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|By Elaine Rojas-Castillo
After a downstate judge rules Governor J.B. Pritzker is overstepping his authority when it comes to COVID-19 executive orders, local lawmakers discuss what this ruling means for the Rockford region.
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Johnson is asymptomatic.
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|By Hope Salman
“The more air you can get into your lungs the better. That will help keep you up, but also get you into a more nose up position where you can kind of lay on your back. You can get better flotation that way,” said Bremer.
Updated: 2 hours ago
|By WIFR Newsroom
On Thursday, the two-year-old girl was killed when she was struck by a vehicle near the 5900 block of Guilford Road around 3:15 p.m.
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|By WIFR Newsroom
Police say the suspects are two Black men, approximately 20-year-old, both with thin builds dressed in all black.
Updated: 3 hours ago
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Fire crews were on scene at 3525 Normandy Ave.
Updated: 3 hours ago
|By WIFR Newsroom
A residence and a parked vehicle were also struck.
Updated: 4 hours ago
|By WIFR Newsroom
After a brief struggle, the suspect, 45-year-old David Strebing of Rockford, was taken into custody and then the Winnebago County Jail.
Updated: 4 hours ago
|By Associated Press
Bradley University professor Kevin Stein was the most recent Illinois poet laureate, serving from 2003 to 2017.
Updated: 5 hours ago
|By WIFR Newsroom
Upon arrival, officers learned that a woman was shot at by a man.
7 Day Forecast
Updated: 6 hours ago
|By Mike Garrigan
Few have had a more unexplainable year than Mike Intravaia. A story of devastation and revival earned Intravaia the name “Miracle Mike.”
Updated: 7 hours ago
|By Associated Press
Health officials blame the surge largely on young people congregating in bars.
Updated: 8 hours ago
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The Army said Wednesday that the soldier suspected in Guillen’s disappearance had killed himself.
Updated: 8 hours ago
|By WIFR Newsroom
System allows Freeport’s officials to reach residents and personnel.
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|By WIFR Newsroom
1000 families fed by Voices of Inspiration
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|By WIFR Newsroom
Donors will be screened for good health upon arrival and are asked to not enter the building if they are sick.
Updated: 9 hours ago
Tampico man arrested and charged with predatory sexual assault.
Updated: 11 hours ago
|By SYLVIE CORBET
France is to name a new prime minister on Friday shortly after the announcement of Edouard Philippe’s resignation. French President Emmanuel Macron wants a new government to focus on efforts to relaunch the French economy deeply hit by the coronavirus crisis.
Updated: 14 hours ago
36-year-old man fighting life threatening injuries after shooting.
Updated: 20 hours ago
|By Kristin Camiliere
A nearly $90 million dollar building now joins the city skyline in downtown Rockford welcoming guests with some state of the art amenities and new guidelines to keep everyone safe.
Updated: 23 hours ago
|By WIFR Newsroom
Equipment rolled into ditch on top of Rock Falls man.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 6:25 PM CDT
|By Brittany Karlin
While you're out celebrating this 4th of July don't forget about your four-legged friends who might not enjoy fireworks.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 6:24 PM CDT
|By Hope Salman
“I smile all the time. and I am hoping that soon i will see my miracle to get better,” said Emmalyn.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 6:07 PM CDT
|By Associated Press
Mayor Lori Lightfoot said on Twitter that the order is intended to preserve the gains Chicago had made.'
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 5:49 PM CDT
|By WIFR Newsroom
In the downstate lawsuit, state Rep. Darren Bailey (R-Xenia) and his attorneys fought keep it in state court.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 5:19 PM CDT
|By WIFR Newsroom
The recovery rate is now at 96.1 percent.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 5:11 PM CDT
|By WIFR Newsroom
For 2016 tax returns, the window closes July 15 for most taxpayers.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 4:32 PM CDT
|By WIFR Newsroom
Guilford Road from Mulford Road to Country Farm Road will be closed for the next several hours.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 4:28 PM CDT
|By WIFR Newsroom
There are a total of 457 recovered cases in the county.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 4:23 PM CDT
|By Elaine Rojas-Castillo
The U.S. House of Representatives approves new legislation designed to revitalize key components of the national infrastructure.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 3:44 PM CDT
|By Associated Press
Fauci made the statement at an online event hosted by the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 3:24 PM CDT
The 20-year-old Vanessa Guillen had been missing since April.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 2:46 PM CDT
|By WIFR Newsroom
Within the past 24 hours, laboratories have reported 30,262 specimens for a total of 1,666,317.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 2:17 PM CDT
|By Associated Press
Masks also will be required outdoors when social distancing can’t be maintained.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 1:06 PM CDT
|By Associated Press
All leading U.S. airlines previously accepted combination of grants, loans to help cover payroll costs through Sept. 30.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 12:36 PM CDT
|By WIFR Newsroom
As part of the Chapter 11 effort, Old Time Pottery will also close stores in Fayetteville, N.C., North Charleston, S.C. and Orlando.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 11:36 AM CDT
|By WIFR Newsroom
TAVR is a way to replace a diseased heart valve without having a patient undergo major open-heart surgery.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 10:23 AM CDT
The two women were named as principals on Wednesday night.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 10:03 AM CDT
|By WIFR Newsroom
FSD 145 will be providing a virtual 'Parent Q&A' session in the near future .
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 9:50 AM CDT
|By Danielle Tumilowicz
A 21-year-old is arrested after hitting a pedestrian and leaving the scene in Rockford.
Updated: Jul. 1, 2020 at 10:27 PM CDT
|By Kristin Camiliere
Rockford residents voice their concerns during a public listening session aimed at improving the community.
Updated: Jul. 1, 2020 at 6:18 PM CDT
|By Brittany Karlin
Two Rockford organizations took a vote to unify their groups and provide better resources for the community.
Updated: Jul. 1, 2020 at 5:55 PM CDT
|By Elaine Rojas-Castillo
As the Fourth of July approaches, local law enforcement lays out its plan to keep you safe.
Updated: Jul. 1, 2020 at 5:54 PM CDT
|By WIFR Newsroom
Time between visits will be used for enhanced cleaning.
Updated: Jul. 1, 2020 at 5:32 PM CDT
|By Brandon Hamilton and Christy Soto
More remains were found Wednesday in the search for a Fort Hood private who disappeared without a trace more than two months ago.
Updated: Jul. 1, 2020 at 5:30 PM CDT
|By Hope Salman
Manager Kayla Berstrom says the pool opened Saturday, and it’s met the 50-person capacity limit almost every day since. But she says, while it's nice to have a sense of normalcy and be back at the pool, you should expect some changes.
Updated: Jul. 1, 2020 at 4:48 PM CDT
|By Courtney Sisk
Home care workers rally for pandemic pay
Updated: Jul. 1, 2020 at 4:44 PM CDT
|By WIFR Newsroom
Winnebago County Sheriff’s Detective Bureau joined investigation after evidence suggested homicide did not occur in Beloit.
Updated: Jul. 1, 2020 at 4:43 PM CDT
|By Hope Salman
More than a dozen businesses participate in the pilot program providing mentorship from more than one hundred professionals. One of the companies involved is Van Matre Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital.
Updated: Jul. 1, 2020 at 3:43 PM CDT
|By WIFR Newsroom
There are a total of 457 recovered cases in the county.