Palace Wine Bar aims to bolster downtown Rockford’s art scene, social fabric
ROCKFORD — A new wine bar opening later this month will set out to bring more energy, conversation and art to downtown. Palace Wine Bar is filling the longtime Palace Shoe Repair and Downtown Shoes & Boutique space at 202 N. Main St., which is at the corner of Main and Mulberry streets. Two years after purchasing the p
Scattered storms expected Sunday, with hot and humid weather returning next week
Hot and humid next week, with periodic storm chances. ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Parts of the stateline received some heavy downpours before daybreak today, as storms dropped from the north out of Wisconsin overnight. The majority of the afternoon has been fairly quiet with a mix of sun and clouds, but if you’ve been outs
Rockford Public Library hosts Pride-A-Palooza
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The Rockford Public Library hosted its Teen Pride-A-Palooza Saturday afternoon. There were various stations for people including pride themed coloring sheets, button making and temporary tattoos. “A lot of us are a little bit more on the artsy side,” said Teen/Young Adult Librarian Morgan Yordy.
Rockford Pride Parade sees record participation
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Thousands filled downtown Rockford Saturday for the third annual Rockford Area Pride Parade, celebrating LBGTQ pride, visibility and community. Participants, businesses, nonprofits, churches and community organizations marched through downtown as people lined the streets. This year’s parade feat
Three men ordained by Diocese of Rockford
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The Diocese of Rockford ordained three men to its holy order of priesthood Saturday. Bishop David Malloy led the ceremony alongside clergy and those close to the new priests in attendance. Starting June 22, these men will begin their new roles. Two of the new fathers...
Rockford’s Keith Country Day School celebrates Class of 2026
Keith Country Day School held its 53rd annual commencement May 28 at Rockford University's Maddox Theatre. The class of 2026 included 13 seniors who will continue their academic journeys at colleges and universities across the country, including the University of Illinois, Johns Hopkins University, University of Michi
Community helps restore Kilbuck Bluffs Forest Preserve
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Some area residents came together Saturday, working to restore one of Winnebago County’s oldest forest preserves. Volunteer Site Steward Kevin Triner led community members in restoration efforts at Kilbuck Bluffs Forest Preserve. The work day focused on removing invasive honeysuckle from a proje
Dakota wins IHSA 1A State Championship
PEORIA, Ill. (WIFR) - The Dakota Indians are the IHSA 1A State Champions in softball after defeating Waltonville 2-1. The championship game was held Saturday morning at the Louisville Slugger Complex in Peoria. Finley Banks hit a triple for Dakota to tie the game up at one in the sixth...
The Enormous Illinois Antique Mall With Aisles And Aisles Of Vintage Surprises
Some antique stores ask for a quick browse. This one laughs at that idea. Illinois has plenty of places where vintage lovers can poke around for a charming find, but this massive antique mall turns the hunt into a full-on treasure chase. It is the kind of place where “I’ll...
The 90’s Are Back with Some Drama to Address!
Rockford, Ill (WTVO) — Tonight, on Instachat, we’re talking about Boy Meets World, Actors on Actors, SNL, and Taylor Swift!. Kicking things off tonight with some 90s TV controversy! We’ve all kind of wondered…three of the stars of ‘Boy Meets World’ have a podcast called ‘Pod Meets World’, it’s very successful, with the
