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El Rancho Breakfast and Tacos to open on East Johnson Street
Following the recent closure of East Johnson Family Restaurant, a new breakfast-and-taco spot intends to open in Tenney-Lapham by mid-August. El Rancho Breakfast and Tacos, owned by José Torres and his son, Gerardo Florencio-Reyes, will serve scratch-made pancakes, French toast and omelets in the mornings. For lunch and dinner, the menu will resemble that of El Rancho Mexican Grill on Park Street: tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos and more.
Hurt Scheduled for Court Apperance
MERRILL, WI (WSAU) — The Madison teen accused of beating a correction officer at the Lincoln Hills Youth Prison will appear in court this afternoon. Javarius Hurd will appear at 1:00 PM for an adjourned initial appearance as he faces one count of second-degree reckless homicide along with felony murder with special circumstances.
It was an easy decision for Dean to pick Wisconsin
NEENAH (WLUK) -- There was never a doubt for Grant Dean. The Neenah running back/defensive back had six Division I offers, but one stood out amongst all the others -- Wisconsin. So on April 17, Dean committed to the Badgers. But it was way before then he kind of knew...
Outstanding Educator: Kadie Koepke’s dedication to special needs teaching
Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – In this month’s edition of our Outstanding Educator Series, First News at Nine’s Dashal Mentzel highlights the remarkable work of Kadie Koepke, a dedicated special needs teacher at Northside Elementary School. As the new school year begins, Koepke marks her sixth year at Northside...
Nation Of Patriots Returns To Beaver Dam This Weekend
(Beaver Dam) The Nation of Patriots ‘Patriot Tour’ is making a stop in Beaver Dam on July 20th and the 21st. The crew will arrive at 6th Gear around 2:30pm, and all are welcome to celebrate with food and drinks. Co-Coordinator Quincy Beecher shared an anecdote of a family that got much-needed help from the Patriots Tour.
Mangoneada is the perfect summer treat at La Michoacana
Rockford, Ill. (WTVO) — Taminique Blackwell is closing out Ice Cream Week with a trip to La Michoacana!. She’s trying out their mangoneada which is a perfect treat for summer. It’s made with sorbet drizzled with chamoy and sprinkled with tajin. La Michoacana offers a ton of...
Halle Berry backs out of ‘All’s Fair’
Rockford, Ill. (WTVO) — Kicking things off tonight, Halle Berry has backed out of Ryan Murphy’s ‘All’s Fair’ starring Kim Kardashian. It was also supposed to star Halle Berry, but she backed out supposedly due to scheduling conflicts. Also tonight, Lisa Kudrow went on Jimmy...
American Red Cross distributes ‘clean up kits’ to Rockford residents after storm
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The American Red Cross provided “clean up kits” to Rockford residents in an effort to help with recovery efforts from last weekend’s storms. The kits, which included a bucket, gloves, cleaning supplies, and garbage bags, were handed out at Forest City Church, 1280 S Alpine Road, on Friday morning. The Salvation […]
The Arc of Winnebago, Boone, and Ogle Counties celebrates Disability Pride Month
Rockford, Ill. (WTVO) — July is Disability Pride Month and The Arc of Winnebago, Boone, and Ogle Counties is celebrating with a beautiful mural!. Executive Director Amy Newell shares that July is Disability Pride Month because that was the month that the Americans with Disability Act was signed in 1990.
Gilley’s Heating and Air Conditioning shows off sewer drain jetting system
Rockford, Ill. (WTVO) — It’s easy to identify problems that we can see, but it’s important to be proactive about the problems we can’t see. At Gilley’s Heating and Air Conditioning, they can make sure sewers are in great condition with their sewer drain jetting system.
UW Health shares sarcoma risk factors
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - July is Sarcoma Awareness Month and UW Health shares what sarcoma is, the signs to look for, who is most commonly diagnosed and how it is treated. Sarcoma is a rare type of cancer that appears in in two forms: the first being bone sarcoma and the second soft tissues sarcoma which can appear in muscles, fat, blood vessels, nerves, tendons and the lining of the joints. UW Health says around 13,500 cases of soft tissue sarcoma are expected to be diagnosed in the US in 2024. While a rare cancer in adults, between 1,500 and 1,700 children are diagnosed each year throughout the nation.
A cloudy and mild weekend ahead for the Rockford region
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - We’ve started to see a few more clouds build in our sky this afternoon but sunshine has still managed to shine through. As we head overnight, clouds will continue to build until we are mostly cloudy with lows in the upper 50s. Clouds won’t budge...
Rockford Rescue Mission: 60 years of helping people get back on their feet
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — For six decades, the Rockford Rescue Mission has been making an impact on the Forest City. On Friday, they celebrated that milestone at their Thrift Store on 20th Street. Employees said the celebration was in honor of the people the Rescue Mission has helped along the way. A few years ago, […]
No charges for officer in shooting of accused Rockford K9 killer
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The Rockford Police officer who returned fire and shot Malik Trotter, 28, moments after Trotter allegedly killed his partner, K9 Nyx, who was in pursuit, will not face charges in the shooting, according to Winnebago County State’s Attorney J. Hanley. On January 28th, Rockford Police said officers were investigating a “domestic […]
Families play the day away during the Discovery Center’s Glow Games
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Area families take a break from the sun and dive into the dark during the Discovery Center’s Family Friday event. During the Discovery Center’s Glow Games event on July 19, guests joined in on glow-in-the-dark activities throughout the museum. Families participated in glow games, dance parties and learning opportunities.
Freeport Police capture felon wanted for June shooting
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — Freeport Police announced the arrest of Martell Pogue, 35, who was wanted for a shooting in June on W. Douglas Street. According to police, around 1:14 p.m. on June 21st, officers responded to a report of gunshots in the 300 block. During the investigation, police learned Pogue and another man were […]
Delavan hit-and-run, Travis Brown sentenced in 2020 death
ELKHORN, Wis. - A Walworth County judge sentenced Travis Brown on Friday, July 19 to seven years in prison and eight years of extended supervision in connection with a fatal 2020 Delavan hit-and-run crash. Brown was charged with striking and killing Noe Rendon Jr. and later told officials he "hit...
Evers orders flags at half-staff for late Major General
MADISON, Wis. -- Gov. Tony Evers announced Friday he signed an executive order for the flags of the United States and the State of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Sunday, July 21, in honor of Major General Jerald David "Jerry" Slack.
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