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Lutheran football has high hopes in the Big Northern conference
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Lutheran football is heading into the season with all eyes geared forward, following their two early playoff exits the last two years. The difference for the Crusaders this year though, is a brand new defensive coaching staff. “This team is just hungry,” says Lutheran defensive backs...
Tracking dangerously hot conditions to start the week
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The heat has returned as highs have jumped to the upper 80s this afternoon. We won’t find much relief this evening as lows will drop down to the lower 70s. We could see a scattered shower or storm this evening as a disturbance makes it’s way through, but drier and warm air aloft reduces our chances for widespread storms.
Motorcyclists gather to honor fallen Rockford PD officer in Roscoe
ROSCOE, Ill. (WTVO) — The sixth annual Jaimie Cox Motorcycle Rally kicked off with a roaring start through a parade of flags and supporters at the Roscoe VFW. Adam Cox founded the nonprofit in honor of his cousin, Rockford Police Officer Jaimie Cox, who was killed in the line of duty on November 5th, 2017. […]
Toss It Now! Huge Recall In Iowa, Illinois & Wisconsin For Cucumbers
People in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin make not be feeling the best after eating cucumbers. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are letting Iowans, Illinoisans, and Wisconsinites know to avoid whole cucumbers. Whole cucumbers that have been grown in Florida are being recalled due to a Salmonella outbreak...
Freeport’s community paints the streets to raise money for the city
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — Residents of Freeport participated in another year of Paint the Port on Friday to raise money for revitalizing the community. “It’s definitely something we need around here, and I’ll bring people out and do something new,” said — “It’s very nice to recognize a lot of people around here.” The event […]
Big Change Coming to 108 Illinois Target Stores to Stop Theft
If you have worked any length of time in retail, you know theft is one of the biggest dangers to survival of a business. Target knows this and has announced a big change that will likely affect all 108 stores in Illinois if it hasn't already. Yahoo Finance just shared...
Illinoisans Returning from Funeral Say They Saw a ‘Walking Wolf’
Have you ever seen something strange driving at night in Illinois? If you've ever driven anywhere at night especially in rural Illinois, that's almost certainly a yes. One Illinois couple who were returning from a funeral had a strange experience as they swear they saw what they describe as a 'walking wolf'.
Illinois Department of Children and Family Services to welcome families to Du Quoin State Fair
DU QUOIN, Ill. (KFVS) - The Illinois Department of Children family services will soon welcome hundreds of foster parents to celebrate how they are changing the lives of thousands of Illinois youth. DCFS is celebrating its 39th annual foster and adoptive family picnic. This year’s theme is “Be a Child’s...
Many Spot Bizarre Daytime Meteors Exploding Over Illinois & Iowa
You will sometimes see a meteor burn up in the atmosphere over Illinois and Iowa, but you'll rarely see them during the daytime which is exactly what happened early Friday morning. The American Meteor Society documented this widely-seen meteor or meteors that appeared at approximately 6:13am Friday morning over Illinois,...
Reported shooting in Machesney Park under investigation
MACHESNEY PARK, Ill. (WIFR) - Deputies say there is no threat to the public following the report of a shooting Saturday in Machesney Park. Around 2 p.m. Aug. 24, the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office shared on X that it was called to investigate a shooting earlier in the day in the 1000 block of Minns Drive. No injuries were reported, according to authorities.
Police: Wanted Rochelle man wakes up in his car, flees the scene
ROCHELLE, Ill. (WTVO) — Police arrested Steven Baldwin, 61, for two warrants out for his arrest among other charges. On August 24, around 7:20 a.m., officials were dispatched to the 200 block of Joanne Lane for an unwanted person sleeping in a vehicle. When authorities spoke to Baldwin they determined he had two warrants out […]
Sergeant Aaron and Kelly Weber recognized for National Night Out leadership
Before beginning the Roscoe Village Board meeting on August 20, 2024, village trustees recognized Sgt. Aaron Weber and his wife Kelly for their leadership in once again making this year’s National Night Out a big success. Village President Carol Gustafson said much of the credit is due to the hard work and dedication of Kelly and Sgt. Weber over several years. “The Webers have single-handedly made National Night Out a fantastic event.”
James White joins NIU coaching staff
DEKALB, Ill. (WIFR) - Former Wisconsin Badger and New England Patriot James White joined the NIU coaching staff this season. NIU Head Coach Thomas Hammock announced the news Friday morning. Hammock was White’s running backs’ coach from 2011 to 2013 at Wisconsin. White later went on to have a great...
West Nile Virus Detected in Morris
Mosquitoes in Morris, Illinois, have tested positive for West Nile Virus, the Grundy County Health Department reports. These are the first positive cases in the county this year, with mosquitoes collected in mid-August. As summer ends, residents are urged to continue precautions against mosquito-borne viruses. Recommendations include avoiding outdoor activities...
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