If you saw strange lights in the sky over northern Illinois on Tuesday night, you’re not alone. Rockford, Illinois resident Steve Heilmeyer was among those who saw

The annual homeless count took place Monday and one Rockford woman reflected on her experience with those struggling. The homeless count is part of the U.S. Department of

Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara said a federal funding pause ordered by President Donald Trump has placed needed assistance programs and jobs at risk.

Lunar New Year, the 51st annual Rockford Boat, Vacation and Fishing Show and Rockford Ale Fest, along with fundraisers, live music, comedy shows and more to the Rockford area. What: Comedian Anjelah Johnson-Reyes has guest starred on shows such as “Life and Beth,

Rockford man in critical condition after a single-car crash in Marengo, under investigation by the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office.

Winnebago County Gary Caruana says he will continue following state law when it comes to detaining undocumented migrants. But, he says because of the Illinois Trust Act, there is only one so much his deputies can do.

Sorensen stresses Congress holds the “power of the purse” – i.e., controlling government spending. By attempting to freeze federal funds, he asserts “the executive branch [is] taking too much power, taking all of the power away from Congress to be able to decide what’s best for our communities.”

Democrat Ali Abuihmoud will challenge Ald. Mark Bonne, D-14, in the Feb. 25 primary for Rockford City Council.

A family that owns several pawn shops throughout Central Illinois is being charged by the Illinois Attorney General for allegedly running an organized retail crime enterprise.

Nearly 42% of Illinois women 18 and older experienced domestic violence at least once in their life, according to a July 2024 report from the Rockford Mayor’s Office of Domestic and Community Violence Prevention.

Results from the National Assessment for Educational Progress reading test shows 8th graders in Illinois out preformed national averages.

More and more Illinois colleges and universities are offering full tuition scholarships. “The Huskie Pledge,” “The Rockford Promise,” “The Illinois Commitment” -- everyone’s got one now. But as nice as zero tuition sounds,