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14/01/2025

Rockford, Illinois named hottest housing market in US

Realtor.com placed Rockford, Illinois at the top of its Hottest Housing Markets list for December 2024. Here's why

14/01/2025

Representative John M. Cabello to serve as Assistant House Republican Leader

SPRINGFIELD, Ill (WREX) – State Representative John M. Cabello was reappointed by House Republican Leader Tony McCombie to continue serving as an Assistant House Republican Leader in the 104th General

12/01/2025

Homeschool athletes compete for glory in Rockford basketball tournament

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — A basketball tournament brought teams from the midwest, mostly comprised of homeschooled athletes, to UW Sports Factory to battle it out on the hardwood. Homeschooling has r…

11/01/2025

Hard Rock Rockford's President Reacts To 2024 Gaming Revenue

The surge in revenue places Hard Rock Rockford in 7th place among Illinois’ gaming properties, with the top spot still held by Rivers Casino in Des Plaines. Notably, Hard Rock

11/01/2025

Rockford, Oregon school districts not affected by PowerSchool breach - YouTube

Rockford, Oregon school districts not affected by PowerSchool breach For more Local News from WIFR: https://www.wifr.com/ For more YouTube Content: https:...

11/01/2025

Rockton School District student hit while at bus stop, officials say - WIFR

The Rockton School District says it will offer support to its community after a student was hit by a vehicle Friday morning.

09/01/2025

Hard Rock Casino Rockford rakes in nearly $100M in 2024

Rockford's casino pulled in more revenue than ever before in 2024 after opening its permanent location off I-90.

08/01/2025

Rockford's $31.5 million 2025 road plan: Here's what's getting done

Rockford's $31.5 million 2025 road plan will focus on six major projects.

08/01/2025

Rochelle Township High School to Host FAFSA Completion Workshop Thursday

ROCHELLE – Rochelle Township High School will hold a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) completion workshop on Thursday from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in the school

07/01/2025

Will grocery taxes go away in Rockton, Roscoe, South Beloit? | Business News

The 1% tax on grocery items in Illinois will expire in January of 2026.

03/01/2025

Rockford school leaders advocate for equitable mental health funding

Advocates are pushing to get their hands on Winnebago County's Mental Health Tax funding to make efforts to address mental health even more widespread.

02/01/2025

Rockford Promise Scholarship Applications Are Now Open For 2025 High School Graduates

ROCKFORD, Ill - The Rockford Promise Scholarship Program has officially opened application portals for 2025 Rockford high school graduates.

01/01/2025

Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara reflects on 2024, looks ahead to 2025 - WIFR

31/12/2024

Former state Rep. Ron Wait of Belvidere dies at age 80

A farmer, teacher, lawyer, accountant and Illinois lawmaker for 26 years has died at the age of 80.

30/12/2024

An Attorney Shares Why He Continues To Volunteer for Senator Steve Stadelman's Second Chances Summit

For the last 5 years attorney David Black has volunteered to lend his skills at the Second Chances Summit.

21/12/2024

Rockford students get a visit from Santa thanks to City First Church

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Santa and some elves from City First Church helped deliver presents to students at Constance Lane Elementary on Friday. These gifts were thanks to City First Church’s …

20/12/2024

RPS 205 to start class 2 weeks earlier in 2025

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford Public School District 205 has released its academic calendar for the 2025-2026 school year. There are some major changes, including classes starting 2 weeks earlie…

19/12/2024

Boylan Catholic High School president to step down as diocese prepares shift to new leadership model

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Boylan Central Catholic High School announced on Wednesday that Amy Ott would step down from her role as school president at the end of the