Moving In/Moving Out: The Raven opens in Rockford
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - This week’s business updates:. New Rockford restaurant, The Raven, opens during Restaurant Week. The restaurant is a new venture for established local chef, Scott Carlson, and partners Randy and Betsy Baker, of Baker Street Burgers. Diners can expect bold and comforting dishes with throughful...
These 12 Family-Owned Illinois Sandwich Shops Are Local Legends
Illinois is home to some of the most iconic and mouthwatering sandwiches, and the best ones come from family-owned shops that have been perfecting their craft for generations. These local legends have earned their reputation by serving up everything from hearty Italian subs to the crispiest fried chicken sandwiches,...
Sycamore restaurant destroyed in fire announced new location and The Raven opens in Rockford
Tom and Jerry's of Sycamore announces new location, The Raven opens in Rockford and one man arrested, another at large after Rockford home invasion.
Rockford teen posted gun videos on social media before fatal 2024 shooting: police
Rockford Police reveal one of the teen suspects involved in the April 2024 killing of 3 world gang member, Latrevion Starnes.
Landlord leaves Rockford woman without water for 8 months; now faces homelessness
"This is not easy knowing that any day I could be homeless," Salerno told Eyewitness News. Documents from...
Rockford Residents Agree This Is the Best Pizza in Town
Rockford pizza rankings from Yelp show Gulotta’s Pizza on top as National Pizza Day lands awkwardly on a Monday.
Rockford teen sentenced for weapons charges
A Rockford teen has pleaded guilty to weapons charges stemming from a July 2025 arrest.
Scouts celebrate 61st Continuous Fire event
Local scouts are celebrating more than a century of tradition this week with the return of the annual “Continuous Fire”, marking the 116th anniversary of Scouting America.
Cheese manufacturer celebrates $7M expansion, 50 new jobs in Lena
Lena recently celebrated an expansion that is expected to create 50 manufacturing jobs. The $7 million project will add 50 positions and retain 125 jobs, according to a community announcement. The expansion was supported in part by the Illinois Growing Economy program and incentives from the Northwest Illinois...
Harwick, Emmart seek Rock County Board District 20 seat
JANESVILLE — Two new faces will vie on April 7 for the Rock County Board’s District 20 seat. Garrik Harwick and John Emmart are seeking the seat currently held by Chris Cullen, who has opted to not run again. County board members serve two-year terms. All 29 Rock County Board seats are on the ballot this April....
