Rockford plans to borrow $13.7 million to settle lawsuits with two men who had accused Rockford police of wrongdoing to secure their convictions.

The victim started a Facebook Live to criticize Avilla, which resulted in the suspect breaking a window and entering the ...

Here's what you need to know about casting your vote in the April 1 Consolidated Election across the Rockford region. What's on the ballot? There are several contested races acros ...

Former Deputy Chief Dom Barcellona is running for the next Winnebago County Sheriff, with a goal of being more transparent with the public.

ROCKFORD, Ill. — The Veterans Assistance Commission of Winnebago County (VAC) and the Winnebago County Board remain locked in a legal battle that continues to affect essential services for local ...

Stepping Stones of Rockford is building a new group home that will house adults with serious mental illnesses.

(WIFR) - Voters will make their voices heard as they cast their ballot in Illinois’ consolidated election. Polls are open ...

ROCKFORD, Ill - Voting for the upcoming consolidated election, set for April 1, 2025 is now open in Winnebago County. Voters will see different races and a proposition on the ballot. This is also ...

Last fall, the Rockford Day Nursery abruptly closed, leaving dozens of families without childcare overnight. What happened?

The Winnebago County spring election will be held on Tuesday and will feature contested races for several positions, including Winnebago County executive. Voters will also decide on a statewide ...