Rockford IL

If January is good for anything, it's good for snow, at least in northern Illinois. And even if the winter weather is fickle, it’s still prime for making snow when it doesn't show up on its own. A handful of ski hills do just that all over the state, ensuring a mid-winter boredom buster no […]

6:58 AM (WED JAN 7 2026) ... Marengo Fire Protection District firefighters and paramedics worked at the scene of a crash with injuries at Route 23 and Collins Rd Marengo. Report of crash south of the intersection involving a semi-trailer truck and a garbage truck with a possible partial ejection of the driver of the...

The late great Rock County Judge Edwin Dahlberg was known to say, “The court may be in error, but never in doubt.”. He also told this writer once that, when dealing with particularly difficult courtroom personalities, he sometimes began the day by scrawling “Patience” at the top of his legal pad.

Candy Cloud, rooted in Rockford and known for creative drinks and treats, is building its first drive-thru location in Machesney Park.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Low clouds and dense fog hung around for the majority of our Wednesday keeping temperatures a little cooler as they topped out in the upper 30s. The fog eventually lifted, allowing sunshine to reappear across the stateline for a few hours. This evening, expect clear skies and light winds, with...

(WIFR) - Susan Hendron from Sizzlin’ Suzie’s cleans the exterior of her truck, preparing for a bunch of upcoming events. Most are around Winnebago County; she sticks to that area because of permit costs. “My first year, I paid over $500 in permits just for Winnebago County,” said...

UW Health announced Wednesday that all of its hospitals in northern Illinois will require visitors to wear masks due to the spread of flu and respiratory illnesses.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The city’s mayor and top cop set a limit on the number of murders they’ll tolerate in the community: zero. “One is too many,” contended Mayor Tom McNamara. Data from Rockford Police shows the city experienced 12 murders last year — the fewest...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Two contracts, both alike in mission, in Rockford where educators and the school district offer dueling deals each claim is fair. On Tuesday, Rockford Public Schools and the Rockford Education Association spoke out amidst a months-long contract negotiation. “We’re nine months in, and I think...

ROCKFORD — The city’s first Kung Fu Tea location has closed. The family that had franchised the shop said they’re working on something new for the space. The Rockford Kung Fu Tea franchise, 6915 E. State St., closed in late December. The franchisees announced the closure Tuesday on social media.