Dekalb, IL

Where at: 160 N Mulford Rd/at strip mall on Mulford Rd. A robbery is being reported that happened today in Rockford. It happened at approximately 3:20 this afternoon, at 160 N Mulford Road, the Check n’ Go. There was a robbery a few weeks ago at the laundromat in...

AURORA, Ill. - An Aurora gang leader received a prison sentence of 55 years for a gun offense. Andres Ramirez, Jr., 48, was found guilty in May of armed violence, aggravated discharge of a firearm and unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon. Prosecutors stated that on March 19,...

A 30-year-old man was arrested after he allegedly sold a large amount of marijuana to undercover agents in McHenry County, state police said. Jesus J. Nunez-Garcia, 30, of the 1100 block of Ridgeway Avenue in Aurora, was charged with two counts of manufacturing or delivering cannabis, Class 1 and 3 felonies. A spokesperson for the […] The post Police arrest man accused of selling large amount of marijuana to undercover agents in McHenry County appeared first on Lake and McHenry County Scanner.

Just before noon on Friday June 24, Ogle County Deputies responded to Lindenwood in reference to a domestic disturbance that occurred on Thursday. After an investigation, Deputies arrested 23-year-old Jonathan Brown of Lindenwood for Aggravated Domestic Battery (Strangulation) and Aggravated Assault with a Firearm. Brown was transported to the Ogle...

On Friday evening of June 24, Ogle County Deputies, Lynn Scott Rock, and Rochelle Fire/EMS responded to the intersection of East Illinois Route 64 and North IL Route 251 for a two-vehicle accident with unknown injuries. After investigation, it was determined a Dodge Ram, driven by 44-year-old Ruslan Aldamov of...

YOU CAN NOT BELIEVE EVERYTHING THAT IS POSTED ONLINE. Recently several sources contacted us in regards to a post they saw on a local Facebook Page called Rockford Buy & Sell, in reference to a robbery/shooting,. Saying the incident was local. We have talked to the Rockford PD in regards...

BATAVIA TOWNSHIP, MI (WTVB) – Michigan State Police Troopers say they are investigating a report of a breaking and entering in the 300 block of West Chicago in Batavia Township that took place on Monday. The breaking and entering happened sometime between 6:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.. Troopers say...

On Wednesday, June 22, 2022, at approximately 4:30 a.m.,. Rockford Police officers responded to 2320 20th Street (Master Yates Inc.) in reference to an in- progress catalytic converter theft. Upon arrival, officers located the suspect, later identified as Christopher Gowin. Officers then located a truck with a partially cut catalytic...

Dennis Horton, of the Rockford Better Business Bureau, warns of scams you might encounter this summer. Rockford artists support Ukraine with ‘Art for Peace’ …. Gas prices in Rockford fall slightly ahead of 4th …. Study: Breast cancer spreads more rapidly overnight. Flu shot may give protection against...

Belvidere, Ill. (WIFR) - After a two year hiatus due to the pandemic, Belvidere’s Heritage Days is back and better than ever. The purpose of Heritage Days is to celebrate community and the rich history of Belvidere, and have a good time while doing so. Belvidere pride is on full display, at the annual Heritage Days.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Tuesday is Election Day in Illinois. The primary usually takes place in March, but it was pushed back this year to accommodate the delayed 2020 census data. One of the biggest races people will go to the polls for is to pick a Republican gubernatorial candidate, and the top two were […]

When Marshall Basler learned that Rochelle Township High School was looking to hire its next head athletic trainer, the former Hub student-athlete knew he couldn’t let the opportunity slide. Basler, who attended RTHS from 2009-2013 and played football for the Hubs, found out last month that longtime head athletic...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The Illinois state primary is on Tuesday, and redistricting has brought about changes for some voters. One local organization and election official spoke about the importance of getting out to vote. “From the voter’s perspective, the biggest problem will be knowing what district they are in,” said Claire McIntyre, co-president of […]

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Local artists are set to come together to offer support for those affected by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The Rockford Area Arts Council will host “Art for Peace: An Evening to Support Ukraine” on Wednesday at the University Club of Rockford, at 945 N Main Street. Pieces produced by local artists […]

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — At her home in Rockford, Illinois, Rita Davisson said the “one or two” mice she normally sees during the waning winter months “have turned into more like 10 or 15” in the last couple years, and scientists say the warmer weather might have something to do with it.

BYRON, Ill. (WTVO/WQRF)–Perhaps Kylia Edmonson was born to tumble. It sure seems that way. She’s only been at it for one year, and the Byron six-year-old is already a two-time national champion. Recently at the USTA Trampoline and Tumbling Nationals in Lakeland, Florida while competing in the sub-novice division, Edmonson won the Rod Floor and […]

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - According to the American Psychiatric Association, roughly one in eleven people will live with PTSD in their lifetime. On National Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Day, local leaders say there are avenues of support in the area, so no one has to fight the disorder alone. “I...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — There are several new referendums that voters might see on their ballot Tuesday. The Northwest Fire Protection District is asking for a new tax rate for emergency and rescue missions, as well as for new equipment. A “Yes” on the referendum would mean that taxpayers would pay about $33 more per […]

The U.S. reported over 665,000 new cases of coronavirus over the seven days ending June 26, bringing the total count to more than 85.6 million confirmed cases of COVID-19. There have been more than 1,005,000 COVID-19-related deaths — the highest death toll of any country. New cases continue to rise, albeit at a slowing rate. […]