The Illinois House of Representatives passes a bill that prohibits K-12 schools in the state from using a Native American ...

Brightpoint plans to fill a Rockford Mass Transit District bus with donations to help local families in need. The event is ...

The pleasant weather will continue into the weekend. Highs on Saturday jump to the mid-60s thanks to winds shifting to be out ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Beginning April 10, many roads will be partially closed for construction. April 10-11: Eastbound curb ...

NEW YORK (Gray News) - A helicopter has crashed in the Hudson River, according to the New York City Police Department. The police department reported Thursday afternoon on X that emergency crews are ...

The winner of the April 3 Lotto Million 1 claimed their prize at the Lottery prize center in Rockford. They matched all six numbers: 1-11-16-21-26.

DEKALB, Ill. (WIFR) - Northern Illinois University (NIU) has officially named Jacey Brooks as its new head coach of the women ...

WIFR News at 5. An update of today's local and national news headlines along with your First Alert forecast and local sports ...

Nearly halfway through its 10-year Delivering for America plan the United States Postal Service upgrades facilities, vehicles ...

Overnight, rain will start to tapper off toward the east after midnight. Winds will start to calm in addition, allowing some ...

(WIFR) - The Chainsmokers are set to perform at the Illinois State Fair’s grandstand stage. The Grammy award-winning duo, known for their fusion of pop, electronic, alternative and rock, will perform ...