ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) -Red, white and blue fill the streets of Rockford as residents celebrate the 249th birthday of the ...

Every city is famous for something. In fact, some places are famous for many things, even the Rockford area. From a bustling ...

Today, we’re looking most closely at the Grand Illinois Trail and why you should add it to your cycling bucket list. Let’s dive in!

If you're looking for fireworks in Illinois this 4th of July, you're in the right place. Whether you're staying close to home ...

MOLINE — The Chicago-to-Moline passenger rail line appears to be back on track after the Illinois Department of Transportation told the Federal Railroad Administration it is proceeding with the ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Just before midnight Saturday, Illinois legislators passed a record-high $55.1 billion Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which includes funding for the long-gestating Rockford to ...

Illinois Army National Guard Soldiers disembark the airplane at the Illinois Air National Guard’s 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria, Ill., after returning home from deployment April 12, 2025.

Lagomarcino’s Confectionary in downtown Moline is putting the “sweet” in Sweet 16 by advancing in Makers Madness: The Coolest Thing Made in Illinois. The public can vote now through midnight ...

The Illinois Basketball Coaches Association announced its all-state teams for the 2024-25 boys basketball season. The IBCA selected first, second and third teams along with special mention in each ...

Last week: Def. Alleman 65-21; Lost to Rockford Auburn 72-67; Def. Quincy 68-53. Up next: vs. Pekin in Class 4A Moline Regional semifinal, Feb. 26. 25. West Aurora (20-8) Previous ranking: Not ranked ...

U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen, D-Moline, said freezing federal grants and loans has left northern Illinois communities in limbo.

Relationship to Illinois: I am 18 years old and a lifelong resident, born in Moline and currently living in Rock Island. My parents were also born and raised in this state.