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Local golfer Marcus Smith Jr. takes second at the Illinois State Amateur
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO/WQRF) — Local golfer Marcus Smith Junior had himself a week at the Illinois Men’s State Amateur Golf Tournament. He finished in second place at Akins Golf Club at the University of Illinois Urbana. Smith came so close to winning it. He shot a sizzling final round of 65 Thursday, the best round […]
New Data Shows 87,000 Illinois Residents Flee the State
New data from the Internal Revenue Service shows that in 2022 alone, more than 87,000 Illinoisans – faced with some of the highest taxes in the nation – relocated to other states. This exodus saw nearly $10 billion in income leaving Illinois, significantly impacting the state’s economic landscape....
NIU football picked third in MAC coaches preseason poll
CANTON, Ohio. (WIFR) - The Northern Illinois University football team ranks third in the Mid-American Conference Coaches Preseason Poll, released by the league on Friday morning ahead of the 2024 MAC Football Kickoff at the Pro Football Hall of Fame. “We are anxious to get the season started,” said NIU...
Beloit Sky Carp resume season after all-star break with 7-3 victory over Peoria Chiefs
Beloit resumed play in the Midwest League on Friday night on a winning note against Peoria, beating the Chiefs 7-3 at Dozer Park in Peoria. Sky Carp shortstop Johnny Olmstead crushed a three-run home run to center field to open the scoring, then third baseman Josh Zamora followed that up with a solo shot of his own to give Beloit a quick 4-0 lead against Peoria’s Brycen Mautz. The Chiefs...
Red, White and Blues Festival honors vets, active-duty personnel
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Area servicemembers enjoy an afternoon of Blues music during the second annual Red, White and Blues Festival. On Saturday, area servicemen and Blues enthusiasts gathered at Sinnissippi Park, N. 2nd Street, to enjoy an afternoon of blues music. The Red, White and Blues Festival, hosted by the Crossroads Blues Society, is held in honor of area vets and active-duty personnel.
Rockford families visit summer fitness, wellness festival
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The Northwest Community Center launches its first summer wellness festival on Rockford’s west side. On Saturday, families ventured to the Northwest Community Center, 1325 N. Johnston Avenue, to engage in a new summer event, Thrive Fest. According to Northwest Community Center, Thrive Fest strives to...
Moving Company Offering Free Storage Space For Iowa Storm Victims
Monday night's storms brought severe damage and power outages throughout Iowa and the Quad Cities. Even as of Wednesday morning, MidAmerican reports that almost 700 people are still without power in the Quad Cities. More than 300 people in Des Moines also have no power. To help folks who need...
Are Jails in Illinois using Torture Methods on Inmates?
According to a report, there is something that jails use every day in Illinois that experts say is considered "torture" what exactly is it? And should the Land of Lincoln stop using these devices ASAP?. According to an article from Illinoisansweres.org, the United Nations now considers restraint chairs a form...
Rockford Pushes For Disaster Declaration Following This Week’s Devastating Storms
The Stateline area has been working hard to clean up after this week's nasty storms, and city officials are wasting no time pushing for an official disaster declaration which would provide much-needed relief for homeowners. Benefits of a Disaster Declaration. When a city or county gets nailed by massive flooding,...
Boys & Girls Club halfway to new building fundraising goal
JANESVILLE — The Boys & Girls Club of Janesville says it’s hit the halfway point in fundraising for a new facility. The club announced on Friday that its capital and endowment campaign “Building Great Futures for Our Youth & Community,” has raised $6 million in just under a year, toward a $12 million goal. In a release, the club said it has a waiting list of over 100 youth because...
NWS confirms record 24 tornadoes from Monday night storms
CHICAGO — A rash of tornadoes brought on by Monday night’s Derecho has set a new record for the Chicago and Rockford areas. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), two more EF-0 twisters were confirmed on Friday, one that touched down in Broadview and another in Oak Forest, both in Cook County. The additional […]
Gilley’s Heating and Air Conditioning shows off sewer drain jetting system
Rockford, Ill. (WTVO) — It’s easy to identify problems that we can see, but it’s important to be proactive about the problems we can’t see. At Gilley’s Heating and Air Conditioning, they can make sure sewers are in great condition with their sewer drain jetting system.
Sessions from Studio A - Rock and Roll Institute
For those about to rock, we salute you. On this special edition of Sessions from Studio A, we head to The District Bar and Grill in Rockford for a showcase from Rock and Roll Institute. Their motto is start a band on Monday, play a show on Friday. We'll hear lots of different bands and talk with students and instructors. Learn more and support this awesome organization by making a donation on their website. Also follow Rock and Roll Institute on Facebook and Instagram for more news!
Which Wich celebrates grand opening of its first area location in Loves Park
LOVES PARK — A national sandwich chain centered on custom-crafted sandwiches, wraps and salad bowls celebrated the grand opening on Thursday of its first location in the area. Which Wich has opened inside the Applewood Mobil at 5542 E. Riverside Blvd. It started with a soft opening about a...
Rockford solar conference shares benefits of solar power
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Hundreds of people gathered at Rockfords Embassy Suites Thursday to learn the importance of going solar at the first Go Solar Conference and Expo. Tapping into the power of the sun is complicated and hard for people to understand. Go Solar 815′s 2024 Expo and Conference looks to help educate people on clean energy.
Extremely rare live lobster shipped to Rockford Red Lobster
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) – The staff at Red Lobster in Rockford was met with a colorful surprise earlier this month. On July 10, Manager Tarah Stewart was unpacking a regular shipment of live lobsters and preparing them for the tank that sits in the front of the restaurant. Before long, she noticed that one of […]
Get ready for Rock ‘N Vodka Happy Hour at LimaMar Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
Rockford, Ill. (WTVO) — Owner of LimaMar Restaurant and Cocktail Bar Ross Terry is back with us tonight to show us how to make the Rock ‘N Killer cocktail and to tell us about the Rock ‘N Vodka Happy Hour event. The event will be held on...
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