The Rockford Area Venues and Entertainment Authority is in negotiations to sell the IceHogs to the Chicago Blackhawks.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — From lost landmarks to cherished pastimes, Rockford holds a special place in the hearts of those who grew up in the Forest City. Here are 20 things people who spent the… ...

Initiative to help students succeed in Rockford Public Schools (WIFR) “We believe these brothers and sisters are the passion, are the right tool to solve the problem,” said Reed.

There were a lot of unknowns for Ridgeline’s girls lacrosse team heading into the 2025 season. After all, the Riverhawks graduated 2024 Herald Journal All-Valley Player of the Year and leading goal ...

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker makes re-election campaign stop in Rockford on June 26, 2025.

Hawkeye Harvest Food Bank will have volunteers on hand to collect cash donations starting at 6 p.m. Saturday, June 28, at the Newman Catholic baseball game.

Construction projects have taken over the streets of Rockford this summer, frustrating some local businesses and slowing foot traffic downtown.

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker highlighted how his administration has benefitted Rockford as he announced his bid for a third term during campaign stop.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WREX) — Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker paid a visit to Rockford Thursday with a big announcement, informing Illinois residents and leaders that he would be running for another ...

Vaccine hesitancy fueled by misinformation and pandemic mistrust threatens resurgence of preventable diseases. Measles vaccination rates among Rockford area school children have declined ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WREX) — Several local leaders gathered Thursday to discuss a major topic affecting all of us on a daily basis. The Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce hosted a panel discussion ...