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Prophetstown Park District Looking to Hire Facility Manager
The board took the first steps in hiring a new Facility Manager by agreeing to offer a pay rate of $18.00 per hour as well as five vacation days and two personal days a year. The pay will be increased to $19.00 per hour upon completion of the Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification.
Rockford considers seizing six flood-prone properties along Keith Creek
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford’s Planning and Development Committee is hoping for a $1.6 million dollar state-funded grant to purchase flood-prone properties along Keith Creek. Back in 2007, the city of Rockford was able to acquire about 120 properties in the Keith Creek Corridor as part of the Flood Hazard Mitigation Program Grant by the […]
Illinois School’s Hilarious Prank Still Going Viral 2 Years Later
Over two years ago the moms and graduating 8th grade students of Pecatonica Community Middle School in Pecatonica, Illinois pulled off an epic prank that still has people talking and trying to beat. Senior Prank Season. I remember that when I entered my senior year of high school my classmates...
Police nab suspected Rockford drug dealer in foot chase
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Police have seized cannabis, cocaine, and Ecstasy after chasing down a suspect who drove off from a traffic stop and then later ran from officers on foot. According to Rockford Police, officers with the Specialized Community Oriented Police Enforcement (SCOPE) team, which often works overnight hours in plainclothes and unmarked cars, […]
Man shot in leg early Saturday morning in Rockford
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Police say multiple cars were seen driving away from the scene of a reported shooting early Saturday morning; a short time later, a man arrived at a hospital with a gunshot wound to the leg. According to Rockford Police, a call came in around 3:45 a.m. reporting a shooting in the […]
$9.2M winning lottery ticket sold at Jewel-Osco in Addison
ADDISON, Ill. — An Illinois Lottery winner won $9.2 million on a ticket bought at a grocery store in the west suburbs. The winning ticket was purchased at Jewel-Osco, located at 140 West Lake Street, for the Saturday, Aug. 24 drawing. The lucky player’s ticket matched all six numbers to score the jackpot prize. The winning numbers […]
Seafood Chain Closing More Spots Than Expected, Illinois Included
Just a little over 90 days ago, America's biggest and best known seafood restaurant change made an announcement that pretty much confirmed all the rumors that had been swirling around about the company's overall health and ability to continue operations. Red Lobster's Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing on May 19th stated...
Illinois is Home to the Most ‘Players’ in the Dating Game
If you think the dating world kind of sucks in Illinois, you're not wrong. Turns out Illinois is one of the worst states to date it because we are packed with 'players.'. When I think back to the first time in my life I heard the word players associated with dating, I'm brought to 1998-ish. I was in 4th grade and spent most of my free time watching MTV and quickly changing the channel when my parents came into the basement.
Food Chain with 10 Illinois Places Suddenly Declares Bankruptcy
It's hard to remember a year where more restaurant chains have gone through financial struggles than 2024. Another Chicago-based company with 10 Illinois locations is now suddenly in bankruptcy court, too. Nation's Restaurant News has shared the word that Roti Modern Mediterranean has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Their story...
Sterling man charged with meth possession, loud exhaust
POLO, Ill. (WTVO) — A Sterling man faces multiple charges after police allegedly found methamphetamine in his possession during a traffic stop, which also resulted in a citation for a loud exhaust. Police did not disclose what model of vehicle Dustin Lindsley, 37, was driving, but said Ogle County Deputies pulled him over in the […]
Illinois Voted Most Hated State in America – It’s Chicago’s Fault
I want to be clear that I do not hate Illinois, so don't shoot the messenger. I'm just letting you know that the Land of Lincoln has just been named the most hated state in America and the blame is firmly on Chicago. When I saw this new top 10...
Man, found parked on Oregon’s Washington Street, arrested for DUI
OREGON, Ill. (WTVO) — A Chicago man is under arrest for driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol after police found him parked in the roadway on E. Washington Street. According to the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to investigate after the car was seen parked in the 100 block of E. […]
Police say cellphone use, DUI to blame for Ogle County crash
BYRON, Ill. (WTVO) — A Sycamore man faces charges after a crash in Byron on Saturday. According to the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office, Brandon Rees, 40, was driving a 2013 Lincoln MKX north on Illinois Route 2 while he was both drunk and using a cell phone, causing him to strike a guardrail, spinning the […]
Rockford hosts Small Business Block Party
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Bringing the community together, one small business at a time: That’s the vision of a Small Business Block Party on Rockford’s west side. The event organizers are also business owners and they planned this big celebration to showcase small businesses at the East Wind Business Complex and those who don’t have a brick-and-mortar location.
1 dead, 1 charged following crash in Rockford
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - One man is dead and another faces several charges following a two-vehicle crash late Sunday night. Felipe Serrano, 25, of Rockford is charged with failure to report an accident involving death, failure to reduce speed to avoid a crash and other traffic offenses. Police say Serrano also had two outstanding warrants in Rockford and an outstanding Ogle County warrant.
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