Stateline Church purchases 19-acre lot for new church to address capacity issues
Stateline Church in Rockford recently purchased a 19-acre lot to build a whole new church. The need for space is crucial as parking lots and the main auditorium cannot hold the around 1,700 people that come to Sunday services.
Winnebago County property assessments remain unchanged by state equalization
Winnebago County homeowners will see no change to their property assessments from the State of Illinois' equalization process this year, as the state found the county's overall property assessments to be in line with the requirement that properties be assessed at one-third of market value.
Preserving History Above The Rock River Valley
In downtown Oregon, Illinois, the Ogle County Courthouse stands as a defining piece of regional history—its steep towers and slate-clad roof visible for miles across the Rock River Valley. When a major hailstorm damaged the aging original slate system, county officials faced a difficult question: how to restore the...
‘Clear bias’: Janesville council member raises concerns over GM site advisory board role
JANESVILLE, Wis. (WMTV) - A Janesville city council member is raising concerns about a potential conflict of interest tied to a key figure helping guide redevelopment of the former General Motors site — but county leaders say they do not see an issue. The concerns center on the GM-JATCO...
Two years after deadly Rockford stabbing spree, attorneys still reviewing evidence in Christian Soto...
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Nearly two years after one of the deadliest days in Rockford’s recent history, attorneys in the case of Christian Ivan Soto are still reviewing thousands of pages of police reports, digital files, forensic documents and other materials tied to the March 27, 2024 stabbing and beating spree that...
Rockford police officer faces domestic battery charges
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - An officer with the Rockford Police Department is behind bars and faces battery charges. Michael Rhein, 28, is accused of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and domestic battery. According to the Winnebago County jail’s website, he was booked just before 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 17....
Auburn Street improvements project start date delayed to March 23 in Rockford
The Auburn Street Improvements Project (Phase 1) will begin on March 23, and will include major utility and roadway work, such as new water main installation, lead service line replacements, and a multi-use path, and is expected to be completed by November, with additional improvements extending into spring 2027.
Highland Community College adds 5 new practical skills courses
FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) - Highland Community College in Freeport will offer a handful of affordable classes for anyone interested in picking up a new hobby and connecting with others. The Lifelong Learning program at Highland will have a variety of new spring classes made to inspire creativity, curiosity and lifelong...
Rockford yard waste collection to resume next week
ROCKFORD — Rock River Disposal, the waste contractor for the city of Rockford, will resume seasonal collection of yard waste on Monday for city residents. Yard waste must be placed out for collection at the same time as household waste and recyclables. Yard waste consists of grass clippings, leaves...
Winnebago County sheriff cleared of wrongdoing in Motorola radio deal, State’s Attorney says
The Winnebago County Attorney's Office found no wrongdoing by Sheriff Gary Caruana and Chief Deputy Rick Ciganek after a retired Deputy Chief, Dominick Barcellona, filed a complaint alleging the department violated purchasing laws in the Motorola radio purchases.
