If you saw strange lights in the sky over northern Illinois on Tuesday night, you’re not alone. Rockford, Illinois resident ...

Rockford’s unemployment rate saw one of the largest decreases in the state of Illinois, dropping from 5.9% in 2023 to 4.9% in ...

Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara said a federal funding pause ordered by President Donald Trump has placed needed assistance ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The Regional Site Readiness Program helps the area prepare for future industrial use. $2.5 million is ...

The annual homeless count took place Monday and one Rockford woman reflected on her experience with those struggling. The ...

The Trump administration’s temporary freeze on federal funding is creating concern among nonprofit and service organizations ...

Lunar New Year, the 51st annual Rockford Boat, Vacation and Fishing Show and Rockford Ale Fest, along with fundraisers, live ...

Sorensen stresses Congress holds the “power of the purse” – i.e., controlling government spending. By attempting to freeze ...

Democrat Ali Abuihmoud will challenge Ald. Mark Bonne, D-14, in the Feb. 25 primary for Rockford City Council.

Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition wraps up this weekend in Rockford. Here's how to check out the sculptures.

More and more Illinois colleges and universities are offering full tuition scholarships. “The Huskie Pledge,” “The Rockford ...

The Illinois Community College Board will send a total of $3.6 million to 32 colleges, including Rock Valley College in ...