City council wrapped 2025 by introducing what members will consider when they return in the new year.

FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) - The Freeport Lady Pretzels are off to a 9-1 start to the 2025-26 season and are 4-0 in NIC-10 ...

Illinois State Police launch multi-jurisdiction investigation after finding person dead at rest stop ...

A generous donation shrinks Veterans Memorial Hall into a miniature replica to join other Forest City landmarks in the ...

Those who live in Rockton are invited to participate in an upcoming community workshop as the village develops its new ...

A man from Belvidere faces up to 120 years in prison for sexually assaulting a young child multiple times at different parks ...

While the holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy and togetherness, for many people, it can also bring sadness, ...

Following an attack this weekend at a religious gathering overseas, local faith leaders are reflecting on how moments like ...

During a city council meeting Monday, council members approved the appointment of Scott Fischer as the city’s new chief. His ...

A generous donation shrinks Veterans Memorial Hall into a miniature replica to join other Forest City landmarks in the ...

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American Red Cross volunteers have responded to two separate house fires in Rockford this past week. As temperatures drop, ...