James Smith-Johnson was arrested for allegedly attacking a pregnant woman, throwing her clothes out of his car, punching her ...

Since it’s inception in 2024, 44 houses in the Rockford-area have benefitted from the cities Expanded Rehab Assistance ...

Four people from Rockford and another person from Beloit are charged in connection with a federal benefit fraud scheme.

Adonis Smith was arrested for allegedly sexually abusing a woman and domestic battery after she forced him out of her ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Thousands are expected to flock to the Forest City this weekend for the Jehovah’s Witnesses annual ...

Rockford area law enforcement issued fewer speeding tickets in 2023 and 2024 even as they doubled down on efforts to arrest ...

What: The performer July 31 is Harlan Jefferson, a versatile saxophonist, flutist, vocalist, composer and actor known for his ...

This three-bedroom ranch home in Rockford has a classic brick gas fireplace, tray ceilings and a three-car garage.

Mark Henderson was chief meteorologist for WIFR TV in Rockford for 22 years. Henderson now enjoys his new venture, Mark ...

Matthew Smith, 20, was arrested on charges of meeting a 15-year-old to have sex at an elementary school, as well as for ...

Two immigrant families in Rockford are trying to settle into life in a new country while immigration raid fears grow. WNIJ’s ...

ROCKFORD, IL — Over 200 people gathered July 17 at the City Market Pavilion to participate in the "Good Trouble Lives On" ...