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Three people shot in Freeport; suspect at large
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — Three people were shot in the 900 block of S. Caroll Avenue on Wednesday afternoon, and police say the suspect is still at large. According to the Freeport Police Department, officers were called to the scene around 1:30 p.m. and found two victims who had been struck by gunfire, including a […]
ISP arrests Sterling man in narcotics investigation
STERLING, Ill. (WTVO) — Illinois State Police Blackhawk Area Task Force arrested Dakota Bottoms, 29, for allegedly delivering cannabis among other charges. Bottoms was released on pre-trial conditions and awaits a further court date in Whiteside County. ISP collaborated with the Sterling Police Department, United States Drug Enforcement Administration, Scott County Special Operations Unit and […]
Man Arrested Twice in One Day in Oregon, Illinois After Back-to-Back Thefts
Talk about your tough luck; a man was arrested twice in one day. The man is Mark Everett, 39, from Kenosha, Wisconsin. Police say he was picked up after stealing from a Shell gas station at 201 South 4th Street in Oregon. He wasn't exactly at the Shell when he...
Police: Rockford woman punches nursing home resident, attempts to steal his money
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford Police arrested Sarah Thornton-Berry, 21, on September 25, for allegedly punching an elderly man in the head while attempting to steal money from him. On May 29th, around 1 p.m., officers responded to Rock River Healthcare for a report of a strongarm robbery. The victim told police the incident happened […]
Murder suspect, charged with killing Beloit woman, turns himself in
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Demond Curry, 29, of Machesney Park, has turned himself in to authorities after being charged with the murder of Justice Golden, 26, of Beloit. According to authorities, on Wednesday, September 18, around 7:10 p.m., officers responded to the 1700 block of North Rockton Avenue for reports of shots fired in the […]
FEMA Disaster Assistance Teams on the Ground in Illinois
FEMA Disaster Assistance Teams are currently on the ground in some Illinois Counties affected by storms this past July. According to a press release from FEMA, Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) teams are actively assisting communities in Illinois that were impacted by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding that occurred between July 13th and 16th, 2024.
‘Highly Recommended’ Illinois Pizza Joint to Close At the End of the Month
A longtime and seemingly popular pizza joint in Dixon, Illinois, suddenly announced it would close at the end of the month. While it would be hard to tell if pizza place fans are upset, there has been little to no mention of Mama Cimino's impending closure. Shaw Local News Network...
To the Guy Who Wouldn’t Leave Me Alone at a Rockford Bar
The other night, I was enjoying a drink at my favorite bar in Rockford, playing mancala and catching the fight on TV when I noticed a guy across the bar watching me. And no, it wasn't a "cute" stare, it was more of an "I'm about to approach you and bother you until I intimidate you enough to go home with me" death stare.
Week 5 Rockford high school football predictions for NIC-10, Big Northern and NUIC
Week 5 means every team will be past the midway point of the regular season after this weekend's high school football games. How will your team fare? Well, here are our predictions, with Matt Trowbridge (5-1 last week, 21-3 on the season) picking NIC-10 games and Rochelle, and Jay Taft (6-1 last week, 23-9 on the year) forecasting Big Northern Conference and NUIC results. ...
Culver’s Drops New Cheesy Creation for Fall
Culver's is bringing back a fan favorite just in time for fall. If you've ever thought about how great a burger combined with some delicious cheese curds would taste, you're in luck. The CurderBurger, a limited-time offering, will grace Culver's menus starting October 1. Don't miss your chance to savor...
Oregon School District receives $500K grant for safety improvements after threats
OREGON, Ill. (WTVO) — A $500,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice’s School Violence Prevention Program was awarded to Oregon’s school district in reaction to recent safety threats on Thursday. “Having software such as this in place could realistically save lives,” said Oregon Elementary School principal Ryan Huels. Huels said safety for the students […]
Illinois Halloween Festival Features Pumpkin Derby Race Cars
If you're looking for a truly unique Halloween experience, I've got the perfect event for you in Illinois. This sounds like a great way to celebrate Halloween. It's the annual Pumpkin Derby held at the Scarecrow Festival in Dixon. The event is October 19th from 10 am to 2 pm. Check-in is at noon with the race at 1 pm. The track is located at Hennepin Avenue between First and Second Street.
Ditch the Chains: 28 Must-Try Local Restaurants in Rockford
While it’s tempting to hit up the familiar chain restaurants, let's venture out and experience the incredible local dining options we have right here in Rockford!. Rockford’s food scene has improved over the past decade, according to me. As the years have gone by, more and more local...
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