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United Way opens hotline for storm damage
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The United Way has started a hotline for Rockford-area residents who experienced damage during three nights of storms that soaked the region over the weekend. The hotline, staffed with United Way volunteers, aims to connect impacted residents with available resources. The hotline will be open Thursday, July 18th from 9 a.m. […]
Winnebago Co., Rockford launch hotline for storm damage resources
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - People in Rockford and Winnebago County are now able to call a hotline for information and resources about how to handle storm and flood damage. The hotline can be reached from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 815-516-2947. Winnebago County, the City of Rockford, United Way...
Winnebago County, IL – Hotline Opens for Storm Damage Assistance
Winnebago County has launched a hotline for residents affected by recent storms. Supported by the City of Rockford, Rockford United Way, and the American Red Cross, the service aims to connect residents with essential resources and agencies. According to the Rockford Police Department, the hotline, staffed by Rockford United Way...
Will Rockford be declared a disaster area? Help for homeowners on the line
With nearly 689 homes still without power after last weekend's storms, residents are still grappling with the cleanup after torrential rains, floods, and high winds battered Winnebago County.
Storm debris pickup across the stateline
(WIFR) - Some stateline towns and communities hit hard by recent storms will be picking up debris to help out residents. Below is a list of communities that have announced plans for garbage and debris clean-up. Winnebago County. Rockford - The City of Rockford has announced garbage cleanup dates and...
Safety on the water key to recreational fun
The freedom, exhilaration and sheer joy of summertime water sports is an unparalleled experience. However, the excitement of jet skiing, boating, fishing or even kayaking throughout the state can quickly become an emergency, if proper safety measures aren’t followed. “We’re out on area rivers in the county to educate...
Flooding to blame for Rockford man’s death, coroner’s office says
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The Winnebago County Coroner’s Office releases the name of the Rockford man who died during a flash flooding event. Dean Gulbranson, 76, was pronounced dead just after 1 a.m. July 15. According to the coroner’s office, his cause of death is drowning, although toxicology tests are pending.
Severe storms bring tornadoes to northern Illinois
The National Weather Service has been busy conducting damage surveys across northern Illinois following severe storms that moved through Sunday and Monday evening. While additional surveys will continue in the days to follow, they did confirm that 4 tornadoes touched down in northern Illinois between Sunday and Monday. Sunday: An...
Baxter and 11th intersection reopens after crash
NEW MILFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The intersection at Baxter Road and 11th Street reopens after a traffic accident early this morning. The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office posted on X just before 7 a.m. that deputies were on the scene of the crash. Officials have not given out any details about the crash but did call […]
First-time champ has 'dream come true' in Rockford's most family-friendly golf tournament
The Winnebago County Amateur belongs this year to Drew Grygiel, a 23-year-old Hononegah grad who won his first local adult golf tournament by shooting 69-68—137 Saturday and Sunday at Macktown Golf Course. “I always dreamt of being an upper-echelon player in the county and never thought this day would...
Rock River expected to crest at 10′ on Wednesday amid flood concerns
MACHESNEY PARK, Ill. (WTVO) — The National Weather Service is urging residents to prepare for flooding after projections show the Rock River cresting at 10 feet on Wednesday. “While the risk to structures remains low at this time, we encourage those in potential flood zones to prepare accordingly,” authorities said Monday. The National Weather Service […]
Rockford man charged with delivering cocaine
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Winnebago County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested Printiss Turner, 41, for allegedly delivering cocaine. Police investigations of Turner started in May but on July 11th officials detained Turner along with Christopher Jenkins in the 3200 block of Holiday Drive. They were both taken to the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities said they searched […]
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