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Gilded Paradise Fashion Show

Dozens attend Gilded Paradise Fashion Show in Rockford

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Anthony Ferretti
The show featured fashion from four local designers to show off to the community to celebrate beauty and style in a tropical setting.

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Stillman Valley Fall Festival

Stillman Valley celebrates 86 years of its fall festival

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Anthony Ferretti
Those who didn’t have a chance to go on Saturday can go on Sunday.

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Discovery Center Bubble Fest

It’s all about bubbles at Rockford’s Discovery Center

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Anthony Ferretti
Attendees learned about bubbles and got to make their own bubbles at the Bubble Palooza playground outside of the museum.

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Freeport Brewfest

Pretzel City Brewfest returns to Freeport for its 11th year

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Anthony Ferretti
Brewfest is in its 11th year and returned to the renovated Chicago Ave. in Freeport.

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Lifescape’s senior expo

George Wendt headlines senior expo in Rockford

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Anthony Ferretti
This expo brings together resources for seniors in the community to help them stay independent as long as possible.

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The event promotes bike safety, wellness and the importance of outdoor recreation.

Leaders promote bike safety at annual Tour De North End Festival

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Elisa Reamer
The event promotes bike safety, wellness and the importance of outdoor recreation.

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Rockford’s historic midway theater was home to decades of entertainment and memories before it...

Rockford residents share optimism for Midway Theater revitalization

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 11:02 PM CDT
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By Anthony Ferretti
Right now, there are no definite plans for a revitalization, but some residents are optimistic for a revival.

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As part of an exciting homecoming week at Boylan High School, nine people who embody what it is...

Boylan honors distinguished alumni

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:58 PM CDT
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By Anthony Ferretti
As part of an exciting homecoming week at Boylan High School, nine people who embody what it is to be a titan are honored at the 13th Annual Alumni Recognition Awards.

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Pharmaceutical companies have gone radio silent on when they will be getting prescription drug...

Hydrocodone shortage may not end until 2024, some pharmacists say

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:22 PM CDT
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By Jake Pearson
Pharmaceutical companies have gone radio silent on when they will be getting prescription drug resupplies for Hydrocodone.

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Photo of the suspect

South Beloit police search for vehicle burglary suspect

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 9:21 PM CDT
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By Kayleigh Randle
The South Beloit Police Department responded to multiple burglary to vehicle reports on Thursday night, according to a Facebook post by the police department.
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Rockford area to expand based on tourism survey results

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 6:32 PM CDT
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By Elisa Reamer
In the next 10 years, Rockford area residents and tourists will see an expansion to make the region more appealing for both visitors and stateliners

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Tip leads to DeKalb man’s arrest in child pornography investigation

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 6:24 PM CDT
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By Laura Neuzil
A 71-year-old DeKalb man faces child pornography charges.

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Accused mass shooter Duke Webb gets third attorney

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 6:11 PM CDT
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By Jim Hagerty
Duke Webb is accused of killing three people and wounding several others on Dec. 27, 2020, at Don Carter Lanes in Rockford.

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Local church invites community to Self-Care Summit

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:11 PM CDT
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By Annamarie Schutt
The Self-Care Summit is on Sept. 30 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at New Zion Missionary Baptist Church.

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Winnebago County corrections officer arrested in Rockford

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 4:28 PM CDT
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By Laura Neuzil
The incident happened Thursday, Sept. 21.

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New television station coming to Rockford area

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 4:17 PM CDT
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By 23 WIFR
The move allows a wider audience to access the channels through their cable and satellite providers.

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Missing Pearl City teen found

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 1:26 PM CDT
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By Marta Berglund
Duncan was found Friday afternoon and is safe

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Rockford organization Nik’s Wish featured by CNN

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 7:57 AM CDT
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By Marta Berglund
Nik’s Wish grants wishes for young people with cancer.

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R1 Planning Council given $160k grant to study its Modernized Parking plan

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 12:52 AM CDT
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By Kayleigh Randle
Rockford residents could see more parking availability around the region in the next 10 years with a new re-imagining plan for parking.

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Pecatonica, Byron to change trick-or-treat hours this year

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 10:17 PM CDT
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By Jake Pearson
Some parents on social media say the change is an upset for families.

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Definition of abortion key topic in federal trial

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 5:56 PM CDT
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By Jim Hagerty
The trial is over a law that requires Illinois health care providers to offer abortion referrals, even if they do not agree with the procedure.

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Walk to prevent suicide hopes to bring survivors ‘Out of the Darkness’

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 5:47 PM CDT
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By Sydni Stoffregen
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention will host ‘Out of the Darkness’, a community walk to provide hope and support for those affected by suicide.

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Northern Illinois University employees fight for better wages

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 5:13 PM CDT
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By Elisa Reamer
Six employees share stories about their need to rely on food banks and Medicaid to get by.

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Applications open for Freeport’s Civilian Police Academy

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 4:51 PM CDT
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By Annamarie Schutt
Classes meet every Thursday night from October 12 to December 7.

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Police name man killed in Stephenson County crash

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 4:11 PM CDT
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By Meghan Schobinger
The crash happened just after noon Wednesday in Erin Township.

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Rockford Public Schools unveil 5-year facilities master plan for 2030

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 10:25 PM CDT
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By Jake Pearson
Taking steps to better prepare for the future of academics. Rockford Public Schools lets the community teach them about what changes should be made to the building.

State

Suspect in fatal shootings of 4 people in suburban Chicago dead after car crash in Oklahoma

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 9:21 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press and KEN KUSMER and COREY WILLIAMS
The man was suspected in the deaths of Alberto Rolon, Zoraida Bartolomei and their two children, ages 7 and 9.

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Trial over Illinois abortion referral law begins in Rockford

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 7:37 PM CDT
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By Jim Hagerty
The trial is expected to last through Friday.

Crime Stoppers

Rockford man faces charges in string of west side burglaries

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 5:44 PM CDT
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By Meghan Schobinger
Police asked the public on Monday to help identify the man captured in doorbell surveillance footage.

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Aerospace conference helps businesses hopeful for a more advanced future

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 5:36 PM CDT
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By Kayleigh Randle
Engineering businesses convened Wednesday as aerospace leaders with a shared vision for the future of technology.

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Three face murder charges in Belvidere man’s 2020 shooting

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 5:09 PM CDT
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By Meghan Schobinger
Police say Gordon’s body was found June 18, 2020, in Little Calumet River in Blue Island, Ill.

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Wedding planner shares 2023 trends

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 4:55 PM CDT
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By Annamarie Schutt
Local wedding planner Danica Keeton says mismatched bridesmaid dresses and Baby's Breath are among current trends at weddings.

State

John Deere Harvester Works announces indefinite layoffs in Illinois

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 4:37 PM CDT
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By KWQC Staff
John Deere Harvester Works has announced indefinite layoffs at its Illinois location coming in October.

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Recruiters showcase military benefits for Rockford area students

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 2:17 PM CDT
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By Anthony Ferretti
With the military fiscal recruiting year ending in less than two weeks one local branch says it’s on track to meet its goals.

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One dead after two-vehicle crash in Stephenson County

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 1:59 PM CDT
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By Anthony Ferretti and Meghan Schobinger
Drivers on U.S. 20 west of the Pecatonica River should expect delays at this time.

Regional

Rockford woman identified in fatal motorcycle crash

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 1:46 PM CDT
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By Meghan Schobinger
No one else was involved in the crash, but law enforcement says the investigation is ongoing.

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Rockford police need help finding car involved in hit-and-run

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 12:10 PM CDT
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By Laura Neuzil
Rockford police are looking for a late 1990s Toyota Camry.

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Rock County police arrest man for fifth OWI

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 4:41 AM CDT
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By Tyler Wauchope
Rock County police arrested 43-year-old Michael Berzanskis Jr for driving under the influence. This is his fifth such offense.

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Freeport’s 1% sales tax increase proposal denied, now become a public referendum

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 11:18 PM CDT
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By Kayleigh Randle
A proposal to fix unsafe roads in Freeport comes to a halt after council members strike down a 1% tax hike to pay for the repairs.

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Rockford Public Schools to see upgrades, staff increases with 2024 budget

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 10:21 PM CDT
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By Jake Pearson
Choosing how to spend the money that affects your student’s education, the Rockford Public Schools board votes unanimously to approve their 2024 school year budget plan.

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Beloit man sentenced to federal prison for sexual exploitation of a child

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 9:45 PM CDT
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By Abigail Leavins
Everett Wescott, 32, pleaded guilty to these charges on June 6, 2023.

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Semi-truck fire stalls traffic on I-39/90 E

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 8:33 PM CDT
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By Michael Tilka and Meghan Schobinger
No word yet on whether anyone is hurt or what caused the fire.

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YMCA announces $3.1M downtown expansion

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 6:04 PM CDT
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By Jim Hagerty
The project is expected to be completed by next summer.

Regional

Controversy swirls over killing of world-class buck in Janesville

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 6:00 PM CDT
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By Tim Elliott
A once-in-a-lifetime deer known as the "dump buck" was killed in 2021. How it was killed is at the center of controversy.

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League of Women Voters encourages younger generation to register

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 5:37 PM CDT
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By Conor Hollingsworth
The goal is to get more people signed up before March of 2024

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Police: Vehicle outside Ogle County schools posed ‘no threat’

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 3:14 PM CDT
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By Meghan Schobinger
Investigators address community concerns after multiple sightings of a suspicious vehicle outside area schools.

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Klehm Arboretum temporarily closed starting Tuesday

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 7:33 AM CDT
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By Marta Berglund
More than a mile of paths will be repaved over the course of the week.

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Closures begin Sept. 20 on Broadway Avenue in Rockford

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 7:25 AM CDT
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By Tyler Wauchope
The westbound lane of 2100 Broadway will be closed on September 20.

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Belvidere competes for refrigeration services, warehouse rights

Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 10:18 PM CDT
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By Jake Pearson
Following a city council meeting Monday, land has been annexed by the city of Belvidere to make way for a possible site that would see a second Midwest Refrigeration Services warehouse in the city of murals.

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Hundreds gather to mourn loss of Loves Park teen

Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 9:48 PM CDT
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By Meghan Schobinger
Cars were bumper to bumper Monday night at a vigil for the Harlem High School grad.
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