Rockford IL

(WIFR) - We’ve had a line of showers and non-severe storms push through the stateline early on this afternoon, bringing some much needed rainfall to the region. Once these storms pushed through, a strong wake low developed. A wake low develops thanks to rain cooled air falling to the surface, creating a pocket of low p

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Art enthusiasts celebrated locally-crafted ceramic work thanks to a nonprofit arts studio’s inaugural Clay Fest. Inferno Clay Studio held the one-of-a-kind event June 27 at Pioneer Hall in Rockford. The festival was open to all ages and free to attend. Artists from across the region...

(WIFR) - We’ve had quite the nice stretch of weather over the past few weeks. Temperatures have been below to even well below normal, but once we get into tomorrow, that stretch will come to an end. Before we talk about the heat, let’s talk about what we have...

The Stephenson Business Center holds a community event Saturday with dozens of vendors and some giveaways for area residents.

Beloit, Wis. (WMTV) - The Beloit Historical Society is hosting a series of historical performances this summer in celebration of America’s 250th birthday. On Saturday, June 27, the society presented an hour-long performance focused on the history of the Underground Railroad. Actor Terry Lynch portrayed a safe house own

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) — A first-time event took over downtown Rockford Saturday morning, bringing the energy of nightlife to a daytime setting with coffee options and vendors. RKFD Daytime Rave and Brews ran from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., giving families and early risers the chance to attend a...

Cherry Valley Police Department in Illinois used a Skydio X10 with thermal imaging, a spotlight, and a speaker payload to locate and guide three stranded people out of the Kishwaukee River on the night of June 25, 2026. All three were unhurt when the Cherry Valley Fire Protection District took them to safety.

There is something about a July sunset in Illinois that makes dinner taste better when it comes with a breeze and a skyline. Regular patios are nice, but rooftop dining brings the kind of summer magic that turns an ordinary meal into a mini vacation. All around Illinois, rooftop restaurants...

Illinois State Police are asking for tips regarding the suspicious death of a 23-year-old Rochelle man in 2018 after they've uncovered new information.

Brady Schneider and Kayla Wieman created an eye catching coloring tree that graced the hallway of Whitman Post Elementary School on Thursday evening, May 7, 2026. This project is one of nearly 1,500 that were on display, just in Whitman Post Elementary School alone. Schneider and Wieman said, “We did...