ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Aetna Better Health of Illinois provided free laundry to Rockford residents on Monday. The event was ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A last-minute withdrawal means a shakeup on the ballot for Rockford’s 6th Ward council race. Hours ...

Celebrating the Forest City’s long history of welcoming immigrants and their heritage, the Rockford Symphony Orchestra shares ...

A 25-year-old man from Rochelle awaits a detention hearing Monday following an investigation into a reported domestic battery ...

A former charter school administrator is accused of stealing thousands of dollars for her own gain, according to a report ...

February’s consolidated primary election is here, and county clerks prepare for what is expected to be a slow day.

An online fundraiser looks to support JMK Nippon Head Chef Takuji Sakiyama after he was hurt in a serious accident on Feb. 18 ...

A Lee County teen is sentenced to spend 40 years in prison Monday after he admitted to strangling his girlfriend last year.

We’ll close out February on a mild note Friday underneath sunshine’s return. Highs will reach 51° Friday, though a healthy breeze will offer at least a little bit of a chill to the air. Much cooler ...

From March 1-31, 17 area restaurants will compete in Rockford’s second Vegan Chef Challenge, by featuring special plant-based menu items. Diners are encouraged to try the vegan options offered at the ...

FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) - A Freeport High School teacher receives a special honor from the Illinois State Board of Education. Jena Kleindl was named the Early Career Educator of the Year. The award ...