Rockford IL

Uncertainty clouds the current job market. On one hand, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports unemployment rates at 4.2% as of May 2025—and that hasn't changed much in the past year, a typical indicator of a positive economy. At the same time, average weekly earnings have increased by 3.9% over the 12 months ending...

LOVES PARK — A local family known for its contracting company celebrated on Monday the grand opening of its latest business: A new laundromat with coin-operated machines and drop off for wash, dry and fold service. Bufalo Family Laundromat, at 6202 Forest Hills Road a block south of Aldi,...

This was my very first time having a run-in with a deer on the road and let me tell you it was quite possibly the scariest moment of my life behind the wheel. Nothing can really prepare you for the moment a giant, living thing jumps out in front of your car. You either hit it, dodge it, or give it a little love tap...

Chicago, Illinois – Illinois residents should brace for intense heat and humidity starting this weekend, with “feels like” temperatures surpassing 100°F for several consecutive days, especially across central and northern parts of the state. According to the National Weather Service in Chicago, heat index values...

On Monday morning one woman abandoned 4 cats outside Noah's Ark Animal Sanctuary in Rockford, Illinois, and now the shelter needs help identifying who she is. As a pet owner, I can't wrap my head around people abandoning pets at animal shelters. I understand that sometimes life changes make it...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Police arrest a 14-year-old following a rash of calls about vehicles being stolen or attempted thefts. A 14-year-old boy from Rockford is charged with aggravated battery in a public place, attempted vehicular hijacking, burglary to vehicle possession of a stolen vehicle and possession of...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Dancers from Rockford, Chicago and the surrounding area show off their skills Sunday evening during the Battle at Levings. The one-on-one elimination style competition brought 16 breakdancers to Levings Park, sharing the art and culture with the Forest City. “I’m super happy, super excited, we...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Local job seekers are invited to explore a career with the Hard Rock Casino Rockford at its hiring event June 16. The second dealer hiring event takes place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 7801 E. State Street. Attendees should enter through the Hard Rock Live Event Center entrance on the east side...

MACHESNEY PARK — A 5-acre plot at the corner of Perryville Road and Vaughndale Drive could become a senior apartment complex under a plan moved forward by the village this month. The plan calls for a three-story building at 7633 Perryville Road, which is roughly a block north of...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Mostly sunny with south winds 5 - 10 MPH and highs in the middle 80’s. Slight chance for showers and thunderstorms after 3 through 10 this evening. Upper 80’s tomorrow with a slight chance of thunderstorms late afternoon. Strong to severe storms possible on Wednesday.