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Charles Street businesses hit hard by Rockford flash floods
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) – Thunderstorms and flash flooding kept parts of Rockford under water over the weekend. Some Charles Street businesses along the Keith Creek corridor were hit especially hard and are now assessing the damages. “A lot of fixtures from the building are completely destroyed,” said Michelle Johns, who has operated Tarot by Michelle […]
Freeport man charged in knife fight
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — Police have arrested Jeremy Alspaugh, 42, for allegedly engaging in a bloody knife fight with another man during an argument on Sunday. According to Freeport Police, around 2:30 p.m. in the 600 block of N. Walnut Avenue, Alspaugh was involved in an argument outside of the building with another man. He […]
Rockford announces plans for garbage collection after flooding
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - For people impacted by recent flooding, the city of Rockford says homeowners can put flood waste out before normal collection during the weeks of July 15 and July 22. The waste will be collected on normal garbage pick-up days. The city says residents should fill up...
“Broil & Boil” Pork and Corn Lunch
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, 2024, at the Sterling Marketplace (Farmer’s Market) from 11AM-1PM. Lunch is twelve dollars and includes a Butcher Shop seasoned broiled pork chop sandwich, two Poci’s ears of corn, chips, cookie, and water.
Rockford looks to sell historic Armory as redevelopment interest renews
ROCKFORD — The city plans to put the historic former Illinois National Guard Armory up for sale in hopes of finding a buyer who will bring new use to the shuttered Art Deco style building. The 88-year-old building at 605 N. Main St. served as the headquarters for various...
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-area flash floods turn fatal, keeping community on edge
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - There’s a water line above Nikole Haffey’s son’s bunk bed in the basement bedroom. The difference between the muddy and clear paint on the wall reveals flash flood waters reached eight feet high. Blocks from where a Rockford man lost his life to...
How long does food keep during a power outage? Here’s what we know
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) – It’s wise to have an alternative source of electricity like a generator during a power outage because it doesn’t take long for refrigerated food to spoil, says the United States Department of Agriculture. The USDA says when a generator isn’t available during an outage, it is wise to keep the fridge […]
Residents escape from fire at Rockford apartment building
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The residents of an 18-unit apartment building all managed to escape safely after a fire broke out Tuesday morning. According to the Rockford Fire Department, around 2:08 a.m., firefighters responded to a fire alarm at 1118 Furman Street and found smoke coming from a first floor apartment. It took about 10 […]
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 […]
Sterling apartment fire trial: Day 1
WHITESIDE Co., Ill. (KWQC) - Testimony began Tuesday in the trial of a Rock Falls man accused of setting fire to a Sterling Apartment, killing three people, in June of 2020. Carrie Hose, 49, Shayla Walker, 8, and Celina Serrano, 13, died from the fire that took place at Western Apartments on West 3rd Street.
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 […]
River levels climb across northern Illinois due to recent rainfall
With how much heavy rain northern Illinois endured since Saturday afternoon, expect river levels to slowly rise over the next few days. Flood warnings remain in place for multiple spots along the Rock including Como, Byron, Latham Park, and Rockton. The Pecatonica in Freeport and Shirland as well as the Kishwaukee near Perryville are also under a flood warning.
Byron unveils ‘Remain in Light’ mural
BYRON, Ill. (WTVO) — The City of Bryon unveiled its latest art project, the “Remain in Light” mural on Tuesday. The new mural can be seen on the front of Bryon’s City Hall. This is the third painting commissioned by the city. It took a month to design and a week to paint. The mural […]
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