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Bears safety Jaquan Brisker is the last person who should be hyping up Chicago’s secondary
There’s a lot of reason for optimism with the Chicago Bears these days. With No. 1 overall pick Caleb Williams surrounded by a solid supporting cast, the young Bears look like they have a ton of promising potential. It’s no wonder HBO and NFL Films wanted them on Hard Knocks next month. If there’s one thing that can pop this balloon of Bears hopefulness, it’s unwarranted confidence from non-franchise, inconsistent players. Enter Jaquan Brisker. You might remember the Chicago safety from that time he said Jordan Love is “nothing special” after a dominant Green Bay Packers win. How about that time when he...
Rockford aldermen vote ‘yes’ to place historic Armory up for sale
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The Rockford City Council has agreed to put the historic Illinois National Guard Armory up for sale. Built in 1934, The Armory, at 605 N. Main Street, served as the headquarters for the Illinois National Guard for 60 years, and became a music venue in the 1970s, hosting performances by acts […]
WATCH: Wienermobile Wipes Out on Illinois Expressway
The oversized hot dog on wheels was involved in an accident Monday morning which shut down traffic on an Illinois expressway for hours. Did you know that at any given moment there are six different official Oscar Mayer Wienermobiles that roam the country? As an avid "Frank-Fanatic" I closely monitor the Wienermobile's whereabouts.
IceHogs Community Fund and Chicago Blackhawks Foundation to Award $135,000 in Grants to Nine Rockford Area Organizations
Last year, Rockford Hockey Club was awarded $10,000 from the IceHogs Community Fund to help reduce the cost to play at the 8U level. The grant allowed the club to add 20 new 8U players while reducing costs across the board at all levels. This year's $20,000 grant will once again help reduce costs at the 8U level with a goal of adding 20 new 8U players again this year. The additional $10,000 will fund the formation of a new Rockford Hockey Club girls program for 8U, 10U, and 12U players.
BMX Midwest Nationals attract racers from around the world to Rockford track
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — BMX racers from around the world gathered in Rockford this weekend for the Midwest Nationals. Hundreds of riders were racing in the USA BMX Midwest Nationals at Rockford BMX, a three-day event that brings out professional and amateur riders. The track, located at 4950 Safford Road near Lockwood Park, is hailed […]
HTL: Albion Tigers knock off Lake Mills Grays 21-1
EDGERTON — The Lake Mills Grays fell to the Albion Tigers 21-1 on the road in Home Talent League baseball on Sunday. Albion’s Drew Hanson went 3-for-4 with two extra-base hits and drove in six runs. Charlie Hatlen and Steven Olson added three hits apiece for the Tigers. For the Grays, who were outhit 16-5, Jasper Meeker went 2-for-2 while leadoff man Caleb Housner, Matthew Gullixson and Romzy Barketallah tallied one hit each. Hatlen pitched four innings of five-hit ball to earn the victory for the Tigers (5-7). The Grays (0-12) close out the season at home against Jefferson next Sunday.
Jefferson Speedway: Edgerton's Johnson overall winner of inaugural Orange Blossom Special to honor Eckhardt
CAMBRIDGE — Some of the best Super Late Model drivers in the Midwest gathered at Jefferson Speedway on Saturday evening to pay tribute to a Wisconsin racing legend. Jerry Eckhardt of Johnson Creek has been behind the wheel of a race car for over 59 years, winning multiple races, feature events and championships. Eckhardt still competes on a weekly basis at Wisconsin’s Action Track. The inaugural running of the Orange Blossom Special race event is a way to say thank you to a man that...
Roscoe Gardening Club brings special deliveries to North Pointe Terrace
The Roscoe Gardening Club has been spreading joy to the residents of North Pointe Terrace assisted living facility in Roscoe by creating and delivering "bodacious bouquets" of flowers they had grown. They plan to keep up this cheerful action throughout the month of July. Bodacious Bouquets is the club's new...
Hard Rock Casino announces 3rd and final opening weekend concert
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Hard Rock Casino Rockford has announced the third performer who will join Joan Jett and Brad Paisley on the casino’s opening weekend. Akon will take the stage on Friday, August 30th at the casino’s venue, Hard Rock Live. The singer became known for his single “Locked Up” in 2004, and collaborations […]
Rockford could backtrack on former Kmart, U-Haul property vote
Rockford Ald. Gina Meeks, D-12, is having second thoughts about her vote to reject a plan to redevelop a former Kmart property. And she may not be alone. Rockford City Council voted 10-2 to deny a special use permit and code variations sought by Orput Companies Inc. for the redevelopment of the U-Haul-owned 15-acre property at the corner of State Street and Mulford Road.
Wisconsin Alliant Energy workers return home after helping with Illinois tornado cleanup efforts
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Dozens of Alliant Energy workers from Wisconsin returned home this weekend after helping with tornado cleanup efforts in Illinois, the energy company reported on Monday. After 25 confirmed tornadoes touched down in Chicago and surrounding areas last week, ComEd, an energy company serving northern Illinois, requested...
Illinois DOT begins work on I-80 bridge on Monday
ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, Ill. — The Illinois Department of Transportation began working on the I-80 bridge over the Rock River on Monday, July 22. According to IDOT officials, crews are patching the bridge deck. While work is ongoing, one eastbound lane will be closed. The project is expected to...
Don’t Go in the Water – 38 Illinois Places Have Swimming Warnings
Summertime is all about getting outside and enjoying the nice weather and swimming is a vital part of that. However, there are now 38 places in Illinois that now have urgent swimming warnings about staying out of the water. As a general rule, I check the Illinois Beach Guard System...
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