New rules governing who can use electric bikes and scooters, including where and how fast they go, will go into effect next ...

Winnebago County is expanding the Sugar River Alder Forest Preserve with 20 acres of newly protected woodland.

Rockford residents are invited to a ceremony at the Winnebago County Justice Center to mark 25 years since 9/11.

The Somnium immersive art experience returns to Rockford's Sinnissippi Park with a new show this Labor Day weekend.

Christmas at the Farm is moving to Klehm Arboretum and Botanic Garden in Rockford this November as Christmas at Klehm.

Bachrodt on State has closed its Rockford location. Staff and operations have moved to the Lou Bachrodt Auto Mall.

The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office announced the death of K-9 Zoro, a police dog who served the agency for nearly five ...

Go to our poll and vote on one of our nominees for Rockford Register Star Athlete of the Week for the week of Aug. 24-29 ...

Rock Valley College hosts a free lecture on the history of bagpipes and their cultural role in the Rockford area.

Boone County is accepting applications for a new public defender after Chief Judge Brendan A. Maher announced a vacancy ...

Winnebago County Jail received a 100% compliance rating during its annual Illinois Department of Corrections review.

Illinois Republicans hope to end the Democratic superminority by focusing on high taxes and recent ethics scandals.