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Illinois Department of Children and Family Services to welcome families to Du Quoin State Fair
DU QUOIN, Ill. (KFVS) - The Illinois Department of Children family services will soon welcome hundreds of foster parents to celebrate how they are changing the lives of thousands of Illinois youth. DCFS is celebrating its 39th annual foster and adoptive family picnic. This year’s theme is “Be a Child’s...
Many Spot Bizarre Daytime Meteors Exploding Over Illinois & Iowa
You will sometimes see a meteor burn up in the atmosphere over Illinois and Iowa, but you'll rarely see them during the daytime which is exactly what happened early Friday morning. The American Meteor Society documented this widely-seen meteor or meteors that appeared at approximately 6:13am Friday morning over Illinois,...
Stephenson County Firefighter passes away in motor vehicle accident
ROCK CITY, Ill. (WTVO) — Rock City Fire announced the passing of firefighter Cody Penticoff on Saturday evening. Penticoff died in a motor vehicle accident on the evening of August 23rd. Rock City Fire said arrangements are forthcoming.
Police: Wanted Rochelle man wakes up in his car, flees the scene
ROCHELLE, Ill. (WTVO) — Police arrested Steven Baldwin, 61, for two warrants out for his arrest among other charges. On August 24, around 7:20 a.m., officials were dispatched to the 200 block of Joanne Lane for an unwanted person sleeping in a vehicle. When authorities spoke to Baldwin they determined he had two warrants out […]
James White joins NIU coaching staff
DEKALB, Ill. (WIFR) - Former Wisconsin Badger and New England Patriot James White joined the NIU coaching staff this season. NIU Head Coach Thomas Hammock announced the news Friday morning. Hammock was White’s running backs’ coach from 2011 to 2013 at Wisconsin. White later went on to have a great...
West Nile Virus Detected in Morris
Mosquitoes in Morris, Illinois, have tested positive for West Nile Virus, the Grundy County Health Department reports. These are the first positive cases in the county this year, with mosquitoes collected in mid-August. As summer ends, residents are urged to continue precautions against mosquito-borne viruses. Recommendations include avoiding outdoor activities...
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 […]
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.
8 Illinois KFC Locations Closed Forever this Week With No Warning
This is not what you want to hear if you love fried chicken fast and live in Illinois. At least 8 locations in the state closed permanently this week and it appears they did so with no warning whatsoever. I saw this report just shared by Yahoo News. They say...
Janesville Craig pummels Sun Prairie West 42-8 for season-opening win
JANESVILLE — Energy, excitement and second-half touchdowns filled Monterey Stadium as Janesville Craig’s football team took on Sun Prairie West in Friday’s season opener. The Cougars’ run game dominated the show, finishing with 285 rushing yards in a 42-8 non-conference victory. The Cougars focused on their passing attack in the 2023 season, but on Friday’s first drive, the Cougars’ bread and butter was handing the ball off to senior running...
Rockford Pooch-A-Palooza Dog (and Cat) Adoption Event
Looking to add a furry friend to your family this fall? Mark your calendar for an exciting dog and cat adoption event happening in Rockford this September, where you might just find your perfect companion. POOCH-A-PALOOZA. Are you ready to expand your family with a furry friend? Then don't miss...
Cities with the most expensive homes in the Rockford metro area
Stacker compiled a list of cities with the most expensive homes in the Rockford metro area using data from Zillow. Originally published on stacker.com, part of the BLOX Digital Content Exchange.
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