Authorities: Felon sold semiautomatic to informant, gets 7-year sentence
Martel Williams, a convicted felon, was sentenced to more than 7 years in federal prison after selling a loaded semiautomatic firearm to a law enforcement informant in 2023.
Crews called to house fire on Hononegah Road in Rockton
ROCKTON, Ill. (WIFR) - Firefighters from around the region work to put out a fire at a home Monday afternoon in Rockton. Multiple agencies, including Rockton Fire, Harlem-Roscoe Fire, Loves Park Fire and the Byron Fire Department were called in to help with a fire in the 100 block of Hononegah Road.
Rockford man arrested after waving rifle from car, believed women ‘liked these things’
A man, reported to have been waving a rifle around while hanging out of an SUV early Friday, told police he had done so to increase his chances of having sex with the women in the car.
Benny’s Dariette seeks action after alleged illegal dumping
Benny Salamone, owner of Benny's Dariette in Rockford, is seeking action after security cameras caught alleged illegal dumping at his business.
Festive Igloo Dining Coming to Capri Restaurant in Loves Park
Capri’s new Loves Park location is getting even better with holiday igloos and a fun merch stand offering unique gifts and a warm festive dining experience for families.
Pumpkin Disposal Tips That Help The Planet And Community
As Halloween fades, those pumpkins don’t have to end up in the trash. There are some tasty and eco-friendly options waiting for you.
Rockford family has new vision for old Ellida Lodge after buying property from Miss...
ROCKFORD — A local family that has been in the restaurant business for years has a new vision for the former Ellida Lodge in Midtown. They plan to transform the space, which was previously filled by the Miss Carly’s charity, into a creative event space with activities ranging from celebrations to educational...
Rockford woman found guilty of murder in 2023 shooting
Arianna Hawkins, 28, was found guilty of murder for shooting and killing 29-year-old Floyd Rush in Rockford, Illinois on November 17th, 2023.
Illinois state board to vote on Mercyhealth Rockton campus sale, merger with FHN
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The Illinois Hospital Board is set to discuss significant changes involving two local hospitals this week, including a potential merger and a property sale. Mercyhealth plans to sell its Rockton Campus Hospital to Kingdom Authority International Ministries for one dollar, despite the...
Illinois Restaurant Named One of America’s Hardest to Book
Rose Mary in Chicago tops a list of nearly impossible restaurants to get into thanks to its Italian-Croatian menu and rave Yelp reviews.

















