Rockford IL

Allegiant Airlines announced this morning that it will begin offering nonstop flights from Chicago Rockford International Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport starting February 12, 2026.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The 17-year-old driver in a serious crash last week died from his injuries, according to Rockford police. A video with related coverage is attached to this article. Investigators say the teen, whose identity has not been shared, died early Tuesday morning. On Nov. 13, police said...

Dr. James Gallant, a physician with a career spanning several decades, will retire soon. He began his work in healthcare in 1978 as a nurse’s aide at KSB. The professionalism of the staff influenced his decision to pursue medicine instead of engineering after taking an anatomy class at Sauk Valley Community College.

Kasa Rubi Development has recently acquired the property located at 1111-1115 Fifth Ave. from Miss Carly’s for a sum of $125,000. The transaction was completed on November 5, as per the documents from the Winnebago County Clerk & Recorder’s Office. The new owners have expressed their intention to collaborate with the...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Three Rockford students were awarded for their culinary creativity in a district-wide competition. Students from Rockford Public Schools (RPS) across all grade levels participated in creating and submitting ideas for a chicken patty sandwich. The competition highlighted the students’...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Seniors across the stateline prepare for a noticeable jump in healthcare expenses next year as new Medicare rates for 2026 are set to increase the premiums and deductibles for millions of Americans. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has confirmed the standard Medicare Part...

Cocaine and a loaded weapon were found inside the vehicle of a Rockford man after police responded to a reported shooting on Saturday night, according to police.

BELOIT, Wis. (WIFR) - Beloit police ask for help identifying two people they say took part in a recent theft. One suspect is a white man with buzzed hair and slight facial hair. In the picture provided by police, he is wearing a black tank top, gray shorts and black tennis shoes.

WINNEBAGO COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - Facing a budget deficit of $3.1 million, the Harlem School Board weighs a decision to close schools and make major cuts to some programs, including early childhood education. Harlem School District Superintendent Terrell Yarbrough and administrators offer a plan they say addresses an...

Two teens, including Martichio Neal, 18, and an unidentified 17-year-old, were arrested on weapons charges after police said weapons were discovered in a car during a traffic stop on Friday.