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Alderman: Vacant Rockford armory building hurts neighborhood, city
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) – A Rockford alderman hopes someone will redevelop one of the city’s vacant national landmarks. “It’s getting more damaged,” said 11th Ward Ald. Isidro Barrios of the Illinois National Guard Armory Building at 605 N. Main St. Barrios said the 70,000 square-foot building is becoming an eyesore, bringing down property values while […]
Authorities identify Rockford man who died in flood as Vietnam War veteran
Authorities have identified the man killed in floodwaters over the weekend as Dean Gulbranson, 76, of Rockford. Preliminary autopsy results show Gulbranson drown, pending toxicology test results, according to information from the Winnebago County Coroner's office. Gulbranson grew up on a farm near Spring Grove and later Harmony, Minnesota, as one of 10 siblings...
Freeport roads closed due to fallen trees and power lines
FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) - The City of Freeport urges people to obey ‘road closed’ signs to give crews space to work. The storm on July 15 caused several trees and power lines to fall, according to the City of Freeport. They list the roads that are affected. Walnut...
Fatal 2020 Sterling apartment fire case in court this week
MORRISON, Ill. — The trial of a Rock Falls man charged with murder and arson is ongoing this week in Whiteside County. Steven Coleman is accused of setting the fatal fire on June 1, 2020, in the overnight hours at the Western Apartment Complex in Sterling. A 49-year-old woman and two girls, aged 8 and 13 died in the fire. A 35-year-old woman and 12-year-old were rescued and taken to the hospital. A Dixon firefighter and paramedic was also injured in the fire after falling through the floor.
Seebach’s Sweet Corn open for 2024 season, rain has aided growing
ROCHELLE — Seebach’s Sweet Corn kicked off its 2024 season of sales at 11594 E. Kyte Road in Flagg Center last week. The Seebach family has grown and sold sweet corn at the location for over 40 years. The tradition of selling sweet corn was started by the late Jerry Seebach, and it has since been carried on by his sons, Jeff and Scott, their stepmother, Christy and other family members and seasonal help.
Sterling and Rock Falls Rotary Clubs Hosting ‘Broil & Boil’ Lunch on Monday
STERLING, IL – The Sterling Noon and Rock Falls Rotary Clubs will again team up and host a combined BBQ Pork Chop and Corn Boil lunch on Monday, July 22 at the Sterling Marketplace (Farmer’s Market) from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Lunch is $12 and includes a Butcher Shop...
Watch Your Step: Sinkholes Open at Rockford’s UW Health SwedishAmerican Parking Lot
Two sinkholes opened on the property of UW Health SwedishAmerican on Monday, July 15th. Hitting way too close for comfort now. I've talked about this plenty of times, but I'll say it again: Sinkholes are my #1 fear. Ever. Of all time. Nothing scares me more than knowing I could get sucked into a gigantic hole and vanish off the face of the Earth with no warning or way to escape.
Cherry Valley comfort K9 Stormy dies
CHERRY VALLEY, Ill. (WIFR) - Retired police comfort canine Stormy died, the Cherry Valley Police Department announced Tuesday. Officer Stormy joined the team in September of 2022 after graduating from the Paws & Stripes program which trains shelter dogs to become comfort dogs. Her coworkers say she is known throughout the community for her gentle demeanor and compassionate spirit.
An Open Letter to Eyewitness News Chief Meteorologist Candice King
While there's nothing we can do to stop dangerous weather, having someone calm and collected to explain what's happening can be a game-changer. In a world where click-bait gets attention, it's refreshing and calming to have someone who's not trying to scare you lead you through a treacherous storm and we have that here in Rockford on WTVO and WQRF in Eyewitness News Chief Meteorologist Candice King.
Rockford storm waste to be collected during normal garbage pickup
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The City of Rockford says flood waste will be collected this week and next week during normal trash collection schedules. Three nights of heavy rains and high winds battered the city, causing flash flooding and damage. The City said residents should fill the city-provided garbage cans first, before putting excess waste […]
Severe storms bring tornadoes to northern Illinois
The National Weather Service has been busy conducting damage surveys across northern Illinois following severe storms that moved through Sunday and Monday evening. While additional surveys will continue in the days to follow, they did confirm that 4 tornadoes touched down in northern Illinois between Sunday and Monday. Sunday: An...
Retired Cherry Valley Police K9 Stormy passes away
CHERRY VALLEY, Ill. (WTVO) — Stormy, a beloved, Retired, Cherry Valley Police K9 has passed away. Stormy’s role in the force was to help relieve stress for officers and the community. Officials said she became known around the community for her gentle demeanor and compassionate spirit. Stormy joined the department in the fall of 2022 […]
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