That's how Rockford radio personality Steve Shannon has signed off his morning show on 97ZOK for decades. He could do so for the last time after 31 years March 24. The radio station posted a message ...

Residents from across the region went to the polls March 17 to cast ballots in the 2026 General Primary Election. Here are some images from the day.

Managing data centers has been a growing issue around the U.S. as states balance economic development with community concerns about pollution, water supply and energy prices.  Requiring data centers ...

Boone County Board Members have voted to censure one of their own and strip him of committee assignments. Here's what happened.

ROCKFORD, IL — Judge Erin Hannigan defeated Rockford School Board President Paul Carpenter in the March 17 Democratic primary for 17th Judicial Circuit Court judge. Voters who pulled a Democratic ...

Winnebago County Board member Paul Arena has won the March 17 primary election, defeating challenger Michelle Lewis, according to unofficial results. Lewis, 46, a Caledonia Republican, is challenged ...

She survived a heart attack at work in 2018. In 2026, she was named the Rockford area's Golden Apple Outstanding Principal.

The Forest Preserves of Winnebago County is launching its first youth golf league for ages 6–13, with practices starting in ...

The weekend brings the 52nd Annual Rockford RV, Camping & Travel Show, Rockford Rage Roller Derby, Chris Kattan, Mercy Me, ...

Black & Jones names four local students as winners of its inaugural 2026 skilled trades scholarship supporting automotive and ...

Rockford and IDOT will hold a March 24 open house on the South Alpine Road study, sharing updates and ways for the public to ...

Stratton won the election, but Rockford backed one of her opponents. Here are some key takeaways from the Illinois primary.