Rockford leaders pass historic infrastructure plan as lead pipe deadline looms
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Rockford City Council members pave the way for the community’s largest infrastructure plan yet. On Monday, the finance and personnel committee unanimously approved a $385,331,713 plan to improve city streets, sidewalks, stormwater system and more. “It shows a commitment to neighborhoods,” said...
Goldie Floberg helps make holiday wishes come true with Mother Christmas Program
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A decade’s long tradition of spreading holiday cheer returns to Rockford with Goldie Floberg’s annual Mother Christmas Program. The non-profit needs help this year to provide Christmas gifts for the children, teens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities served by Goldie...
Average age of first-time home buyers reaches record high, students unsure of future
Owning a home is a part of the American Dream. It may be a delayed dream for some based on numbers revealed by the National Association of Realtors.
Weird Drink Incident In Rosemont Sends Actress To The Hospital
This is a weird one. A strange situation occurred at a suburban Chicago hotel bar where actress Tara Reid had been staying over the weekend, sending her to the hospital, according to multiple reports. Why Rosemont Matters to People in the Rockford Area. The incident happened in Rosemont, a town...
Illinois’ Under-The-Radar State Park Has Gorgeous Lakes, Trails, And Scenic Campsites
If you live in Illinois, then you're lucky enough to have the opportunity for year-round adventures, depending on how much you enjoy trekking through snow. When it comes to the state's must-visit outdoor destinations, Rock Cut State Park is right up there with the best in Illinois. Sprawling across more than 3,000...
Holiday rush has Rockford barbers working overtime
Barbershops are especially packed this time of year as people prep for holiday gatherings and events.
Rockford man sentenced to 85 years for 2019 Auburn Manor killing
Mario Williams, the man who killed Robert Brooks at the Auburn Manor complex in 2019 and was then arrested in a Freeport raid, has been sentenced to spend 85 years in prison.
Speed Trap Alert: Increased Police Presence at 20/39 and Harrison Interchange
The 20/39 and Harrison interchange has been a hot topic of discussion on social media platforms recently. The speed limit in the area is 35 mph, but it seems that not everyone is adhering to this rule. A Cherry Valley police officer has been spotted pulling over several drivers over the past few days. The new...
Some Forecasts Predicting 10″ of Snow for Illinois This Weekend
Forecasters warn a significant snow event could bring accumulating snow, wind advisories and travel disruptions to Illinois the weekend after Thanksgiving
Heads Up Rockford: Garbage Collection Paused This Thanksgiving
There will be no garbage collection on Thursday, November 27th due to the Thanksgiving holiday.
