Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara said a federal funding pause ordered by President Donald Trump has placed needed assistance programs and jobs at risk.

Integrity Road and the installation of a watermain at the southeast corner of the IL-2 and US-20 Interchange site. “The City, in collaboration with Region 1 Planning Council, submitted a strong application aimed at increasing this site’s attractiveness for business growth and investment,

This includes elections for city council members and the race for the 13th ward position. Jeff Bailey is one of four candidates running for this seat. “I’m running because I’m a Rockfordian; born and raised in this community and I have a love for my community,

Others receiving votes: 11, Lexington 22. 12, Yorkville Christian 13. 13, Casey-Westfield 12. 14, Dieterich 8. 15, Peoria Christian 4. 16, Bluford Webber 3. 17, Edinburg 3. 18, South Beloit 3. 19, Hinckley-Big Rock 1. 20, Princeville 1. 21, Chicago (Fenger) 1.

Governor JB Pritzker joined the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and local leaders to announce Regional

Legat Architects' proposed site plan for Lincoln Irving Elementary School's future expansion, approved by the Moline-Coal Valley School Board on Monday, Jan. 27, 2025. Moline-Coal Valley leaders approved schematic design plans Monday for the future Lincoln-Irving Elementary School expansions.

The grand opening of Rockford Community Bank took place Jan. 28 at 7005 N. Perryville Road. Machesney Park and Loves Park officials, the Parks Chamber of Commerce and local business owners and clients came to the event.

Illinois U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen says the Trump administration’s sudden pause of federal grants, loans and other financial assistance programs will result in widespread adverse outcomes.

The Quad Cities Chamber held a legislative forum on Friday featuring Illinois state representatives and senators from the area.

Lunar New Year, the 51st annual Rockford Boat, Vacation and Fishing Show and Rockford Ale Fest, along with fundraisers, live music, comedy shows and more to the Rockford area. What: Comedian Anjelah Johnson-Reyes has guest starred on shows such as “Life and Beth,

Sherrard is ranked No. 8 in the Class 2A poll and looking to maintain its spot among the top teams in Illinois.

The Winnebago County Coroner’s Office identifies the 32-year-old pedestrian killed Friday in a hit-and-run crash on the Auburn Street Bridge.Martavion Howard of Rockford was found lying in the road around 7:45 p.