Wesley Smith of Rockford pleaded guilty to one count of possession of a firearm by a previously convicted felon in May 2024.

CHERRY VALLEY, Ill. (WIFR) - After months of construction, the new ramp on I-39 and U.S. 20/Harrison Avenue opens Tuesday.

The Rockford Hero Rumble debuts at the Hard Rock Casino, featuring local first responders competing to raise awareness for a local nonprofit.

No injuries have been reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation. The night prior, Rockford Fire was called to ...

A 44-year-old Plano man faces multiple charges after investigators claim he was jumping in front of cars Sunday.

The Rockford alum tore his ACL and will likely miss the upcoming year, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. VanVleet went ...

Also Monday, ABC’s “The View” weighed in on the controversy after not raising it for two episodes after Kimmel was suspended.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A 29-year-old man will spend nearly 40 years in prison after he admitted to nearly killing a Rockford ...

The 100 Year Tour promises to be a fan celebration with new pre-game events, post-game interactions, over-the-top fun and new ...

More clouds than sunshine with highs in the middle 70’s. Slight chance we could see a few showers and hear a few rumbles of thunder this afternoon.

Partly sunny with low 80’s this afternoon. Showers and thunderstorms become possible after 3 with heavy rain and strong winds ...

A special workshop Monday at Rockford University celebrates International Day of Peace. The Stephenson County Sheriff’s Office releases a toxicology report as part of its investigation into a ...