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Get Connected 815 Literacy Lounge highlights Black authors, homework club
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Get Connected 815 opens its Literacy Lounge to area youth to foster a love for literacy and help students with schoolwork. On Saturday, area residents gathered at 312 Irving Avenue to celebrate local Black authors and dive into the world of reading. The event highlighted several local authors and the anticipated book release of Frederick Jamerson Jr.’s “If I Was Three.” The 28-year-old author credits his children and mother for his book.
Life Decisions 815 Fun Fair brings farm life to community families
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Families celebrate 815 Day and enjoy farm-themed activities during the 4th annual 815 Fun Fair. On Saturday, dozens of area families met at Dahlquist Park, 3251 Oak Grove Avenue, to enjoy an afternoon of themed carnival games, activities, entertainment and more. “We have a lot of...
Actor Dennis Quaid in Dixon August 22 for "Reagan" film premiere
Actor Dennis Quaid is attending a red-carpet event next/this week....but, it's not in Hollywood. Quaid, who portrays Ronald Reagan in a new film will attend a special showing in Dixon. According to WIFR in Rockford, “Reagan” will be shown August 22 in the Dixon Historical Theatre. Preceding the...
Legislator shares concerns about Logan inmate transfers ahead of closure recommendation
(The Center Square) – An Illinois legislator says the Illinois Department of Corrections has begun to transfer inmates out of the Logan County Correctional facility, a move that aligns with the Pritzker administrations’ plans to close two Illinois prisons. Recently, a federal judge ordered that all Stateville inmates must be moved to other prisons by Sept. 30. Lawmakers called that “convenient,” considering the decision aligns with Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s plans...
Salmonella prompts cucumber recall in Illinois, 30 other states
(WTVO) – Cucumbers in Illinois and 30 other states are being recalled after hundreds of people have reported illnesses linked to salmonella, according to a report by The Center Square. The CDC identified that 449 people were ill after eating salmonella-laden cucumbers and 125 people were hospitalized. No one has died from illnesses linked to […]
Popular Rockford sandwich shop to reopen after several years
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The Sandwich Factory is set to make its triumphant return to Rockford in the form of a food truck. The family’s next generation is ready to unveil the new location after a brief time away. “Everybody always talked about how good it was, and it’s just one of those divey local […]
3 winning lottery tickets have been sold near Rockford recently and are unclaimed
Last September, someone bought a winning Powerball ticket in Loves Park. Almost one year later, the winner still hasn't claimed their $100,000 prize. The ticket was purchased at the Road Ranger convenience store at 7500 East Riverside Boulevard for the Sep. 9, 2023, drawing. ...
Baby owl found, rehabilitated by Kane County wildlife rescuers
A baby owl that was found alone and helpless is now back where he belongs, thanks to a dedicated local rescue.CBS News Chicago followed his journey from rehabilitation to freedom and was there to witness the heartwarming moment he spread his wings."Somebody found him literally in the middle of a road, about an hour from our center and there were no trees nearby within 30-plus feet," said Stephanie Franczak.Franczak, the wildlife rehabilitation manager at Anderson Humane quickly became the 4-week-old easter screech owl's only chance to survive."Thankfully, he was a little older," Franczak said. "He already knows 'I'm an owl,...
Freeport football works for consistent 2024 season
FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) - The Freeport Pretzels enter their 2024 campaign with one goal on the agenda – consistency. Last season, the Pretzels finished the year with two total wins and despite losing some senior leadership, head coach Anthony Dedmond claims he hasn’t seen a team quite like this one.
1 dead, multiple injured after crash in rural Galva
HENRY COUNTY, Illinois — Multiple people are injured and one person is dead after a two-vehicle crash in rural Galva, Illinois on Friday afternoon, according to officials. Deputies with the Henry County Sheriff's Office responded to the intersection of Galva Atkinson Blacktop (County Highway 5) and N 500th Avenue around 3:15 p.m. on Aug. 16. According to the sheriff's office, multiple people were in two vehicles and needed assistance. The nature of the crash was not disclosed.
Hampton Days Brings Car Show, Kids Games And More To Hampton Today
7.00AM – 11:00 AM: Hampton Fire Rescue Pancake Breakfast. 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Hampton Youth Committee Color Fun Run. 3.30PM – Cruise-In Car/Motorcycle Show Awards Presentation. 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM: Corporate Rock band. 9:00 PM – Raffle Prize Drawing. Food Vendors:. Holy Donuts.
Janesville police arrest one following double fatal crash
JANESVILLE, Wis. -- Janesville police say a person has been arrested following a double fatal crash Saturday morning. JPD provided the update Sunday saying they are investigating the crash as a double homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle.
Simone Biles arrives to watch Jonathan Owens, Chicago Bears
Olympic great Simone Biles returned the favor to the Chicago Bears and her husband Jonathan Owens on Saturday. The multi-time gold medalist was at Solider Field to watch her husband and the Bears play the Cincinnati Bengals. Biles was sporting a walking boot on her left foot. The Bears were...
10 people displaced after Janesville apartment fire
JANESVILLE, Wis. (WTVO) — Janesville Fire is investigating the cause of a fire that took place at the former Big Ed’s Sew and Vac. On August 17, around 1:15 a.m., Janesville Police discovered a fire in the rear of the building and coordinated an evacuation of the ten residents. The fire damaged the rear of […]
2 Popular Illinois Christmas Events Have Been Canceled For 2024
Some families in Illinois will be disappointed this Christmas because a pair of their annual traditions have been canceled for 2024. The majority of people who live in Illinois usually have holiday traditions with family and friends. It's something they do every year and of course, they look forward to it too. I would consider it an important part of their Christmas.
Central Illinois dispensaries get $240,000 grants
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Several Central Illinois marijuana dispensaries are getting a piece of a $5.5 million state grant. The state of Illinois has awarded 23 social equity marijuana dispensaries $240,000 in forgivable loans. Those social equity dispensaries mean half of all ownership is a minority or has their home address in areas declared as […]
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