Rockford IL

The Rock County Medical Examiner has released the names of a couple found deceased in their home on Dec. 26, 2025, around 4:49 p.m.

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On the last day of the year, the Illinois Department of Transportation announced that replacement of the Illinois 2 bridges over the Rock River in Rockton is complete. While the new bridges are complete, the project is not. Workers are still demolishing the temporary tramway and resurfacing the road before the...

An Illinois man was sentenced to federal prison after admitting to dealing drugs in Beloit, according to the Wisconsin Department of Justice. Tyreese Taylor, 43, of Machesney Park, Illinois, has been sentenced to 54 months, or four and a half years, in federal prison for cocaine distribution. In October, he pleaded...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - For the first time, Hard Rock Live hosted an all-ages rock show in partnership with the Rock & Roll Institute, putting the spotlight on the next generation of musicians. “This partnership represents what’s possible when professional music venues and youth arts organizations come together,”...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The first meeting of a new Rockford Family Chapter takes place Saturday, bringing together local children and teens who stutter. From noon to 3 p.m., Dec. 3, youth and their families were welcomed to the Carlson Ice Rink, 4150 N. Perryville Rd. in Loves Park, to celebrate the chapter’s launch...

The Illinois Milk Producers Association and University of Illinois Extension are set to highlight sustainability and technology at the upcoming Illinois Dairy Summit, according to a community announcement. The 2026 Illinois Dairy Summit is scheduled for Feb. 4 at Highland Community College in Freeport. This year’s...

OGLE COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - Two people are seriously injured, and one is charged, following a single-car crash Friday night. Amanda M. Johnston, 42, of Mount Morris, faces charges of driving under the influence, improper lane usage, failure to reduce speed and operating uninsured motor vehicle. Around 6:15 p.m., Dec....

ROCKFORD — City Council has a busy lineup for its first meeting of the New Year, as aldermen tackle multiple development proposals and tax incentives they’re being asked to support. The council’s work starts at 5:30 p.m. Monday at City Hall, 425 E. State St., with a series...

PACKWAUKEE, Wis. -- A crash in Packwaukee Tuesday evening ended with three people being arrested on drug charges, the Marquette County Sheriff's Office said.