Rockford IL

The city of Rockford and Winnebago County have big plans as part of nationwide celebrations commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Once-in-a-lifetime community programs will honor America’s history and present, with patriotic-themed events and activities focusing on...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Due to the extreme weather conditions on Monday, March 16, many stateline communities delay garbage pickups. Several waste management companies, including Northern Illinois Disposal, Rock River Disposal and Gill’s Freeport Disposal, have postponed pickup. Scheduled garbage pickups for the week...

BELOIT — Law enforcement officers seized cocaine and other drugs after a search warrant was executed at a residence in Beloit on Thursday. A Machesney Park, Illinois man was taken into custody and is scheduled to appear in Rock County Circuit Court on Monday, March 16, according to a news release from the Rock...

An Oregon man was arrested after a police search early Saturday morning in the area of Perry and Chase roads. Ultimately, 44-year-old Brian A. Rosenbalm was found and taken into custody on multiple warrants. According to the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office, multiple police agencies, including departments from...

OGLE COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - The Illinois State Fire Marshal investigates a large fire that broke out on Sunday morning. Around 9:45 a.m., March 15, firefighters were called out to a report of a residential structure fire in the 17000 block of E Illinois Route 64 near Lindenwood. When crews...

JANESVILLE — Terry Wendt was making the phone call he had been thinking about his entire adult life. When he realized the call was being answered, the waves of emotion took over. Would he be brushed off as a crank caller? Even if he was taken seriously, would the person be rude and hang up? The importance of the call...

Guests entered on a red carpet as the Stateline Chamber of Commerce welcomed nominees, community supporters, and the chosen winners of the Stateline Honors-Stately Awards Gala, held on March 3 at the Twisted Tulip in Machesney Park. Inside, attendees were offered complimentary champagne, a cash bar, and a nice mix...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - It was a cloudy and gloomy day across the stateline, however we did pick up some beneficial precipitation as rain and a few storms rumbled through the area. As low pressure strengthens to our southwest, expect winds to ramp up this evening with snow developing after 10pm.

A local school district held an event on Saturday filled with family fun to raise money for its music department.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Drivers are advised to take an alternative route as crews work to repair a water main at S. Central Avenue and Preston Street. Starting Sunday, March 15, the intersection will be partially closed with limited access. Work is expected to last three to five business day,...