Every city is famous for something. In fact, some places are famous for many things, even the Rockford area. From a bustling ...

Three men are accused of killing a 43-year-old man found dead outside his Illinois home, authorities say. The body of Ruben J ...

Shimere Shanklin, a formerly incarcerated woman, is opening a home in Rockford to provide stable housing and resources to other women reentering society after prison.

Fourth of July fireworks show is moving to a new location, and that means there are new best places downtown to watch the ...

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced nearly $20 million in funding for libraries across the state, ...

Live Free Illinois, alongside families, faith leaders, and community advocates, held a rally Wednesday to ask Congressman ...

All Rock River Valley Blood Center donor locations will be open July 3 and July 5, and walk-ins are welcome. There are three ...

For the second day in a row, drivers on Route 2 in Ogle County have to adjust their commute due to buckled pavement.

Mercyhealth has closed its Javon Bea Hospital-Rockton and filed for a temporary suspension of services, while some medical offices at the campus in Rockford remain open.

Fireworks take place downtown Rockford, Illinois.

ROCKFORD (WREX) — A talented performer from the 815 area is stepping onto the national stage in a role she's long dreamed of.

Services providers that help older adults live at home are raising an alarm amid federal funding uncertainty and showcasing ...