A Winnebago County resident suspected of hantavirus after cleaning a home with rodent droppings has tested negative.

Rockford plans to sell $103 million in bonds to finance a Hard Rock hotel and conference center. The expansion is expected to create 100 permanent jobs and generate millions in new revenue. Hard Rock ...

Heidi Dettman, chief academic officer of Rockford Public Schools, has died at age 45 after a battle with colon cancer. Dettman was a dedicated educator who rose from teacher to a top leadership role ...

A 25-year-old man died after a motorcycle and pickup truck collided in Rockford. Police are investigating the May 16 crash.

As playoffs begin, check out our top 10 power rankings for Rockford-area softball teams, leading with North Boone.

Residents of Cherry Valley are invited to share their ideas for the village's future during a public open house, according to a community announcement. The event is scheduled for 3:30 to 6 p.m. May 21 ...

John T. Gregory, 40, was found guilty of first-degree murder in the 2023 killing of Antwinette Paschal, 26, in Rockford.

As the 2025-2026 school year, and thus the spring sports season, winds down, it's time once again for you to choose from ...

Harlem and Hononegah battled for the late-season NIC-10 lead on Friday and again on Monday, May 18, 2026, in Rockton. Harlem ...

The IRONMAN 70.3 Rockford event will not be centered in Davis Park this year due to ongoing construction. Event activities, including the athlete village and transition area, are being relocated to ...

Advocates are calling for the General Assembly to pass the POWER Act to regulate data centers before the legislative session ...

Video: Hononegah takes control with 2-0 win over Belvidere North ...