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Families observe White Pelican migration during Rockton’s Pelican Fest
ROCTON, Ill. (WIFR) - Rockton’s Pelican Fest celebrates its fourth annual year viewing the American White Pelican migration. On Saturday, hundreds of birdwatchers and their families flock in downtown Rockton and the Nygren Wetland Preserve to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day. “This is actually the fourth year of the...
Overdose deaths in Rockford have decreased, according to health officials
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Winnebago County health officials said they are encouraged by data showing a downward trend in overdose deaths. “People are becoming more vigilant, they are talking about it,” said Community Care Coordinator Ciceli Mclin. The opioid epidemic continues to plague communities across the country, new data, however, shows efforts to curb overdose […]
Area Dunkin’ Donuts, police hold Special Olympics fundraiser
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - People grabbing their morning coffee may have seen a strange sight Friday morning. From 5 a.m. to noon, police officers across the state hopped on top Dunkin’ Donuts to raise funds for the Illinois Special Olympics. In its total 21 years of running, the Dunkin’s Cop on a Rooftop event has collected over $8.7 million to benefit Special Olympics athletes.
What is Rockford doing to reduce violent crime? Find out at ‘Public Safety Town Hall’
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara announced a new round of “Public Safety Town Hall” events, where residents can learn what the City is doing to reduce violent crime. McNamara, Rockford Police Chief Carla Redd, and Jennifer Caccipaglia, of the Mayor’s Office of Domestic and Community Violence Prevention, will take part in the […]
Investigation: Roscoe officer fired fatal shots after almost being crushed, believed suspect had gun
After reviewing an independent investigation into the shooting of a South Beloit carjacker who deliberately drove into a Roscoe police car, Rock County District Attorney David J. O’Leary has determined that Roscoe Police Sgt. Robert Lewis "acted in self-defense..." when he fired at Ray Castro "in order to protect the lives of the citizens and officers endangered by Castro’s life-threatening behavior. It is the conclusion of the Rock County District Attorney that Ray Castro was shot as a direct result of his own actions.... After reviewing the reports [PDF], the body camera and squad video, and photographs of the incident and the witness statements" from the March 16, 2024 police chase, O'Leary says he found "no basis" to prosecute Sgt. Lewis over the shooting. The report of the Wisconsin Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) was released Friday, May 17, 2024.
Busy weekend in downtown Rockford kicks off summer 2024
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — With City Market, Screw City Block Party and live music, downtown is the place to be this weekend as summer 2024 kicks off. City Market started on May 17th and lasts through September 27th this year. The Market reoccurs every Friday and features local growers and vendors who sell handmade products. […]
Rockford Art Deli hosts block party for their shop dog’s birthday, brings back free print day
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford Art Deli hosted a mini block party for their shop dog’s, Pepper, birthday on May 18th. In addition to the block party, they also brought back Free Print Day. People who brought in a plain T-shirt could get a Bluey-themed picture of Pepper printed on it for free. There were […]
State highlights: track titles for Guilford's Zariah Burnett and West Carroll's Emma Randecker
Saturday was a big day for the sprinters and jumpers of the Rockford area to show off. The nine locals and two area relay teams that made it all the way to Saturday's IHSA girls state track and field finals got the spotlight, and most of them stepped up their game. The NIC-10 even...
Orangeville completes comeback win over Lena-Winslow to secure 1A softball regional championship
ORANGEVILLE, Ill. (WTVO/WQRF) — Postseason softball is in full swing. A big crowd turned out in Orangeville Friday night for a class 1A regional championship game between Lena-Winslow and Orangeville-Aquin. The Panthers went up 3-0 in the third inning, but Orangeville rallied to win 4-3. Lena-Winslow finished the season at 12-12 overall. Orangeville will face […]
Cambridge baseball scores split in doubleheader against Pecatonica
The Cambridge baseball team split a doubleheader against Pecatonica, the No. 7th ranked team in Division 5, on Saturday, May 18 at Pecatonica High School. In the first game, Pecatonica scored twice in the bottom of the sixth inning to earn a 4-2 win. Carson Kurschner hit a sacrifice bunt to score Jameson Johnson for the go-ahead run. Also in the inning, Lukas Rue hit an RBI single to score Trevor Doescher. ...
On the market: This Freeport home has more than 4,500 square feet of living space
Address: 1669 Barberry Circle, Freeport Property description: This four-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home with more than 4,500 square feet of living space was originally built in 1997 and was renovated in 2019, including a new roof and open concept design. The home also has dual HVAC systems. The full basement has walk-out access. The home has an attached, two-car garage and features ENERGY STAR qualified doors, granite countertops, a deck, screened porch, firepit, four fireplaces, hardwood flooring and first-floor...
Freeport students promote positivity through Chalk the Walk initiative
FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) - Sixth graders in Freeport honor National Prevention Week with “Positive Possibilities” messages. On Wednesday, dozens of students were called outside to chalk cheerful notes on the Carl Sandburg Middle School sidewalks, 1717 W. Eby Street. The FHN event is designed to spread awareness on...
Letter: Our world is filled with many faiths, and there is much to learn from them
Don Woolery and Dr. Tim Durkee have responded to my response. I'll be brief in reply, and we can all go on with our lives. These gentlemen believe that there is an objective truth, that it is contained in a particular teaching about Jesus, and that they know it. ...
25 students finish law enforcement training at Blackhawk Tech
JANESVILLE — Blackhawk Technical College on Friday recognized 25 students who completed training through the college’s Law Enforcement Recruit Academy. This was the 92nd class to graduate from the academy, which provides the basic law enforcement training required to become a law enforcement officer in Wisconsin. “If you put in the work, there’s nothing more satisfying than doing this job right. When you help people, and they express their appreciation,...
Winnebago dominates its own 1A track and field sectional
WINNEBAGO, Ill. (WTVO/WQRF) — Winnebago dominated its own 1A boys’ track and field sectional Friday night coming up big in the sprints, the sprint relays, the distance events and in the long jump. For highlights watch the media player above. Following are the team scores and a list of the event winners. TEAM RESULTS (1A […]
One Wisconsin Attorney's misconduct ‘in a league of its own’
Homicide cases make for a great Hollywood drama — a scroll through TV listings of popular legal-related dramas will attest to that. But in real life, private details about a client should not be share...
New breakfast and brunch restaurant opening soon in the Rockford area
A new breakfast and brunch restaurant called Egg One Five Brunch Bar is coming this summer to Pecatonica. The restaurant will be new to the community, but not the co-owner. Ryan Stedman, who owned The 3rd Street Station in Pecatonica before selling it in July, is starting the business venture for two reasons.
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