City urged to take 'deep breath' before tearing down a piece of Rockford history

Although demolition has been delayed previously, no one has stepped forward to city officials and offered to save the ...

A handrail could cost Rockford taxpayers nearly $600K. Here's where the project stands

The handrail is intended to protect pedestrians on an elevated sidewalk that is nearly 5 feet above the street. ROCKFORD, IL ...

When's the best time to see fall colors in Illinois from Rockford to Carbondale

Here’s what the fall color timeline looks like across Illinois. If you live near Chicago, Rockford, or the Galena area, ...

Robot naming contest open at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center

Submit your robot name idea to OSF Saint Anthony by Oct. 22. Finalists will be voted on via Facebook Oct. 23–29.

Lena-Winslow, Aiden Wild want to use his 8-TD game as momentum headed into Du/Pec showdown

Following an 8-touchdown game, Lena-Winslow RB Aiden Wild is looking to stay hot and help his Panthers get past ...

Warren Elementary earns Blue Ribbon School distinction

Warren Elementary and Hiawatha Elementary both receive national Blue Ribbon honors for outstanding performance.

Lena-Winslow's RB Aiden Wild comes off 8 TD game, and is ready for more. See photos

Lena-Winslow's Aiden Wild has been running wild all over teams this season, especially last week when he rushed for 321 yards and eight TDs on Oct. 17, 2025, in Eastland. Lena-Winslow's Aiden Wild ...