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Rockford interns are fixing sidewalks in record time, and they don't want to stop
Six summer interns are helping repair Rockford’s sidewalks this summer, and they’re more than a month ahead of schedule. The crew was hired through a through a city program — now in its third year — that offers mentorship and on-the-job training to at-risk and underserved young adults. The initiative is a partnership between the city of Rockford and LT Construction, a concrete construction contractor owned by local pastor Albert “Tank” Weathers. ...
Looking for something to do this weekend in the Rockford area? Here are 21 upcoming events
45th Annual Festa Italiana What: The Greater Rockford Italian American Association (GRIAA) hosts the 45th annual Festa Italiana. GRIAA is a non-profit organization staffed solely by volunteers that promotes the Italian culture through social events, works of charity and educational activities throughout the community. Friday activities include the Amici Italian Troupe from 5:10-5:50 p.m., opening ceremonies from 6:30-7 p.m., Dirt Road Rebelz from 7-8:30 p.m. and AudioDrive from 9:10-10 p.m. Saturday’s performers are Amici Italian Youth and...
Rockford-area tumbling and trampoline athletes place at national championships
Two of the area's top tumbling and trampoline training facilities recently competed in national competitions, using the buzz from the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris to help fuel a strong run in the junior divisions. "The Olympics definitely add a next level of excitement to all of our meets," J&J Trampoline and Tumbling...
Grand Victoria Casino all in on Stick & Stay Trail initiative
The Grand Victoria Casino in Elgin boasts a jackpot of entertainment. Try your hand at more than 700 slots, hit the tables for classic Vegas-style games, indulge in delicious food, and take advantage of exciting promotions. All this, nestled alongside the picturesque Fox River. Grand Victoria Casino is participating in...
Chicago Bears 2024 Radio Network Affiliate Stations
For the second consecutive year, the Chicago Bears' radio flagship will be ESPN 1000 (AM 1000, 100.3 FM HD2). They'll broadcast all four of Chicago's preseason games and all 17 regular-season games for the 2024 season. Jeff Joniak will be on play-by-play for the 24th consecutive year, while Tom Thayer,...
City of Chicago to spend $75 million in federal taxpayer dollars for DNC
CHICAGO (CBS) -- The CBS News Chicago investigators have obtained information from the city on how $75 million in federal taxpayer dollars will be spent during the Democratic National Convention.CBS News Chicago obtained a 22-page document, but the majority of the document was blacked out with redactions.But while the document provided few details, it did document that the city plans to spend $17,622,485 on Chicago Police personnel, $4,656,793 for Chicago Fire Department costs, $19,386,884 for construction costs, and $14,537,202 for equipment costs—which includes the purchase of a new police helicopter.The DNC is set for Aug. 19 through 22 at the United Center and McCormick Place.
Black-Owned Cleo’s Southern Cuisine Opens 2 More Locations Nearly 1 Year After Being Reviewed By Social Media Food Critic Keith Lee
Black-owned Cleo’s Southern Cuisine is still thriving nearly a year since it received a visit from Keith Lee. The Chicago, IL-based restaurant was founded by Kristen Ashley Harper, and she has swayed the hearts of locals through dishes inspired by her grandmother Cleo and her Southern roots, NBC News reports. “Technically Biloxi, (MS) — and… Continue reading Black-Owned Cleo’s Southern Cuisine Opens 2 More Locations Nearly 1 Year After Being Reviewed By Social Media Food Critic Keith Lee
Fed up Chicago firefighters union threatening to shut down DNC setup with protest
The Chicago Firefighters Union has been denied a permit for a protest near the United Center during the Democratic National Convention. Now, it’s considering other options. Chicago Firefighters Union- Local 2 President Pat Cleary is frustrated.
Ski Broncs make long awaited return to the water
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - It’s been a difficult summer for the Ski Broncs at Shorewood Park with the high water levels causing them to only put on two shows since June 21. However, tonight they made a long-awaited return. There was a new energy out there on Wednesday night...
2 dead in apparent domestic shooting in Elgin, police say
Chicago-area officials are investigating after two people appeared to be fatally shot in west suburban Elgin Tuesday afternoon.Elgin police said officers responded to the 600-block of Raymond Street just after 1:45 p.m. for a reported shooting inside a home.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchWhen police arrived, they found a woman suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. She was eventually transferred to a Cook County hospital, where she died, police said.A man who appeared to have shot himself was found dead in the home, police said.RELATED: Retired Cook County probation officer shoots woman in NYC murder-suicide, police...
Surgeon Disappears During Wife's Birthday Trip to Greece and His Dark Secrets Come To Light
Michelle Kramer was having the 30th birthday of her dreams — until her life fell apart. The Chicago resident was celebrating the milestone in September 2004 on the Greek island of Mykonos with her husband Mark Weinberger when he suddenly disappeared from their yacht. Weinberger — a popular ear,...
This Chicago Bears draft dud needs a huge game vs Texans
With Matt Eberflus announcing on Tuesday that the Chicago Bears' starters will not be playing in the Hall of Fame game against the Houston Texans on Thursday night, it brings added focus to the players at the bottom of the roster. The players featured in Thursday's game will likely be...
Police find wanted teen after search in Rockford
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Rockford police arrest a wanted 15-year-old Tuesday afternoon. The 15-year-old faces charges of possession of a firearm with no valid FOID card and an outstanding warrant. On July 30, officers say they searched a home in the 1500 block of Bruner Street looking for the teen....
FBI Warns Indiana Residents of New “Jugging” Crime Trend
Recently, a concerning crime trend known as "jugging" has been making headlines. I first learned about it after an alarming number of cases were reported in Maryland in June and July. The more I learn about jugging, the more instances I find around the country. I don't know of any specific cases of jugging here in Southern Indiana, but the FBI is reminding us that it's important to be aware and vigilant, especially since trends like this can sometimes spread.
Does Illinois Even Allow A 4-Day School Week?
The school week isn't a whole 5 days for everyone in the country. The new school year is just about upon us and the debate resumes: do we like 4-day school weeks or not? Several districts in Iowa are signing on for it for the 2024-2025 school year. Like anything...