Multiple athletes from Rockford-area schools traveled down to Springfield to compete in one the longest standing cheer ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Barbecue restaurant Smokey Bones permanently closes its Rockford location. The business, which opened ...

The Village of Cherry Valley says no penalties or late fees will be imposed for the month of December due to a mailing issue ...

Privacy and data protection remain top concerns across the state, both for state lawmakers and residents.

Some of Illinois’ top Democrats say they’re open to considering targeted changes to Illinois’ controversial SAFE-T Act.

Harlem School District leaders narrow down options for a consolidation plan after a nearly two-hour-long meeting Wednesday night.

SOUTH BELOIT, Ill. (WIFR) - With less than two weeks in the position, South Beloit’s recently appointed fire chief is ...

Rockford police say officers in the area of 28th Street and 12th Avenue noticed a suspicious person, later identified as ...

Rockford police ask drivers to avoid the area East State Street near S. Newtowne Drive following a crash involving two ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A 35-year-old man is sentenced to 210 years in prison for multiple sex crimes involving a child.

ROCHELLE, Ill. (WIFR) - The City of Rochelle announces it will install new pickleball courts on the south side of town.

WIFR FastCast headlines - Fire chief resigns, possible SAFE-T Act changes and a stranded dog is rescued ...