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ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A stabbing on Rockford’s south side leaves one teen injured. Police posted on X just after 7 p.m.

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

Dozens of new recruits answer the call to join the ranks of America’s Defense Industry and lend a hand to growing the Navy’s ...

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 this weekend, and cooling centers are available across the are for anyone needing to get ...

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 ...

WISCONSIN DELLS, Wis. (WMTV) -A Wisconsin Dells family is remembering their 21-year-old daughter who died after a UTV crash ...

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

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

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