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Illinois’ 1st Snowfall Will Probably Happen On This DateWOMI Owensboro14 hours ago
Murder investigation underway in Freeport after man shot on S. Float AvenueMyStateline.com WTVO WQRF13 hours ago
Illinois Could Be In For A Big Snowstorm On This Date, Says Farmers’ AlmanacWe Are Rockford6 hours ago
Ogle County Sheriff’s Report: Oct. 4-7, 2024Rochelle News-Leader2 days ago
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Illinois’ 1st Snowfall Will Probably Happen On This Date
You can feel it in the air. Well, at least you will once we get through some unseasonably warm September weather within the next few days. 80s over the weekend, then we cool down. Right about this time every year, the excitement about searching for the resting place of our...
Murder investigation underway in Freeport after man shot on S. Float Avenue
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — A Freeport man was killed in a shooting Wednesday night. According to Freeport Police, officers responded to a Sound Thinking (formerly ShotSpotter) alert of gunfire in the 1000 block of S. Float Avenue around 8:44 p.m. and found a man at the scene who had been shot. He was taken to […]
Police: Rockford woman attacks 3 children, 1 with disabilities
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford Police arrested Abraia Mathis, 29, for allegedly attacking three juvenile victims outside of River Glen Apartments. On October 9, around 6:45 p.m., officers were called to a battery incident in the 1900 block of West Riverside Boulevard. Three juveniles, ages 7,10 and 14, told authorities they were playing football when […]
Police: Rockford man strangles pregnant woman in cell phone store
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Police arrested Charvez Hansel, 32, for allegedly strangling a pregnant woman in a local cell phone store. On September 28th, around 2 p.m., officers responded to a domestic incident involving a pregnant woman who was attacked while working at this local phone store. Police saw redness around her neck immediately when […]
Fourth suspect arrested in connection with Guilford and Mulford shootout
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Police have arrested Chauncy Bueno, 26, in connection with a broad daylight car-to-car shooting with three teen robbery suspects that came to an end at the intersection of Guilford and Mulford roads on Tuesday. According to Rockford Police, three teen suspects in a stolen 2017 Hyundai Tuscon arranged to meet with […]
Freeport community gathers to remember Timmothy Green Jr.
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — Family and Friends gathered to remember Timmothy Green Jr. after his death on Wednesday night. His family described him as a man who was always willing to help others. In his memory, they held a candlelight vigil and released balloons into the sky. His mother urged anyone with information about her […]
Rockford man accused of meth delivery
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Winnebago County Sheriff’s deputies arrested Jacob Bunting, 31, for allegedly delivering meth. On October 9, police saw a gray Kia Forte in the area of 21st Place and 8th Street with Bunting in the car. Officials proceeded to take the suspect into custody. Authorities conduct investigations before the arrest, according to […]
Welcome To The Richest City In The State Of Illinois
With an average household income of $458,988 and a population of just over 12,000, the richest city in Illinois is a place where you might mistake the local grocery store for a high-end boutique. I wouldn't know what it's like to live in a wealthy city since I've been in...
Disturbing Situation Involving A Samurai Sword In Illinois
When you hear about an attack with a deadly weapon in Illinois a samurai sword is not the typical thing you expect to be included in the story. The world has become a crazy place including right here in Rockford, Illinois. You don't know what to expect or even what people are capable of doing. You've got to be very careful when dealing with other folks. One wrong word or hand gesture and they could lose it. Then all of a sudden you're in a dangerous situation.
Wanted Rockford man accused of distributing look-alike substances
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford Police arrested Ronnie Walker, 46, for distributing look-alike substances among other charges. On October 7, around 8:49 p.m., officials were on patrol and saw Walker in front of a Circle K located at 1030 East State Street drinking a beer. The suspect told authorities his name was “Ronnie Walter”. Police […]
Police searching for suspect in Rockford Country Club burglary
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Police have released photos of a suspect wanted in connection with a burglary at the Rockford Country Club earlier this week. According to authorities, Rockford Police officers were called to the business, located at 2500 Oxford Street, early Monday morning after employees arrived and found a door had been forced open […]
Rochelle joins other Rockford area teams in the latest AP High School football rankings
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO/WQRF) — With each passing week of the high school football season the AP State Rankings become more meaningful as we learn more about the teams. The Rochelle Hubs opened a lot of eyes last week when they thumped Morris. The Hubs show up in the 4A rankings this week for the first […]
Chicago-area mom searching for "angel" who gave up plane seat for daughter escaping Hurricane Milton
CHICAGO (CBS) — A Rockford woman took to social media to find the good Samaritan who gave up her seat on a flight so her daughter could escape the hurricane zone. Rhonda Adams's daughter Carley's flight from Tampa to Chicago on October 7 was canceled. That's when another mom stepped in and gave up her seat. "She said, 'I will stay back with my five boys, they're in Tampa and I know they will protect me through the storm,'" Carley said. Carly said said despite her hesitation, the good Samaritan pulled her over to the airline counter and said, "give this lady...
Tragic Motorcycle Accident Claims Life of 21-Year-Old in Loves Park
A devastating motorcycle accident claimed the life of a 21-year-old early on Saturday morning (10/5). Fatal Crash Occurs Early Morning on North Alpine Road. According to a press release from the Winnebago County Coroner's Office, the crash occurred around 12:17 am on October 5 in the 7300 block of Alpine Road near Winters Drive and close to the Windsor Lake area.
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