Lifestyle
Hononegah High School Teacher Reflects on Her Journey
Kelsey Zammuto shares her experience going from student to teacher at her alma mater
Rockford Gears Up for America's 250th Birthday Bash
City and county plan yearlong celebration with community events, youth programs, and a record-breaking fireworks display.
Rockford Teacher Hayley Gotzsche Celebrates 10 Years in the Classroom
Willowbrook Middle School's Choir and Theatre teacher reflects on her passion for music and teaching.
Crime
Rockford Cold Case: The Murder of Antonio Tate
Police seek new leads in 2009 killing of 24-year-old man on Rockford's West Side
Rockford Police Offer Rewards for Tips on Illegal Off-Road Vehicles
Authorities aim to crack down on dangerous ATVs and dirt bikes on city streets.
Rockford Alderman Faces Felony DUI Charges
Mark Bonne's DUI charges upgraded due to prior convictions in 2005 and 2009
Weather
Severe Storms, Warmth, and Hints of Winter Ahead for Northern Illinois
A classic Midwest weather rollercoaster is in store for the next week in the region.
Rockford Faces Severe Snow and Precipitation Deficits
Dry conditions raise fire risk as region enters spring planting season
Pilot Killed in Small Plane Crash in Poplar Grove, Illinois
83-year-old Richard C. McClung identified as the sole victim of the incident
Sports
IceHogs Defeat Wolves 4-1 in Dominant Performance
Rockford IceHogs storm past Chicago Wolves with four unanswered goals
49ers Sign OL Lowe, Toth; Re-Sign TE Tonges
The 49ers have added depth to their offensive line and tight end positions.
Blackhawks' Oliver Moore Out Indefinitely After Mammoth Clash Injury
Rookie forward suffers lower-body injury, expected to miss significant time for Chicago
Politics
Rockton-Roscoe Voters Head to Polls for Primary Election
Voters in Winnebago County will choose candidates and weigh in on referendum questions on March 17, 2026.
David Keene, Conservative Movement Maestro, Dies at 80
Keene was a towering figure who bridged the worlds of grassroots politics and Washington power corridors.
Illinois Rep. Criticizes Governor's State of the State Address
State Rep. Joe Sosnowski says Pritzker ignored key issues facing Illinois
