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Southern Illinois hit with major flooding
NASHVILLE, Ill. — Major flash flooding led to road closures, forced the evacuation of residential areas and drowned field crops on July 16 in parts of southern Illinois. “I’m 63 years old and this is the highest amount of rain I’ve ever seen in the shortest period of time, especially in July,” Washington County Farm Bureau President Gerald Kuberski told FarmWeek.
Listeria outbreak prompts Kroger recall of produce, dips sold in 5 states
A possible listeria contamination has prompted a flurry of recalls recently of vegetables, salsas and deli meat. Kroger shoppers in five states are once again being asked to check their fridges for products that may be contaminated.
FIRST ALERT: Multiple rounds of storms possible as August begins
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - It took until the very last day, but Rockford finally registered its first July 90° temperature Wednesday, and the warm, humid air remains in place Wednesday night. Thus far, the heat and humidity have failed to produce any thunderstorms, though that may change in the...
Rockford's annual poetry slam returns after skipping a year
A Rockford poet is bringing her annual poetry slam back to the city in October. She’s now recruiting national poets to take part. The Gods and Goddesses Poetry Slam began in 2021. This contest brought artists from across the country to Rockford. Dianna Tyler also known as Goddess Warrior...
Biden Expected to Deliver Opening Night Speech at Democratic National Convention
President Joe Biden will most likely address the Democratic National Convention during primetime on opening night, according to “three sources familiar with the planning,” reported Tuesday by CNN. While the schedule was not finalized — save for the nominees’ acceptance speeches on the final two nights — CBS News spoke to “two sources familiar with […] The post Biden Expected to Deliver Opening Night Speech at Democratic National Convention first appeared on Mediaite.
JMK or Shogun? Rockford’s Top Japanese Restaurant Revealed
The truth is, there is no wrong answer, and we made sure to get out there and say that because you can't go wrong at either restaurant. As far as I can remember, JMK Nippon, 2551 North Perryville Road, has been a Rockford eating institution. People come for the sushi,...
Freeport man faces charges for weapon possession as felon
FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) - A 26-year-old man faces charges after a search warrant was issued by police. Jimquayveon Whitehead is charged with possession of a weapon by a felon and possession of ammunition by a felon. On July 30, Freeport police searched a home in the 700 block of S....
Quiet night ahead, more heat, humidity and storm chances Thursday
It was an interesting day for July’s last day. A few rounds of storms occurred in a few hometowns. But other hometowns didn’t receive a single drop. This is very typical of the ring of fire pattern we’re in thanks to the clusters of storms. Indianapolis also took a little while longer to heat thanks to the extended cloud cover of the day. We aren’t done with the heat, humidity and storms yet August opens Thursday.
Illinois Is Getting Digital Licenses: Here’s How It All Works
We've been keeping an eye on the progress of Illinois House Bill 4592 (HB 4592) for a while now, and because we're technology geeks we're pretty excited that it brings that little plastic card in your wallet into the digital age by allowing us to have our driver's licenses or state IDs on our phones, where we have seemingly everything else.
William Jones gets 55 years in prison for killing Rockford butcher shop employee
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) – Winnebago County Judge Brendan Maher, on Wednesday, sent the man who gunned down an employee of a Rockford meat market in broad daylight last year to 55 years in prison. Jones, 41, appeared in court with Public Defender Nick Zimmerman, a little more than a month after entering his second plea […]
Sad News: Beloved Asian Restaurant in Rockford Announces Closure
A popular Asian restaurant in Rockford has announced it has closed its doors, leaving many saddened by the shocking news. Back in January of 2022, Pho 27 opened their doors for the very first time on Rockford's east side. I visited them many times throughout the past few years and absolutely loved the energy, kind staff, and delicious homestyle Lao dishes they served.
Augusta National of Midwest: Top 100 course Rich Harvest Farms can test world’s best
Jack Milko has been playing golf since he was five years old. He has yet to record a hole-in-one, but he did secure an M.A. in Sports Journalism from St. Bonaventure University. Chicagoland has dozens of outstanding golf courses, many of which can host top-tier events, such as Medinah No....
Spook the Loop to return to Geneseo with special guest
GENESEO, Ill. (KWQC) - Geneseo will be hosting its second Spook the Loop event on August 10 with special guest Butch Patrick. Patrick, a former resident of Geneseo, is known as Eddie Munster from the classic Munsters TV sitcom, according to a media release. He lived above a downtown storefront and attended school at St. Malachy Elementary School. He also attended the event in 2023.
Legion Post Auxiliary Unit 392 Approaching 100th Anniversary
Peotone American Legion Post Auxiliary Unit 392 is approaching its 100th Anniversary, but there’s no slowing them down. The group installed new officers last week, with new terms for President Ann Nagel, Treasurer Paula Prium, Sgt.-at-Arms Jane Jones, Chaplain Carrie Wick, Secretary Lizz Manning, and Vice President Leslie Joslin.
‘Ring of Fire’ pattern to bring periodic t-storm clusters
Active weather across the country on Monday and Tuesday has missed Chicagoland so far to the south and west of us. But that could change in the next couple of days… Many rain-free periods are ahead, but a classic “ring of fire” pattern to keep periodic t-storm clusters at times into Friday before conditions dry […]