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2/13/2026 4:13:30 PM

Tentative Deal Reached to End Rockford Teacher Strike

Tentative Deal Reached to Avert Strike in Rockford Schools A tentative contract agreement has been reached between the Rockford Education Association and the Rockford Public School District, potent...

1/11/2026 2:07:30 AM

Will this evening's snow showers turn into a major storm?

Multiple Rounds of Snow Set to Grip Region Through Evening Commute A dynamic and unsettled weather pattern is delivering repeated bouts of snow across the area today, with conditions expected to pe...

1/2/2026 4:15:15 AM

Discover Rockford's Newest Fitness Hub for Your New Year Goals

Vasa Fitness Opens Rockford Location, Draws New Year's CrowdsRockford has welcomed a new major player to its fitness scene with the opening of a Vasa Fitness facility. The gym opened its doors just as...

12/30/2025 2:12:01 AM

Last-Minute Back-to-School Fun: Beat the Boredom in Rockford!

Beyond the Heat: Engaging Indoor Adventures for Families Before the School Bell Rings As summer's final weeks approach, the scramble to create lasting memories before the return to routine is on. F...

11/1/2025 7:04:44 AM

Rockford-Area Gridiron Glory: Which Teams Survived the Playoff Gauntlet?

Friday Night Lights: Local Teams Navigate High-Stakes Playoff BattlesThe high school football playoffs are in full swing, and the gridiron action was intense this past weekend for several local squads...

10/27/2025 3:01:31 AM

Illinois Colleges Buck the Trend as Students Flock Back to Class

Illinois Community Colleges Defy National Decline, Mark Fourth Year of Enrollment GrowthWhile community colleges across the United States have grappled with declining enrollment for years, a network o...

10/20/2025 11:14:19 PM

Uncover the Shocking Truth Behind Gacy's Hometown of Rockford

The Surprising Legacy Connecting a Midwestern Community to an Infamous Crime Spree A chilling chapter in American criminal history holds an unexpected, and largely forgotten, connection to the city...

9/19/2025 3:05:12 AM

Sweet Treats Turn Strays into Stay: Local Bakers Fundraise for Shelter Pets

A Rockford Bakery's Sweet Mission: Helping Shelter Pets Find HomesA local bakery in Rockford has found a deliciously effective way to support animal welfare in the community. Rather than focusing on t...

2/1/2026 12:13:55 AM

Craft Your Perfect Cup of Hot Chocolate This Winter

Beyond the Powder: The Art and Science of Crafting the Ultimate Hot Chocolate As winter tightens its grip, the annual celebration of a beloved comfort beverage has arrived. But for true aficionados...

1/2/2026 4:15:35 AM

New Year's Eve Shooting in Rockford Leaves Man Wounded

Rockford Man Injured in New Year's Eve Shooting, Police Seek InformationRockford police are investigating a shooting that left one man injured on the final night of the year. Authorities responded to ...

1/1/2026 8:21:06 PM

Expert-Backed Tricks to Make Your New Year's Goals Actually Stick

Beyond Resolutions: A Realist's Guide to Making Changes That StickThe annual tradition of setting New Year's resolutions is upon us, a time marked by hopeful ambition and, statistically, likely disapp...

12/5/2025 4:03:05 AM

Will Stroll on State Make Its Return This Year?

Organizers Await Final Verdict on Signature Downtown Event With a key deadline approaching, the fate of a major downtown street festival hangs in the balance. Event planners are in a holding pa...

10/27/2025 3:01:59 AM

Spine-Chilling Fun Draws 5,000 to Historic Halloween Fest

Midway Village Museum's Annual Halloween Spectacle Draws Massive Crowd The crisp autumn air was filled with the sounds of laughter and delight as a record-breaking crowd descended upon a local ...

10/25/2025 3:04:32 AM

Football fan's ultimate game plan conquers his toughest opponent.

Belvidere High School Junior Uses Passion for Football as a Weapon in Cancer Fight A high school junior is demonstrating a level of courage that extends far beyond the football field. Diagnosed wit...

10/1/2025 3:04:14 AM

Fall's Perfect Fairways: Why Golfers Can't Get Enough

Embracing the Crisp Air: Golf's Second Season Kicks Off in the Rockford Area As summer's intense heat gives way to the gentle warmth of autumn, a noticeable shift occurs on golf courses throughout ...

9/18/2025 3:20:43 AM

Warm autumn sun hands farmers an unexpected bumper harvest.

Late Summer Surge in Temperatures Extends Growing Window for Regional Agriculture A persistent stretch of unseasonably warm weather is offering an unexpected boon for farmers across the region. Whi...

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Two hurt in grocery store mishap as man's gun discharges

Two Wounded in Maineville Grocery Store Shooting IncidentA routine grocery trip turned to chaos in Maineville late Thursday afternoon when a gun accidentally discharged inside a crowded supermarket, i...