Rockford mother starts fundraiser to support daughter’s heart surgery costs
Frankie Carlson, owner of Mad Threading, has launched a fundraising campaign called "Brows for Tommie" to help pay for her newborn daughter's heart surgery and care.
Rock Co. woman identifies self as victim in Wisconsin couple’s poisoning plot
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - A Rock County woman has identified herself as one of the victims in a Wisconsin couple’s poisoning plot. Amanda Bade told WMTV 15 News that she was the woman allegedly poisoned in Rock County. Bade also said she appreciates people sharing a GoFundMe that was...
List: Fireworks shows, Fourth of July celebrations around the stateline
(WIFR) - Several communities across the stateline will celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, parades and festivals. Below is a list of events around the area. Please note, admission may apply in some cases. June 28. Belvidere Heritage Days: Fireworks to begin at dusk at Boone County Fairgrounds. Full schedule...
Holian Insulation settles for $5.5 million in Chemtool fire
Northern Illinois residents affected by the disaster at Chemtool in Rockton, Illinois on June 14, 2021 are expected to receive $5.5 million as part of a second settlement in the class action lawsuit. Parties in the Chemtool, Lubrizol, and Holian Insulation lawsuit met in Judge Stephen Balogh's court in Boone County...
Several Officers Injured, Suspect Airlifted After Stolen Car Chase Ends In Shooting
In northwest Illinois, a police chase ended this morning in Savannah with multiple officers shot and wounded along with the suspect who was airlifted to the hospital. Authorities say it started last night when Freeport police responded to a report of a stolen vehicle. When officers found the vehicle, officials said...
Illinois’ Most Common Job Might Surprise You
Fast food workers may top the list in 15 states, especially across the South and Mountain West, but the Midwest tells a different story. While restaurant and retail gigs still dominate headlines, new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows a shift in what powers local economies. A new...
Belvidere Heritage Days festival June 27 and 28
BELVIDERE, Ill. (WIFR) - The annual festival returns, bringing a weekend of fun for all ages. Belvidere Heritage Days takes place from 4-10 p.m. June 27 and 10 a.m.-7 p.m. June 28 in Belvidere. Schedule of events:. Friday, June 27:. 5-7 p.m.: Fun House Friday at the Funderburg House. 6-10...
Baby boomers to blame for low housing inventory in Rockford, realtors say
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Those interested in buying a home in the Rockford region may have a tough time with fewer options on the market and rising prices. A related video is attached to this article. In May, just 159 properties were up for sale, down from 229 last year....
Oregon man hospitalized after being hit by vehicle in crosswalk
An Oregon man has been hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle as he was in a crosswalk on Wednesday.
Rockford man accused of attacking a pregnant woman while she called police
Donta Johnson, 42, was arrested for allegedly attacking a pregnant woman while she was trying to call authorities, and has a history of domestic battery convictions.
