Rockford’s Recycling Problem Could Soon Cost Residents More
Rockford officials say recycling contamination is becoming a major problem and garbage costs could rise if residents keep tossing the wrong items in bins.
Belvidere Park District opens new Jean Twyning Nature Playground
BELVIDERE — The Belvidere Park District cut the ribbon on Thursday on a new playground envisioned as a vibrant entry point to the community from the west. The Jean Twyning Nature Playground at Glenn H. Green Open Space, 8484 Distillery Road, is the latest step in transforming the park after the unveiling of Gary Simon’
Forreston man accused of DUI after UTV fire in Polo
POLO, Ill. (WIFR) - A 55-year-old man was arrested Wednesday after deputies responded to a UTV fire and say the man had been driving it while drunk. Jeffrey S. Singley, of Forreston, is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol. Around 8:45 p.m., May 27, deputies were called out...
Jimmy’s to bring classic Chicago street food to East State Street in Rockford
ROCKFORD — A local restaurateur is ready to bring a taste of classic Chicago street food to East State Street after more than a year of work to revive a fire-damaged restaurant space. Jimmy’s Authentic Chicago Food is expected to open at 3511 E. State St. in mid to...
Hotel Dispute in Rockford Led to Death Threat Against Officer
A Rockford man is facing charges after police say he threatened an officer and resisted arrest during a hotel incident earlier this month.
Man suffers head injury after crashing into Genoa home, deputies say
GENOA, Ill. (WIFR) - A Huntley man was hospitalized after crashing his truck into a house Wednesday, according to the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office. Around 12:30 p.m., May 27, deputies went out to the 18000 block of Melms Road in Genoa for a report of a crash between a vehicle and a house.
Coach’s Corner unveils food truck to bring char-broiled taste around the Rockford region
BELVIDERE — A new food truck centered on char-broiled Angus beef burgers with classic grill marks aims to bring a taste of Coach’s Corner to places around the region. The restaurant debuted its new Iron Gate food truck on Thursday in honor of International Burger Day. It’s stationed at Coach’s Corner, 622 S. State St.,
Winnebago Co. Animal Services in desperate need of kitten food donations
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Winnebago County Animal Services says it is in “desperate need” of kitten food due to a recent influx of cats and kittens. WCAS says in just the last four days, it’s taken in nearly 80 cats and kittens. Those able to donate are...
Public Record for May 28, 2026
Rock County Felony arrests All of those listed below have since their arrest been formally charged with felonies. REED, JAMES, 28, of Janesville, misdemeanor battery, domestic abuse, domestic abuse repeater, disorderly conduct, domestic abuse, domestic abuse repeater, May 18, 800 block of Rockport Road, Janesville.
I Found an Absolute Gem Sitting on a Rockford Curb
Couldn't believe someone was throwing this in the trash in Rockford!
