Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker makes re-election campaign stop in Rockford on June 26, 2025.

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker highlighted how his administration has benefitted Rockford as he announced his bid for a third term ...

Rockford University breaks ground on a new turf field on June 25, 2025.

Katherine Trotter, vice president for advancement at Rockford University, said the new field reflects the university's commitment to enhancing the student experience. The field will be used not only ...

Below are the top three Ice Cream spots in the Rockford area, as voted by readers 2024 What Rocks Community’s Choice Awards. Dariyhäus ice creams are crafted daily in downtown Rockton using the best ...

The weekend brings Terry Bradshaw, Phantom Regiment and Belvidere Heritage Days, along with fundraisers, live music, art ...

Some parents are hesitating to vaccinate children against the measles in the Rockford region. Here is what is behind the ...

Jaylen Rakowska, Lena-Winslow. Rakowska had an interception and returned a kickoff 75 yards for a touchdown in the last 50 seconds of the first half in Le-Win's 46-22 win over Du/Pec.

STILLMAN VALLEY — Blowouts were the name of the game during Friday's Big Northern Conference battles, with Stillman Valley's 48-7 crushing of North Boone one of the more telling.

Coal City gave the ball to Landin Benson 37 times. He never ran that far. But he always seemed to run far enough, grinding Boylan down in the second half for a 33-10 victory Saturday in the second ...