Rockford’s unemployment rate saw one of the largest decreases in the state of Illinois, dropping from 5.9% in 2023 to 4.9% in ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The Regional Site Readiness Program helps the area prepare for future industrial use. $2.5 million is ...

Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara said a federal funding pause ordered by President Donald Trump has placed needed assistance ...

The Trump administration’s temporary freeze on federal funding is creating concern among nonprofit and service organizations ...

The annual homeless count took place Monday and one Rockford woman reflected on her experience with those struggling. The ...

Winnebago County Gary Caruana says he will continue following state law when it comes to detaining undocumented migrants. But ...

Sorensen stresses Congress holds the “power of the purse” – i.e., controlling government spending. By attempting to freeze ...

Rockford man in critical condition after a single-car crash in Marengo, under investigation by the McHenry County Sheriff’s ...

Lunar New Year, the 51st annual Rockford Boat, Vacation and Fishing Show and Rockford Ale Fest, along with fundraisers, live music, comedy shows and more to the Rockford area. What: Comedian Anjelah ...

Democrat Ali Abuihmoud will challenge Ald. Mark Bonne, D-14, in the Feb. 25 primary for Rockford City Council.

Rockford may be just the fifth largest city in Illinois, but its housing market has been named the hottest in the nation.

More and more Illinois colleges and universities are offering full tuition scholarships. “The Huskie Pledge,” “The Rockford ...