Residents are invited to complete an online survey to provide input for future investments and upgrades to Hilliard Park.

DIXON, Ill. (WIFR) - Dixon’s police chief Steven Howell hangs up his uniform May 9, retiring after serving more than 25 years with the department. During his career, Howell moved up through the ranks, ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - After an exceptionally cold night, temperatures have rebounded this afternoon to the lower 70s. Luckily, I don’t anticipate tonight to be anywhere near as cold with overnight ...

(WIFR) - The Illinois Craft Brewers Guild announces the return of Craft Beer Week from May 9-16. Every May, the state’s ...

(WIFR) - The contest promotes the best short films from students or residents 22 years or younger. The winner of Shortcuts will receive $250 and have their film screened at the 815HORTS festival in ...

Illinois state parks saw more visitors in 2024 than any point in the past 15 years, according to new data from the Illinois ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Sunny with light northeast winds 5 - 10 MPH. Mainly clear tonight with lows in the middle 40’s. Middle 70’s and sunny for Saturday. Close to 80 on Mother’s Day.

The latest addition to the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum honors the introduction of Pope Leo XIV.

May 9 marks the first National Scam Survivor Day, a time to recognize those who come forward to report scams and help others avoid them.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A 19-year-old man is dead after a shooting, according to police. Just before 12:30 a.m., police were ...

A settlement agreement is reached with Beecher, Illinois-based company, Bulk Storage, Inc. after the Illinois Department of ...