Rockford IL

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The 52nd annual Boat, Vacation and Fishing Show has an exciting lineup over the weekend for stateline boating and outdoor enthusiasts. The final day of the event takes place from 10 a.m to 4 p.m., Feb. 22, at the Mercyhealth Indoor Sports Center, 8800 E. Riverside Blvd. in Loves Park.

(WIFR) - It’s been another brisk day across the stateline with highs topping out in the middle to upper 20s, putting us close to 10 degrees below normal. Mostly cloudy skies were a contributing factor to the cooler weather, but the main driving force was our gusty northwest winds.

The Harlem Huskies are state champions in girls bowling for the second straight year.

Whitehead Elementary School students got the chance to learn about agriculture in a unique way on Friday: a smooch from a pig.

Wondering where you can live comfortably in Illinois without emptying your wallet?. These 6 cities offer affordable living where your monthly expenses stay under $1,600!. Peoria sits beautifully along the Illinois River, offering stunning views and affordable living. The downtown area features a mix of historic...

What makes a carnival so unforgettable that people are still talking about it years later? In South Beloit, Illinois, that place is The Northern Illinois Fear Fest at 6512 Manchester Rd, South Beloit, IL 61080. It’s not your average carnival; it’s a mix of thrills, scares, and fun that leaves...

Wendy’s plans to close 300 to 350 U.S. restaurants in 2026 after revenue loss, raising questions about Illinois and Rockford locations.

The Hiawatha Hawks held off the Rockford FIRE Friday night 73-65. The FIRE is a team made up of students who are home-schooled.

The Loves Park Police and Fire departments will host an emergency preparedness session, according to a community announcement. The presentation will take place on Feb. 25, 2026, at 10 a.m. at 100 Heart Blvd, Loves Park, IL 61111. What will the presentation cover? The free, community-focused presentation aims to...

After Day 1 at the IHSA Girls Bowling Championship at the Cherry Bowl in Rockford, Hononegah sits as a team in 7th place. They sit 382 pins behind first day leader Arlington Heights (Hershey). As a team they are averaging 193.4. Junior Addison Brien sits in 6th place as an individual bowler. She is 213 pins behind...