Businesses are urged to prepare for the city’s inaugural IRONMAN race, when Rockford may see more than 10,000 visitors.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A 56-year-old woman is sentenced to 32 months, or nearly three years, in federal prison for lying on ...

Traffic on a portion off East State Street will be reduced to one lane starting Tuesday while crews replace a fire hydrant.

Rockford is ready to play ball, with the announcement that it will host the Women’s Baseball World Cup Group Stage next year.

The Better Business Bureau says scammers use emotionally charged videos to trick users into donating.

Rockford police say the two-vehicle crash happened around 12:15 p.m. June 10 in the 5400 block of Harrison Avenue. Eastbound ...

Rockford police say the two-vehicle crash happened around 12:15 p.m. June 10 in the 5400 block of Harrison Avenue. According ...

The Strong House Summer Block Party offers family-friendly fun while bringing resources directly to the community.

BBB says its important to be skeptical of emotional appeals that urge you to act quickly, and always research a charity ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Scooter’s Coffee on E. State Street is officially open after a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday. Scooter’s Coffee, a drive-thru franchise, held the ceremony at 10 a.m. June 10 ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Hazy sunshine today with highs in the upper 70’s. Down to 60 tonight. A mix of sun and clouds tomorrow with highs in the upper 80’s Showers and thunderstorms could develop late ...

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