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Man killed in E. State Street shooting identified
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Rockford police ask for help from the public following a deadly shooting Saturday night near a busy shopping area. Chase Higgins, 27, died after he was shot multiple times according to the Winnebago County Coroner’s Office. Around 11:15 p.m. Aug. 24, officers were called to...
Peoria police investigate a mid-day shooting on Peoria’s East Bluff
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Peoria police are investigating a mid-day shooting Monday on Peoria’s East Bluff. According to Peoria Police Chief Eric Echevarria, the shooting occurred at about 1:15 p.m. near the intersection of Wisconsin and Frye Avenues. The victim, according to police, was a young adult man....
Peoria business owners head into retirement and close eatery sooner than expected
The Chef and The Baker closed after a final day on Aug. 22. Initially, the Peoria business, owned and operated by Ian and Karen Hocker, announced it would close at the end of August. A recent Facebook post, however, said the business saw a stronger turnout than expected after announcing plans to close. ...
$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 […]
Restaurant inspection update: State shuts down ‘imminent health hazard’
The Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing oversees restaurant inspections in Iowa. (Photo via Canva; DIAL logo courtesy of Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing) The state of Iowa has shut down food service and suspended the license of a Clayton County eatery and convenience store that has...
Iowa Pork Producers look to replace ISU player in viral 'Purchase Moore Hamann Bacon' ad
Iowans love pork and and they love football. That is why the Iowa Pork Producers Association is bringing back the viral promotion involving Iowa State University athletes who throw around the old pig skin. ...
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...
$231K grant helps Ill. FD with recruiting, equipping new firefighters
AMBOY, Ill. — The Amboy Fire Department is receiving $231,668 in federal grant money to help recruit and retain additional volunteer firefighters via the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) program. According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency website, the SAFER program provides funds to fire departments...
‘We’re just losing too many lives:’ Overdose Awareness Vigil planned in Galesburg
August 31st is International Overdose Awareness Day. For the fourth year, members of Galesburg's recovery community and the families and friends of those lost to overdose will gather for a candlelight vigil. The event starts at 7:30 p.m. Saturday on the public square. There will be flameless candles and a...
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 […]
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.
I-55 Traffic Alert: Two Chicago Suspects Arrested Near Gardner After High-Speed Pursuit
Gardner, IL – Two Chicago men were arrested early Sunday following a high-speed chase on I-55 that ended near Gardner, according to the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office. The pursuit, which reached speeds over 100 mph, began when a deputy attempted to stop a black Ford Edge near the 218-mile marker after receiving a broadcast about a wanted vehicle.
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