Rockford City Council Reconsiders $200,000 McDonald's Incentive
Alderman Karen Hoffman leads motion to revisit previously approved funding for proposed West Side location.
Illinois Bill Would Require High Schoolers to Attend Government Meetings
Gerald 'Jerry' Downen, 81, of Rockford, IL Passes Away
Lifestyle
Rockford's Top Pizza Spots Revealed on National Pizza Day
Yelp rankings show local favorites, but some are closed for the holiday

Rockford Teachers Union and School District Conclude Tense Bargaining Session
Details of the meeting remain unknown as both sides seek to avoid a potential strike.
Rockford Scraps Plans for New Senior Center
Agency decides not to move forward with approved $300,000 funding plan for E. State Street location.
Crime
Man Charged for Stealing $250K Dodge Challenger Demon, Linked to Prior Hellcat Theft Attempt
Suspect Myqwon Greer allegedly broke into a Wisconsin dealership, stole the rare Demon model, and caused thousands in property damage.

Rockford Police Seize Loaded Gun, Arrest Two in Weapons Case
Detectives executed a search warrant that uncovered a loaded firearm and led to charges against two Rockford men.
Two Rockford Men Arrested After Weapons Search
Authorities recover loaded handgun during warrant execution on city's west side
Sports
Illinois State Head Football Coach Discusses Playoff Run and Rockford Roots
Brock Spack led the Redbirds to the FCS Championship game despite being heavy underdogs in four straight playoff games.

Rockford's Hard Rock Casino Hosts Free Super Bowl Viewing Party
Over 200 screens across the casino property will show the big game, including a giant cafe screen.
Bruins Prospect Georgii Merkulov Heats Up Ahead of AHL All-Star Break
The 25-year-old forward has emerged as a standout performer for the Providence Bruins, leading the team in scoring as the AHL pauses for its midseason showcase.