Rockford IL

Two people were arrested following a burglary investigation Wednesday morning.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - One person is in serious but stable condition Thursday morning following a suspected arson fire at an apartment building. Just after 3 a.m., July 30, Rockford Fire Department was called out to a blaze at a three-story apartment complex in the 1400 block of 8th St. with reports of a person trappe

People can explore the history of downtown Rockford’s lost buildings during a River District Historic Walking Tour that begins at 5:30 p.m. July 30 near the Rockford Public Library. The tour will start across from the library and focus on historic structures that no longer exist, according to a community announcement.

Rockford diners are searching for answers after Dos Reales quietly closed months ago and signs are raising concerns about its future.

With sadness, we announce the following deaths for Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit in recent weeks:. Elaine Kay Benskin, 83, a former Hononegah High School Graduate. Get our free newsletter delivered straight to your inbox: hometown news from Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit. Thank you, Helen, Beverly, Elaine, and C

Ever gone to the pool to lay out, and realized you forgot to bring snacks? The worst let down ever!

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) – The American Red Cross declared a national emergency blood shortage earlier this month, a situation mirrored locally where the Rock River Valley Blood Center, the Stateline’s primary blood supplier, also reports a need. The Rock River Valley Blood Center (RRVBC) plays a vital role...

Culver's Double ButterBurger with Cheese just landed 5th on USA Today's 2026 list of best fast-food burgers in America — and yes, the buttered bun is toasted fresh before every single order.

WINNEBAGO CO., Ill. (WIFR) - The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) recovers more than $90,000 for workers on a Winnebago County solar energy project following a wage violation investigation. The Illinois Prevailing Wage Act requires contractors and subcontractors working on public works projects to pay workers an hou

News from Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit as reported in the award-winning Rockton-Roscoe News. National Night out for South Beloit, Roscoe and Rockton on. With the 2nd Chemtool/Holiam payments timeline of the 2nd quarter coming and going without payments going out to residents. The Rockton-Roscoe News did reach out t