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Mexican-American woman honored for running Rockford non-emergency transport service

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — For many, the American Dream has meant being your own boss. That has been the case two generations of...

Rockford’s first responders have coffee with residents at Meg’s Daily Grind

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford’s Crisis Co-Response Team met at Meg’s Daily Grind on Thursday to have a cup of coffee with the...

Best of the Midwest: Spend a fall weekend in Janesville!

It's time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature! Are you trying to come up with some vacation ideas that are only...

5 Exciting Shows Coming to Rockford That You Can’t Miss

If you're looking for something exciting to do in Rockford with the kiddos soon, you're in luck. There are so many shows you absolutely...

Fly through the sky in Freeport this weekend

Today's WNIJ Community Spotlight takes to the skies. Morning Edition host Jason Cregier is joined by Mark Mannino, one of the organizers for the...

RV catches fire, propane tanks explode in McHenry County; 2 people and dog escape...

MARENGO, Ill. - Two people and a dog are safe after an RV erupted in flames in Marengo Wednesday night. At about 8:49 p.m.,...

Paranormal Tour Of Haunted Illinois Theater On Halloween

If you're looking for a really scary night on Halloween, then I've got the perfect paranormal event for you to attend in Illinois. Old...

Wisconsin Man Arrested For Stealing Corndogs And More Food

With this latest incident in Wisconsin, I'm convinced that criminals will steal anything that they can get their hands on. Wisconsin Thief Steals Food...

Rockford-area musicians, regional bands keep Hard Rock rocking multiple nights a week

ROCKFORD - When singer Valerie Soetermans first learned a Hard Rock was being built here, she was delighted by the possibility of performing at...

Coalition works to unify, support Rockford’s Latino community

How much do you know about the history of Hispanic and Latino culture and community in Rockford? In recognition of National Hispanic...

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