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Trial underway for Rock Falls man charged with setting 2020 fatal apartment fire
WHITESIDE Co., Ill. (KWQC) - A trial began Monday in Whiteside County for a Rock Falls man accused of setting fire to an apartment in Sterling where one woman and two children died. Steven Coleman is charged with three counts of aggravated arson, all Class X felonies, six counts of...
Second suspect in custody in deadly Rockford shooting
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The second suspect wanted in a deadly shooting on June 26 near Haskell Avenue is in custody. Timothy Chatman, 42, of Rockford, is charged with first-degree murder in the death of Marquell Reddic. Chatman was arrested July 15 and is in the Winnebago County Jail. Around...
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...
More rain expected Monday; City says avoid these areas of Rockford in event of flash flood:
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — After two nights of heavy rain and flash flooding that turned some Rockford roads into rivers, the City has issued a warning to drivers to avoid the following areas in the event of a repeat Monday night. Severe weather has been forecast for the area for the third night in a […]
OSF HealthCare gives $30K to Nik’s Wish to replace its signature lamp
ROCKFORD — The OSF HealthCare Foundation gifted Nik’s Wish $30,000 on Monday to help the nonprofit group replace its signature 16-foot-long replica genie lamp. The lamp is a mainstay at special events and surprise wish reveals for young adult cancer patients, but officials said it’s showing signs of age after five years and needs to be replaced.
Hard Rock Live announces The Black Crowes, Gipsy Kings coming to Rockford
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The Black Crowes and Gipsy Kings are among the first performances to be announced for Hard Rock Live, the concert venue located inside the forthcoming Hard Rock Casino Rockford. The casino, built on the site of the former Clock Tower Resort, at 7801 E. State Street at the I-90 exit ramp, […]
Rockford man dies after pickup truck is swept into Keith Creek
A 76-year-old Rockford man is dead after the pickup truck he was riding in became submerged in Keith Creek during Sunday night's storm. The man was a passenger inside a Dodge Dakota pickup truck that entered the Schnucks parking lot about 10:15 p.m. in the 2600 block of Charles Street in Rockford.
FHLBank Chicago Announces $50 Million in Interest Rate Subsidies to Expand Community Building Impact
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 16, 2024-- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago) is providing $50 million in interest rate subsidies to help expand affordable housing, economic development, and community partnerships in Illinois and Wisconsin through its new Community Impact Advance Pilot Program. This Program provides an up to two percent reduction in interest rates on advances, which are secured loans, to help FHLBank Chicago member financial institutions support their customers and amplify the impact they are making in their communities. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240716310882/en/ Pilot program offered through FHLBank Chicago makes $50 million in interest rate subsidies available to support affordable housing and economic development in Illinois and Wisconsin. The Community Impact Advance is available today to member financial institutions. (Photo: Business Wire)
Illinois Man Using Dating Sites To Rob People At Gunpoint, Police Warn
If dating sites weren't unnerving enough, it's getting worse in Illinois. It's one thing to be a serial dater and just go on dates with seemingly everyone. It's another to be a serial problematic "dater" like this dude. NBC Chicago reports that police are warning the public against a guy...
Live updates: Heavy rain, flooding in St. Louis region | Weather Impact Alert
ST. LOUIS — Heavy rain and flooding have been weather concerns for the St. Louis area Tuesday. Tornado warnings expired in the region. A dam overtopped in Nashville, Illinois, causing flooding and evacuations. Roads were flooding in the region causing traffic concerns. This is a live blog of updates...
Illinois Rules Of The Road For Pedestrians Might Surprise You
Most residents of Illinois know the rules of the road for driving but did you know there are laws for pedestrians too?. I drive to work early in the morning when it's still dark out. I'm surprised to see so many pedestrians. Many of them are on the street instead of the sidewalk, which doesn't feel safe to me. I'm guessing they don't know the Illinois rules of the road for pedestrians. I was curious so I looked it up.
Flood Watch Issued for Southeast Missouri and Southwest Illinois Amid Heavy Rain Threat
St. Louis, MO – A flood watch is now in effect for parts of southeast Missouri and southwest Illinois due to heavy rain expected tonight. The National Weather Service (NWS) in St. Louis has warned that severe thunderstorms may develop, potentially leading to localized flash flooding. According to the...
Top 10 Illinois basketball 3-point shooters of all time
Throughout the history of the Illinois basketball program, we have had some great three-point shooters. This list is honestly not fair to the older Illini generations, as the three-point line wasn’t officially introduced in the college game until April 1986. So, that is where the possibilities for the top 10 start.
Nearly All Illinois AT&T Customers Just Had Personal Data Exposed
If your cell phone provider in Illinois is AT&T, you need to keep a close eye on your credit history and personal information as the company has revealed that nearly all of its customers were exposed in a historic data breach. This alert comes directly from AT&T. They have created...
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