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On the market: This two-bedroom Rockford condo has a jetted tub and a new roof
Address: 5613 Northcliffe, Rockford Property description: This modern minimalist condo with two bedrooms and two bathrooms features a remodeled kitchen with a granite island, under cabinet lighting and a pantry. Custom lighting throughout. The living room has an architectural ceiling over the dining area and a gas fireplace with crystal fire glass tiled to the ceiling. First floor laundry with cabinets. The primary bedroom with walk-in closet has bay windows to the backyard, an en suite bathroom...
Illinois Women Warned About Vicious New Banking & Romance Scams
Obviously no scam is good, but I would argue the worst are the ones that prey on emotions to rob a person blind or worse. That's why there are urgent warnings for Illinois women to be aware there are current ploys that use text messages to lure victims into romance and banking problems.
Important News for Illinois Low Income Families Receiving TANF Payments
Illinois has set a precedent now that all child support payments collected for families receiving or having received Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) will now be directly passed on to them without state deductions. Child Support Changes in Illinois Now in Effect. This landmark policy was effective as of...
Raw Dogging at Wrigleyville Dogs
Raw Dogging in the famous neighborhood by the longtime home of the Chicago Cubs.
IL representatives propose MINES Act for coal mine collapse accountability
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WCIA) — A bipartisan proposal has been brought forth by Illinois U.S. Representatives to unveil the federal government’s efforts towards preventing coal mine collapses. The Monitoring, Investigating, Navigating and Explaining Subsidence (MINES) Act was brought forth by Representatives Nikki Budzinski (D-IL-13) and Mike Bost (R-IL-12), as well as Alex Mooney (R-WV-02) and Matt […]
Could Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker become Kamala Harris’ VP running mate?
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker is a possibility for Vice President on the Democratic ticket in the 2024 Presidential Election, as he has been listed on a shortlist of potential candidates and has received a call from Harris' campaign.
Beware of Scam in Illinois Involving Amazon and Temu Package Shipments
Thieves are working around the clock trying to come up with new ways to trick you using all the latest technology and techniques to steal your identity and money. Illinois and Wisconsin residents who order products online that are being shipped to their homes need to know about this latest scam that uses fake text messages about package deliveries.
‘Equity, equality and parity': Illinois' road to reparations explained
In early 2022, Illinois became the second of three U.S. states to establish a commission to provide reparations for African American descendants of slavery. Through subsequent board meetings, public hearings and oversight from Gov. J.B. Pritzker, the goals of the group, titled Illinois' African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission (ADCRC), are starting to take shape.
Rockford Fire department battle garage fire on city’s east side
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Firefighters race to extinguish a garage fire on Rockford’s east side Saturday. Just after 9:30 a.m., Rockford firefighters responded to the 1100 block of 23rd Street after receiving a call for a “fully involved garage fire.”. No injuries are known at this time. This...
Will Pete Davidson Crash This Superfan’s Wedding In Rockford?
July 27th is a big day for Rockford. Pete Davidson is coming to town for a much-anticipated comedy show. However, there's an even bigger reason why I need to meet Pete Davidson - it involves a wedding, a super fan, and a promise I made. Working in radio, we get...
Kewanee Rotary Club Free Swim until 6 PM Today, July 27th
The Kewanee Rotary Club is sponsoring a free swim today, July 27th, until 6 PM at Northeast Park Oasis Pool. The pool reached maximum capacity at 12:47 PM. People are enjoying the great weather for swimming. Thank you Kewanee Rotary Club!
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