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Man seriously hurt in E. State St. shooting, Rockford police investigate
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Police investigate after a man was shot multiple times near a busy shopping area in Rockford. Around 12:45 a.m. Sunday, the Rockford Police Department reported a man had life-threatening injuries following a shooting in the 6600 block of East State Street. Details about the shooting are...
Dragons' win streak ends at nine games
DAYTON, OHIO (WKEF) - With a chance to record a 10th straight win, the Dayton Dragons took Saturday's game to 10 innings, but Cedar Rapids ultimately won 7-4 at Day Air Ballpark. The Kernels opened the scoring with four runs in the 4th inning, but the Dragons quickly countered with...
190 years later: Celebrating Rockford’s founding
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A historic day for the Forest City as 190 years ago the city of Rockford was founded by Germanicus Kent, Thatcher Blake, and Lewis Lemon. In celebration of the founding, people took in the sights of sounds of an uncommon life, telling the story of a founder who is sometimes overlooked.
Former Cub Derrek Lee mashes two home runs leading his team to a win in Legends Softball Game at Rivets Stadium
LOVES PARK, ILL. (WTVO/WQRF) — The Rockford Rivets season ended a week and a half ago, but the fun at Rivets Stadium continued into Saturday evening. The Rivets held their second Legends Softball Game. Former Cubs Mickey Morandini, Derrek Lee, Mitch Williams, Michael Barrett and Bobby Dernier signed autographs for the fans before taking the […]
Lutheran football has high hopes in the Big Northern conference
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Lutheran football is heading into the season with all eyes geared forward, following their two early playoff exits the last two years. The difference for the Crusaders this year though, is a brand new defensive coaching staff. “This team is just hungry,” says Lutheran defensive backs...
Sergeant Aaron and Kelly Weber recognized for National Night Out leadership
Before beginning the Roscoe Village Board meeting on August 20, 2024, village trustees recognized Sgt. Aaron Weber and his wife Kelly for their leadership in once again making this year’s National Night Out a big success. Village President Carol Gustafson said much of the credit is due to the hard work and dedication of Kelly and Sgt. Weber over several years. “The Webers have single-handedly made National Night Out a fantastic event.”
Tracking dangerously hot conditions to start the week
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The heat has returned as highs have jumped to the upper 80s this afternoon. We won’t find much relief this evening as lows will drop down to the lower 70s. We could see a scattered shower or storm this evening as a disturbance makes it’s way through, but drier and warm air aloft reduces our chances for widespread storms.
Rockford families visit the Coronado during Cinema Saturday
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - An estimated 1,000 people gathered at Rockford’s crowned jewel, the Coronado Performing Arts Center, to enjoy the second annual Cinema Saturday. Families flocked to the Coronado to enjoy an afternoon of free fun and a screening of Disney’s 2023 animated film Elementals. The Coronado teamed with State Representative Maurice West’s team to share a historic Rockford space and teach valuable lessons.
Motorcyclists gather to honor fallen Rockford PD officer in Roscoe
ROSCOE, Ill. (WTVO) — The sixth annual Jaimie Cox Motorcycle Rally kicked off with a roaring start through a parade of flags and supporters at the Roscoe VFW. Adam Cox founded the nonprofit in honor of his cousin, Rockford Police Officer Jaimie Cox, who was killed in the line of duty on November 5th, 2017. […]
Rockford Public School District students visit Back to School bash
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - AARC Booker and Comprehensive Community Solutions (CSS) hosted their 3rd annual back-to-school bash on Kent Street to help children and parents learn about useful tools in the community. On Saturday, Rockford Public School District 205 students and surrounding districts learned about different community resources and snagged...
Rockford man accused of attacking a pregnant woman while being intoxicated
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford Police arrested Zigmond Vanderwall, 34, for allegedly pushing a pregnant woman causing her stomach to hit a wall. On August 23, around 1 a.m., police responded to Swedish American Hospital for a domestic battery call. The victim told officials Vanderwall came home around 10:30 p.m. intoxicated. She was asleep until […]
Olympic Tavern highlights pickle-themed festivities at 2024 Picklefest
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Pickle enthusiasts celebrated their favorite snack and played Pickleball games during a weekend event on Rockford’s west side. On Saturday, Rockford’s Olympic Tavern on 2327 N. Main Street held its first Picklefest. The event closed off a section of Fulton Street for a pickleball tournament with custom courts made by FlexCourt. Guests sat outside to watch pickleball games and enjoy pickled-themed cuisine.
A 2 vehicle crash at Kishwaukee and 1st caused 3 people to go to local hospitals
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) A two-vehicle traffic crash happened at the intersection of Kishwaukee and 1st. Street on Saturday afternoon. Three occupants of the cars were transported to local hospitals. Rockford Police are asking people to avoid the area while they investigate. This is a developing story.
Rockford Area Weekend: Celebrity Softball Game, Tough Mudder, Picklefest
As summer winds down and the school season looms, this weekend around Rockford offers a perfect backdrop for an unforgettable last weekend of vacation. Maximize Your Last Weekend of Summer in Rockford Before School Starts. Most schools around the Stateline are already back, and this upcoming Wednesday (8/28) Rockford Public...
Illinois’ Endangered Species: These Animals Are On The List
If you've ever wondered if an animal on the endangered species list ever gets off that list, the answer is actually yes. I guess I had never given it much thought, but I'll admit to being somewhat surprised to learn that some animal species have actually found themselves deleted from the database of endangered animals because...well...they started doing a lot better (with a lot of help) when it comes to staying alive.
Rockford City Market attendance numbers on par with previous years
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Thousands of people from in and around Rockford flood the heart of the city for an outdoor summer tradition since 2010 as it enters its last month of Friday festivities. City market runs Fridays from mid-May to the end of September. Despite one cancellation and an...
Videos Show Fireball Turn Night into Day Thursday Over Illinois
This was one of the most widely-viewed fireballs of the year so far. Hundreds saw a meteor explode over Illinois and many captured videos of the event that briefly turned night into day over the Land of Lincoln. The American Meteor Society confirms that this fireball appeared over Illinois at...
Belvidere Walmart celebrates 20th anniversary
BELVIDERE, Ill. (WIFR) - Belvidere’s Walmart marks 20 years in the City of Murals. On Friday, Belvidere officials gathered with shoppers and crew members in the parking lot of the store at 2101 Gateway Center Drive for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and anniversary celebration. Walmart AP Team Lead Tammy Taylor...
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