What You’re Really Saving During Dry January in Illinois
There's so much more you're saving when you don't buy drinks every weekend.
Moving In/Moving Out: Yūgen Authentic Japanese
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - WIFR launches a weekly streaming series to spotlight the changing business landscape of the Rockford region. Moving In/Moving Out introduces viewers to new businesses establishing themselves in the community while honoring the legacy of those closing after years of service. The series focuses...
Proposed McDonald’s on West State faces opposition from Rockford officials
A proposal to use $200,000 in public funding to support a new McDonald's restaurant on West State Street is heading to the Rockford City Council this week.
Victim of fatal Rochelle house fire identified
An 84-year-old man has been identified as the victim of a fatal house fire in Rochelle on Sunday.
Coroner identifies victim of fatal Rockford crash that claimed lives of two teen girls
The Winnebago County Coroner has identified one of the victims of a fatal weekend crash that caused the death of two teen girls in Rockford.
Decision made in death investigation of Winnebago County inmate
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - No criminal charges will be filed in the June 2025 death of a Winnebago County jail inmate, according to the Winnebago County State’s Attorney’s Office. On Jan. 19, Winnebago County State’s Attorney J. Hanley released a statement that the death of Ruben Yanez was...
Rockford’s Queen of Swords Divination & More offers Spiritual Hygiene 101 class
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - From sounds to herbs and natural remedies a class in Rockford offers a look into spiritual hygiene, whether you’re a practicing believer or a curious skeptic. Spiritual Hygiene 101 was held at Queen of Swords Divination and More. Guests learned beginner friendly spiritual maintenance to...
Chicago, IL – Cold Snap Alert: Negative Temps Hit O’Hare, Rockford Airport; First Sub-Zero...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Chicago, IL – Residents across northern Illinois woke up to a sharp blast of Arctic cold Monday morning as temperatures dipped below zero in parts of the region, marking the coldest morning in more than a...
Freeport schools welcomes Kendra Asbury as new HR leader
Kendra Asbury has been appointed assistant superintendent of human resources for Freeport School District 145, effective Jan. 5, 2026. She will replace Susan Fumo, who now serves as assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction, according to a community announcement. Asbury brings 6.5 years of experience as...
House fire in Rockford: estimated loss of $25,000
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The Rockford Fire Department responded today to a residential fire at 911 Westchester which was extinguished within 20 minutes. No injuries were reported during the incident, which caused an estimated loss of $25,000. Fire crews discovered smoke emanating from the back and right side of the...
