Extreme heat is expected in the area this weekend, and cooling centers are available across the are for anyone needing to get ...

Hundreds of people gathered at Rockfords Sinnissippi Park Thursday to celebrate Juneteenth also known as Freedom Day.

DEKALB, Ill. (WIFR) - DeKalb’s Fire Chief steps down after 30 years with the fire department and almost four years as chief.

Extreme heat is expected in the area, and it’s important to be prepared and know the signs of heat-related illness.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Noah’s Ark Animal Sanctuary asks for the public’s help with upcoming renovations. The renovations will take place from June 22-23 and June 25-30. Noah’s Ark will be closed for ...

An alleged murder suicide in the small village of Polo last weekend leaves many unanswered questions and lots of anger in the community.

JANESVILLE, Wis. (WIFR) - A 40-year-old man is arrested for allegedly operating a vehicle while intoxicated for a fourth time ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Mainly sunny today with northwest winds 5 - 15 MPH and highs in the middle 80’s. Chance of showers and thunderstorms tomorrow morning with highs in the upper 80’s. Middle 90’s ...

LOVES PARK, Ill. (WIFR) - The Aquatics Manager at Dolphin Swim Club offers tips to keep kids safe while swimming. Alyvia ...

STEPHENSON COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) - Members of the Stephenson County Board vote Wednesday to approve the bid to sell Walnut Acres Nursing Home.

The most recent is defenseman Gustav Forsling who became a back-to-back champion Tuesday after the Florida Panthers defended their title against the Edmonton Oilers. Forsling played with the Hogs from ...