Here are the major Illinois and Rockford area elections to watch

U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen, D-Moline, is seeking re-election in Illinois District 17, a bracket-shaped area that captures ...

Illinois doctor charged in Ohio double homicide waives extradition

The doctor charged in connection with a double homicide in Ohio waived extradition Jan. 12 in a Rockford, Illinois, ...
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Mechanical issue delays Illinois snow sculpting competition in Rockford

The annual Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition at Rockford's Sinnissippi Park has been postponed after a machine that ...

Blast of bitter cold heading to Rockford area. Here's what to expect.

The Rockford region and northern Illinois are expecting a major cold blast starting Thursday. Temperatures will drop ...

Smokey Bones in Rockford permanently closes

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Barbecue restaurant Smokey Bones permanently closes its Rockford location. The business, which opened ...
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Rockford, Illinois casino won $146.2 million in 2025

Hard Rock Casino Rockford collected $146.2 million in gaming winnings in 2025 after winnings were paid out to patrons.
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i3 Broadband wins coveted recognition in Rockford, Illinois

Local provider i3 Broadband is reminding the industry that small-town sentiment is just as critical to a successful rollout.
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Rockford travelers to benefit from Allegiant and Sun Country Airlines merger

A major airline merger announced this week may open the door to more vacation destinations for northern Illinois travelers ...