Despite the absence of snow this winter, organizers of the 39th Annual Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition have made enough snow for the contest to take place.

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 ranked No. 1 on Realtor.com's list of the Hottest Housing Markets in December, surpassing 300 other metro areas across the country.

Police agencies in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin, including Rockford, DeKalb, Beloit, and Janesville, issued policy statements on immigration enforcement to

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.

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

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

ROCKFORD, Ill. - An Illinois city has risen to the top of Realtor.com’s Hottest Housing Markets list. Rockford, Illinois, has taken the No. 1 spot, a first for the city. The December rankings saw Rockford overtaking Manchester, New Hampshire, which has dominated the list 31 times since 2017.

A new space that promotes physical and mental well-being among the Rockford community opened its doors Thursday.

The streets surrounding City Market could soon be home to some street art if the City is selected for a grant that focuses on using art to slow car traffic and increase pedestrian safety.

Redeemed Life Church in Rockford often gives away meals. The church even hosts a food bank inside. However, Thursday was a little different. The church expected around 9,000 “Factor” pre-made meals from the Northern Illinois Food Bank.