Rockford Police Respond to Spike in Disorderly Conduct Calls Across City
Incidents reported in retail, industrial, and downtown areas over three-day period
Crash Reported on Rockford's East Side in Early Morning Hours
Rockford Police Officer Charged with Aggravated Battery and Domestic Battery
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
Juvenile Suspect Arrested for Robbery in Rockford
Stolen property recovered after brief chase

Traffic Collision Reported at Mulford Rd & Harrison Ave in Rockford
Emergency crews are responding to the incident at the intersection in Rockford, Illinois.
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
Weather
Rockford Crews Salting Roads as Snow Hits Illinois City
Public works crews began overnight salting operations to maintain safe driving conditions.

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
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