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Commuters face slick roads as several inches of snow expected in northern counties close to Wisconsin border
Bursts of snow early this morning lead to areas of very slick travel. The National Weather Service recommend drivers to be cautious if driving this morning, be prepared for sudden changes in visibility and to slow down.
Snow emergencies declared as snow blankets the stateline
(WIFR) - A winter storm warning is in effect until 4 p.m. Friday. Total accumulations in excess of six inches are expected in Winnebago, Boone, Ogle and McHenry Counties. Total accumulations of 3-8 inches for Stephenson, Jo Daviess and Carroll counties. Snow emergencies:. City of Rockford: A snow emergency is...
Boone County Board bans certain acts at Mexican rodeos over animal cruelty concerns
BOONE COUNTY, Ill. (WTVO) — Boone County Board Members have decided to ban multiple aspects of Mexican rodeos including horse tripping, citing concerns of animal cruelty. “It’s a passionate topic on both sides of the aisle,” said Boone County Board Vice-Chair Ryan Curry. “Those who want to protect the animals and those who want to […]
Clipper to bring accumulating wet snow during Friday morning’s commute
Thursday will be a textbook “calm before the storm” day as we await the arrival of Friday’s troubling Alberta clipper system. Skies remain mostly cloudy for much of the day, with high temperatures peaking in the low 40s. On the plus side, winds won’t be as much of an issue like they have been for the past 4-5 days.
'This is my 401(k)': Rockford-area man donates from massive bobblehead collection
A Boone County man is using his massive collection of bobbleheads to give back to the community. Darrell McFarlin owns almost 1,700 bobbleheads, each one displayed in his basement. Last month, he selected 30 of his unique souvenirs to be part of a raffle, raising $1,840 for the Rockford IceHogs...
Lack of contest races leads to low voter turnout across Rockford region
Just 12% of Rockford's voters found their way to the polls for Tuesday's primary election. Rockford Board of Elections Executive Director Jorge Paredes said the low turnout was anticipated. "The presidential races have already been decided," Paredes said, "and in the city of Rockford and Winnebago County, a lot of offices had no candidates...
Referendum to consolidate North Boone Fire Protection districts goes down in flames
Boone County residents overwhelmingly voted down a proposal to dissolve North Boone Fire Protection District No. 5 and consolidate it with District No. 3. A referendum failed Tuesday, with about 80% of the voters saying they preferred to keep the two districts. If the referendum had passed, District 5 residents would have paid more...
Boone County voters elect to keep their fire departments separate
BOONE COUNTY, Ill. (WTVO) — Boone County residents have rejected a plan that would have merged two North Boone Fire Protection Districts. A referendum on the Illinois Primary ballot asked if North Boone Fire Protection District 5 would be absorbed into District 3. At issue was the district’s ambulance services, which, if the referendum would […]
Heading to the polls today in the Rockford area? Here's what you need to know
It's election day in the Rock River Valley. Here's what you need to know. Polls are open throughout the Rockford area today from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. A list of polling places is available on election websites throughout the region. Election offices also are open today to assist voters with questions.
One person dead, one injured after two officers fire their weapons in IL-WI border pursuit
SOUTH BELOIT, Ill. (WMTV) - A man is dead, and a woman is injured following a traffic stop involving multiple police agencies in Illinois and eventually Wisconsin, officials said on Sunday. At about 9:10 a.m. Saturday, South Beloit Police Officer Paul Reed conducted a traffic stop at IL 251 north...
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