after a fire broke out Sunday afternoon. One adult was also displaced.

(WIFR) - After a cloudy and cool day Saturday, sunshine and some warmth are expected to return this afternoon. Highs will top out in the middle to upper 30s today with a fair mix of sunshine and clouds. Download the First Alert Weather app. What’s Coming Up... The start...

The Augustana Symphonic Band will be beginning its Midwest tour on March 20th, performing across Illinois and Wisconsin. Concerts will be open to the public and donations will be accepted. The tour will run until march 26th. Concerts will be directed by Dr. James Lambrecht, and will take place in Oregon, Naperville,...

BELOIT, Wis. (WIFR) - A man was arrested on Saturday after Beloit police say he crashed into a building while intoxicated, nearly hitting pedestrians. Rafael Soto, 30, is charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated and five counts of first-degree recklessly endangering safety. Just before 2 a.m., Feb. 28,...