While violent crime in Rockford has declined for the third consecutive year, the city still ranks among the highest in Illinois for overall crime rates. Yet, many residents say they feel safe. “I ...

The long deteriorating relationship between Mercyhealth CEO Javon Bea and Rockford’s mayor took a highly public turn this week.

As the three-day weekend comes to a close and the gatherings come to an end, experts warn the public about a late summer surge in COVID-19.

Terrance Walker, 60, was arrested for allegedly attacking a pregnant woman with a knife at Alpine Inn in Rockford, Ill. on ...

The 22-year-old's mother said in a post that her son was "such a happy person, always joking, and he always wanted everyone to be happy and laugh." ...

Kenneth Sowells, 30, of Rockford, is charged with possession with intent to deliver cocaine, possession with intent to deliver cannabis, and four counts of possession with intent to deliver a ...

Either the defenses of Jefferson and East are really good this season, or the offenses of the two teams have some work to do over the next week.

The fall-like chill is back. Thursday’s cold front has put us right back where we were at the beginning of the week, leaving lows in the low 50s. This cooler start will pave the way ...

Wild was a bully in the opener, running over Forreston defenders, breaking eight tackles while rushing for 142 yards and a touchdown on 13 carries. He also had nine tackles, two for a loss, and was a ...

CHICAGO | Six former education officials from the Chicago area, including a former district superintendent and a Chicago Public Schools administrator, have been charged with corruption ...