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A former employee of the Machesney Park TJ Maxx store has been accused of placing a camera in the women's dressing room.

Writer’s block is real, but what happens when your creative juices are flowing but your surroundings make it hard to focus? WNIJ’s Yvonne Boose has the story of two Rockford artists who are struggling to find a way to clear the mental —and physical — clutter.

Were you ever in a group of friends, waiting to play some sport, while someone chose who got to be on which team, or even who got to play? It could be unnerving and even embarrassing - especially if you weren't chosen. Well, I have good news for you! Jesus...

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Fitchburg Police Department confirmed one person is dead after a hit-and-run crash Monday morning. Police said the call came in just after 7 a.m. Monday from the 5500 block of E. Cheryl Parkway. Officials said the crash involved a car and a bicyclist, and the bicyclist...

When it comes to spectacular parks and lakes, Wisconsin has you covered. For example, there are the majestic beaches of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore on the waters of the mighty Lake Superior. Meanwhile, the large Lake Winnebago is a paradise for windsurfing, adventure, and world-class fishing, and it's...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Sustain Rockford is hosting the first ever Fix-It-Fair on Saturday to help the community members extend the life of their items and reduce waste. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., March 21, the event is held at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 920 3rd Avenue, in Rockford.

LOVES PARK, Ill. (WIFR) - The annual Rockford RV, Camping and Travel Show returns for the 52nd year to showcase the latest RVs and camping necessities for area families. The show started on Friday, March 20, and lasts through Sunday, March 22. Its open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on...

LOVES PARK, Ill. (WIFR) - The 2026 Home Show comes to Loves Park over the weekend to help connect industry experts with community members to help them start on those spring renovations. The event is held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m....

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A pair of Rockford twins turned 90 on Sunday, celebrating with family, friends and community members who have been a part of their nearly century-long journey. At noon, March 22, Lino’s on East State Street was filled with party-goers eager to celebrate the brothers’ extraordinary milestone....

BELVIDERE, Ill. (WIFR) - After months of preparation, nearly 90 students from seven area high schools competed on Friday, showing off their technology and engineering skills. The Career Education Associates of North Central Illinois (CEANCI) held the sixth annual T & E Skills Competition on March 20 at Rock Valley...