Rockford IL

A ramp closure is scheduled on the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway in Winnebago County on Oct. 28. The closure is part of toll plaza improvements at the East Riverside Boulevard Interchange, according to a community announcement. The ramp connecting westbound I-90 to East Riverside Boulevard will close at 7 p.m. on Oct....

Rural Street in Rockford will close October 31 to complete watermain repairs, with detours posted and all local businesses remaining open.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A three-vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon shut down the eastbound lanes of Newburg Road. Just before 3 p.m. Oct. 29, officers shared the traffic alert on X, letting drivers know that Newburg was closed between Charlotte Drive and Arnold Avenue. About an hour and a half later,...

Four former employees at the oldest manufacturing plant in Rockford are reopening the once-shuttered factory that laid them off.

A new family destination is set to bring both games and a restaurant experience to the city. Rock River Current recently reported on Cahoot’s Rockford coming to 505 N Madison Street. The building is being repurposed into a space for arcade games, mini putt, bowling and a restaurant. Co-Owner Brian Huels told What Now...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Thousands of families across Illinois could lose access to SNAP benefits starting Nov. 1 and it’s not just people feeling the impact. Local shelter leaders say the loss of food assistance could lead to more pets being surrendered. “We do expect that when people have...

Illinois’ Monti’s in Chicago earns a spot on Mashed’s list of America’s best cheesesteaks, blending Philly flavor with Wisconsin cheddar for a Chicago twist.

Chopper 7 was over the scene as police investigated a crash that left a car in a house on Wednesday in Marengo.

The City of Rockford began accepting applications for its Commercial Corridor Property Revitalization Program in late October 2025. The program applies to commercial and industrial-zoned properties along parts of Harrison Avenue, North Main Street, Rockton Avenue, South Alpine Road, and South Main Street.

(WIFR) - With uncertainty over whether SNAP benefits will be funded next month, some stateline businesses are stepping up to help support those in need. Juanito’s Pizza, 1802 Harrison Ave., in Beloit, is one of the businesses answering the call for help. Starting Nov. 1, the pizza shop will...