Rockford IL

WINNEBAGO COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - Winnebago County Sheriff’s Department announces another “Safe Ride Home” initiative for the upcoming holiday. From 9 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31 to 4 a.m. Jan. 1, deputies will offer members of the community a free, sober ride home from New Year’s Eve festivities.

A Rockford man was arrested Sunday night for DUI after reportedly launching his car 100 yards into a field while driving drunk.

JANESVILLE, Wis. — The 21-year-old Janesville man charged with first-degree intentional homicide was deemed competent to stand in trial after an eight-year-old child was found dead at a home in March 2024, online court records show.

Downtown Beloit Association hosts a weekly Winter Crafter and Farmers’ Market for the community.

When the neon buzzes and the fryer sizzles, it’s easy to remember why simple food can feel important. That feeling is what sent me chasing double cheeseburgers across Illinois like a kid with a few dollars and big plans. Every stop offered a story, a smile, and a stack...

Candy Cloud, the Rockford-based beverage and treat eatery, is expanding, breaking ground on a drive-thru location in Machesney Park this week.

Christ the Rock Lutheran Church will soon renovate its gym into a multi-purpose community gathering space.

It is unclear what led to the crash and how many occupants were in each vehicle.

We all need joy. Especially now with the world the way it is... Much is made of joy at Christmas, and with good reason. The Creator God becomes a human being to redeem us from our sins and the brokenness that they have caused. "The Word became flesh and dwelt among us, full of grace and truth." (John 1:14) God who is...

Fenton 29 (4-11) **Rochelle: (3-1) for the tournament. **Rochelle: Led 35-15 at Half and 57-24 after 3 Quarters. **Brody Bruns (RTHS): Left the game in the 1st quarter with an ankle injury. **Rochelle: Home next Saturday vs Sterling 3pm. **Pre-Game Show at 2:45pm on SuperHits 935.com. Van Gerber. December 27,...