If I had to describe Rockford in just three words, I'd say "Work In Progress". That's not a negative, nor a positive. It means there is always room for improvement, to fail, to grow, to change, and transform into an even more beautiful place. From what I've seen, we're trying. We really are.

Rockford might be best known for its industrial and manufacturing industry, having garnered the nickname "The Screw City." The community of nearly 150,000 residents, Illinois' fifth largest city ...

ALTOONA, Wis. (WEAU) - A third man is charged in connection with a homicide in Altoona. Charles Gary, 47-years-old of Rockford, Illinois, faces charges of concealment of a Homicide Death.

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

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WLS) -- Rockford may be just the fifth largest city in Illinois, but its housing market has been named the hottest in the nation. Their rankings put Rockford in the top spot ahead ...

Governors in 31 states ordered American flags to be raised to full-staff Monday in honor of the inauguration of President Donald Trump. Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker was

Pawn shop owners charged A family that owns several pawn shops throughout Central Illinois is being charged by the Illinois Attorney General for allegedly running an organized retail crime enterprise.

Rockford-area residents respond to new legislation that will align Illinois driving standards with the rest of the country.

Community members and lawmakers mourn the death of former 67th District Representative Charles “Chuck” Jefferson of Rockford.

Former Illinois State Representative Chuck Jefferson, who covered the city of Rockford and other Stateline-area communities, has died. Jefferson served the state's 67th District for 14 years. Prior, he served as campaign manager for Charles Box, Rockford's first black mayor, in the 1980s.

The Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum and Gardens is a must-visit destination for history buffs, architecture enthusiasts, and anyone who’s ever dreamed of living in a fairy tale cottage. Related: The Nostalgic 50s-Style Diner in Illinois that Will Have You Dancing the Twist

Step back in time and prepare to be charmed at the Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum and Gardens in Rockford, Illinois. This hidden gem is like a portal to another era, nestled right in the heart of the Prairie State!