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The weekend brings Terry Bradshaw, Phantom Regiment and Belvidere Heritage Days, along with fundraisers, live music, art ...
Slobber, food flying everywhere, us panicking every time a buffalo stuck its head through our windows... it was hilarious.
The beloved Rockford restaurant, a community staple for more than 50 years, opened 'The Mercato', a new indoor marketplace built inside repurposed shipping containers and designed to run year-round.
Prepare for expanses of greenery and vibrant floral displays in Illinois' "City of Gardens," complete with outdoor thrills and ample recreation.
Your brain immediately begins rationalizing why it’s perfectly acceptable to sample multiple items in a single visit. The interior strikes that perfect balance between modern and cozy, with soft blue ...
The Jefferson Street Bridge in Rockford will be closed from 12 p.m. on Thursday to 1 a.m. on Saturday for the annual 4th of ...
Rep. Maurice West (D-67th District) announced over $10 million in state funding for the Rockford area, including $3 million ...
The River District will host its first-ever Lemonade Hop this Saturday, June 28th, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Attendees can sip on an ice-cold glass of lemonade as they stroll Downtown Rockford.
Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara delivered his eighth State of the City address, highlighting accomplishments and warning of potential federal program cuts. McNamara touted progress in public safety ...
Since 2017, property values in Rockford have climbed more than 50%, reaching their highest point ever, while the city’s property tax rate is now the lowest it’s been since 1984.
After 32 years, Rockford Fire Chief Michele Pankow will be changing uniforms soon. Pankow, who's led the department since 2021, was named Illinois State Fire Marshal by Governor JB Pritzker.
The inaugural IRONMAN 70.3 triathlon will be held in Rockford on Sunday, June 22nd, with road closures beginning prior to 4 a ...