Dozens from the community gather as Stepping Stones of Rockford opens a new group home built entirely from scratch.

The man charged with setting fire to his own business is scheduled to change his plea, according to federal court documents.

A beloved Freeport brewery says customers can get a drink until Jan. 31. An effort to overhaul and improve funding for ...

The City of Beloit Police Department confirms the person of interest in a homicide case was found dead in Illinois.

Nolley says Illinois AFL-CIO and the UAW Illinois State Cap Council have backed his campaign to unseat Republican Darin ...

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RPS 205 says Huff brings nearly two decades of experience in public education, most recently serving as superintendent of ...

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Paul Nolley gains endorsement from local unions in 16th Congressional District race ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The IHSA playoffs for football will look different for the 2026 season. The organization’s member ...

Village Green’s final clearance sale, featuring savings from 70% to more than 90% on everything, is underway. Village Green ...

The YMCA of Rock River Valley will now provide leadership support to the Dixon Family YMCA as part of a one-year management ...