Rockford City Council to re-vote on $200K McDonald’s subsidy
The Rockford City Council will take a second vote next week on a $200,000 public subsidy tied to a planned McDonald’s at W. State Street and Springfield Avenue.
Rockford Country Club hosts Corporate Membership Information Session for local business leaders
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Experts say networking is essential for professional growth. That’s why the Rockford Country Club hosts a Corporate Membership Information Session to help business owners connect. This event takes place from 5:30-6:30p.m., Thursday, February 26 at the Rockford Country Club, 2500 Oxford St,...
Former Rockford Fire Division Chief steps down from position in Green Bay
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WIFR/WBAY) - In a statement released Friday, the Green Bay Mayor announced Fire Chief Matthew Knott has resigned from his position with the Green Bay Metro Fire Department, effective immediately. The mayor says the decision comes after careful reflection, as Chief Knott has chosen to step away...
As demand for dental hygienists grows, Rock Valley College program sees strong interest
Interest is so high, the two-year associate-degree program AT Rock Valley College currently has 100 applicants for only 20 available spots.
Driver taken to hospital after crash involving semi in Ogle County
OGLE COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - A three-vehicle crash in Monroe Center sends a driver to a Rockford hospital, according to the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office. Around 3:40 p.m. Feb. 9, deputies were called to the intersection of E. Illinois Route 72 and N. Mulford Road for a crash involving a semi tractor-trailer and two...
Illinois House Bill Would Legalize Backyard Chickens In The State
In a world where city laws can be as varied as the neighborhoods they govern, chickens might soon have a more secure home in Illinois backyards.
Convicted Rockford felon robs Indiana Burger King, leads police on chase
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (WTVO) — A Rockford man, who robbed a Burger King and led police on a multi-county pursuit, has been convicted in Indiana. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, Cameron Love, 28, of Rockford, robbed the Burger King located at 7620 North Shadeland Avenue in Indianapolis on January 16, 2025....
Hononegah students and staff recognized for helping with Special Olympics and ACT testing
Shining a light on students and staff from Hononegah Community High School who teamed up to help others was at the heart of the Jan. 21 Board of Education meeting, where these giving individuals received a well-deserved special recognition. Both groups worked to ensure that others achieved great success in...
Rockford clears up confusion with an update to winter weather terminology
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The city updates its winter weather terminology to make communication easier for residents to understand. In the past, to announce odd/even parking restrictions the city would declare a snow emergency. Because residents often associate a “snow emergency” with dangerous travel conditions,...
Evrod Cassimy – Anchor & Reporter NBC 5 Chicago
Evrod Cassimy grew up in Rockford, IL, and is a graduate of Columbia College Chicago. He is a seven-time Emmy-nominated weekday morning news anchor and reporter for NBC 5 Chicago. He can be seen on NBC 5 News from 4:00 AM to 7:00 AM CST. He just commemorated his three-year anniversary, joining the station in November...
