Rockford IL

Delving into the heart of Rockford, Illinois, we find a treasure trove of cherished holiday memories. From the dazzling Festival of Lights in Sinnissippi Park to the vibrant displays at Woodward and the stunning trees at Ambrose, the city's festive spirit is truly enchanting. A tradition of visiting Cumberland and...

ROCKFORD — The annual Stroll on State rolled through the snow on Saturday despite winter weather that forced the event to be scaled back. There were fewer balloon floats in the parade, fireworks were canceled because road conditions caused delays for the pyrotechnics crew, and the event concluded earlier than...

(WIFR) - With snow expected to make travel difficult in the stateline, below is a list of sites with real-time updates on road conditions. Slippery road conditions are expected Sunday, Nov. 30, with areas of blowing and drifting snow, especially in open rural areas. Crews with the Illinois Department of...

If the kitchen and hearth are the heart of a home, then Benson Stone Co. is the heartbeat of countless Rockford area households. The family-owned company, a staple of Rockford’s business landscape, recently celebrated its 95th anniversary. Benson’s has evolved with the times by updating its product lines to...

Considering pet adoption? Or perhaps you just enjoy all things cute and cuddly? Numerous charming pets are ready for a loving home at animal shelters situated in and near loves park.

A man was taken to the hospital after suffering cuts to his fingers while attempting to unclog a snow blower, fire officials said.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A Rockford store owner says police are looking for a suspect after his business was robbed. Video obtained exclusively by WIFR shows the moment a man walks into Corner Food N’ More along the 3000 block of Kishwaukee Street and appears to pull out a gun. The owner says it happened around 7:50...

JANESVILLE — The Rock County Sheriff’s Office has officially retired K9 Kamo, one of the county’s most decorated and effective police dogs, after a hearing loss left him unable to safely continue serving. K9 Kamo, who joined the Sheriff’s Office in November 2019, was medically retired on Nov. 13, 2025, following...

STEPHENSON COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - Fairgrounds Road between IL Route 26 and Forest Road reopens Sunday morning. Around 6:45 a.m. Nov. 30, the Stephenson County Sheriff’s Office shared an alert saying the road was closed. About an hour later, deputies said the road reopened. The sheriff’s office has not...

Have you been contemplating pet adoption, or simply love perusing adorable pets? A myriad of delightful pets are available for adoption at various animal shelters in the vicinity of rockford..