Beloit Public Library updates school district data tool
BELOIT, Wis. -- Beloit Public Library released an updated version of its school district DataTool.
List: Warming centers in Winnebago and Boone counties
(WIFR) - With dangerously cold temperatures expected this week, below is a list of warming centers within Boone and Winnebago counties. Leaders say the list is subject to change without notice. Winnebago County. The Carpenter’s Place. Address: 11149 Railroad Ave., Rockford. Hours: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Thursday...
Quad Cities Winter Weather Update: 2 to 4 Inches of Snow Expected South of...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Davenport, Iowa – Drivers across eastern Iowa and northwest Illinois could encounter slick roads tonight as a fast-moving band of snow spreads across the region, with impacts expected during the evening...
Municipalities declare winter weather, snow emergencies for Tuesday night
BELOIT, Wis. -- With snow and bitter cold in the forecast, municipalities around southern Wisconsin declared a winter weather emergency for Tuesday night into Wednesday.
Surgeon Accused of Murdering Ex-Wife and Dentist Husband Was Arrested by Feds at Chick-fil-A
Michael McKee was taken into custody just a few miles from his medical office on Jan. 10 while stopping to get some fast food at 10:30 a.m.
Illinois family donates 400 Hot Wheels to burn patients at Rockford hospital
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - As a way to honor their son’s memory, an Illinois family donates hundreds of Hot Wheels cars for burn patients at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center in Rockford. In September 2023, 8-year-old Dedrick Vazquez died in a tragic side-by-side accident. Stacey Vazquez, Dedrick’s mom, says...
Illinois Forecast: 5″+ Snow Possible, Bitter Cold Below 0°F Ahead
A powerful Arctic cold front will drive temperatures well below zero across Rockford and Chicagoland this week, accompanied by another snow event that could drop several inches over the area.
Mercyhealth opens new occupational health clinic in Beloit
BELOIT, Wis. -- Mercyhealth has opened a new occupational health clinic in Beloit.
Rockford mayor to host town halls on safety efforts Jan. 21, 29
Mayor Tom McNamara will host two town hall meetings to share updates on Rockford's efforts to build a safer community. Residents will hear from city leaders about public safety initiatives, crime reduction strategies and work underway to support neighborhoods across Rockford, according to a community announcement....
Rockford mom invents PeerSip, a germ-free sharing cup
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - If you’re a parent, you’ve likely tried to enjoy a drink when your little one begs for ‘just one sip’. What you didn’t know is they have a cold brewing. and before you know it, your entire household is sick. That’s...
