Rockford IL

A Rockford kindergarten teacher is being recognized for the impact she’s had not just on her students, but on future educators as well.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The First Alert Weather Team tracks strong to severe storms with threats of damaging wind and hail and possible tornadoes Friday. The Storm Prediction Center has the entire viewing area in an ENHANCED risk, which is a level 3 out of 5. LIVE UPDATES. 8:12 p.m....

Address: 1261 W. Stephenson St., Freeport Property description: This three-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom stone Tudor-style home built in 1929 has 2,946 square feet of living space. It has a slate roof, period millwork, intricate stonework and a renovated kitchen with granite countertops. There is a full, partially-finished basement, unfinished attic space and a detached, two-car garage. Asking price : $233,000 Listing agent...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - WIFR Anchor Jake Pearson and Photographer Tyler Wauchope visit Mr. C’s Family Restaurant. Mr. C’s has been in business on Rockford’s West side since 1999. Specializing in American Grill menu items, fan-favorites at Mr. C’s Family Restaurant include Liver & Onions and the 1lb Burger.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WMTV/ WIFR) - The Sun Prairie Area School District Board of Education has chosen a Rockford Public Schools official as the district’s next superintendent. The school board unanimously voted to start contract negotiations with Dr. Antoine Reed, according to a message to families Friday morning. Reed is...

The renovation replaced all bunkers on the course using the “Better Billy Bunker” system, a modern construction method designed to improve drainage and reduce long‑term maintenance issues during heavy rain.

JANESVILLE, Wis. (WMTV) - The Rock County Sheriff’s Office is urging people to not travel unless it is absolutely necessary Friday in Rock County. The sheriff’s office stated the Patrol Bureau is responding to a large number of trees down on roadways as well as flooded roads. The...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A Rockford man faces several charges after detectives say they found him with a stolen gun after viewing a live video on Facebook. Lakeivion Blan, 22, is charged with unlawful possession of a firearm by a gang member, possession of a stolen firearm, possession of a firearm with no valid FOID and unlawful use of a weapon by a felon.

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Hundreds of people in southern Wisconsin are without power Friday evening as storms pass through the region. Madison Gas & Electric reports 184 customers are without power, as of 6:30 p.m., mostly on Madison’s south and west side. Alliant Energy reports more than 500 customers...

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