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Authorities warn of potential for ‘heavy' odor in northwest Chicago suburb
Authorities in a northwest Chicago suburb warned residents of the potential for a heavy odor in the area Wednesday, which could spread to other cities. The McHenry County Sheriff's office said crews from We Energies were working in the Richmond area and "advised they will be releasing natural gas while they are working."
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6-Year-Old Driving ATV Without Helmet While Visiting His Dad Dies After Crashing Into Tree
Tragedy struck a Texas family while visiting family in Illinois during spring break. Jason Alvarado, 6, reportedly died following an ATV crash on March 15, 2025, in Joliet . Jason was driving a REX110 ATV along with an 8-year-old passenger. The child lost control of the vehicle and hit a tree. Crews rushed him to an area hospital where he later died of his injuries . His 8-year-old passenger survived. Jason’s grandmother, Lucero Quezada, told WGN that the accident and subsequent loss of her grandson has broken her heart. “I’m very sad . I can’t believe he is not...
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‘You’re not Italian,’ Zammuto’s owner reflects on journey as shop reaches 100 years
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — March is Women’s History Month, and one local woman reflected on her journey to becoming a part of a historic Rockford business. Zina Horton has owned Zammuto’s Drive-In and Carry-Out for 18 years. Zammutos is located at 725 Kent Street and has been there since 1925. The Italian ice cream shop […]
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Rockford Area Pride introduces honorary grand marshals for 2025 parade
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The Rockford Area Pride Committee announced who will be its honorary grand marshals for the 2025 pride parade. Each honorary grand marshal represents one of the three themes: celebrate, remember, and unite. Celebrate: Auntie Heroine. Auntie Heroine, a drag performer from Rockford, is selected to represent...
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National Guard members killed in cartel ambush
EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – Five soldiers are dead and two injured by gunfire following a series of attacks by armed civilians late Sunday along the Jalisco-Michoacan border in western Mexico. Hijacking of vehicles that were set on fire along highways preceded the attacks. Local news reports attribute the violence to members of the […]
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New businesses to open soon in Machesney Park
MACHESNEY PARK, Ill. (WIFR) - Shoppers in Machesney Park will soon have more options, village leaders say. On Tuesday, the village announced Burch Dental, Tap 251 and a high-end car dealership have plans to open later this year. Burch Dental. Burch Dental will open a new location at 9721 N....
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Thunderstorms, strong winds and snow possible in the next 24 hours
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A few showers and thunderstorms come to the area this morning. Showers and thunderstorms possible this afternoon with some hitting strong/severe limits. Hail and damaging winds are the biggest concern. A few tornadoes can’t be ruled out, with a Wind Advisory possible tonight. Gusts up to...
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Fully engulfed car fire on Auburn St. put out before reaching nearby building
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - No injuries are reported after a car fire in the 3200 block of Auburn Street. Around 3 p.m. March 18, Rockford fire responded to a car fire outside Levels Clothing Store on Auburn Street. The fire was close to the building, and officials say they worked...
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Rockford family honors late woman and her unborn daughter through organ donation
Ashley Russell, a 31-year-old mother of one, passed away after suffering a seizure due to epilepsy, but her organs and tissues were donated, allowing research to continue and her family to feel better.
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Midwest Refrigerated Services Opens Distribution Center, Optimizing Lactalis’ Network
Midwest Refrigerated Services (MRS), Lactalis USA and Consolidated Construction Company cut the ribbon to officially open a 200,000-square foot distribution center in Belvidere, Illinois. The facility, owned and operated by MRS, will optimize Lactalis USA’s Midwest logistics network to meet its current and future growth by operating as a central...
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Suspect attempted to hide 28 grams of crack cocaine, had to be hospitalized: police
Rockford Police arrested a suspected crack cocaine dealer, Montell Montgomery, 39, who attempted to conceal the drugs upon his arrival at the police station, resulting in his hospitalization and multiple charges.
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Rockford firefighters expand their laundromat business with third location
ROCKFORD — A laundromat business owned by three Rockford firefighters is expanding with its third location in less than five years. 5 Alarm Coin Laundry will open April 1 at 290 N. Mulford Road, which is next to Sticky Rice Bites in the shopping complex with Valli Produce, Oscar’s Pub & Grill and Ollie’s Bargain Outlet. The owners spent roughly a year making extensive renovations to a shuttered laundromat space and the next door former Subway, knocking down a dividing wall and overhauling everything from the underground water and sewer to the HVAC system, floors and installing all new equipment.
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New opportunities ahead for Crystal Lake, the clear leader for business
Crystal Lake is a thriving community located in Chicago’s Northwest suburbs with a population of 40,000 residents - making it one of the largest communities in McHenry County. From local cuisine and shops to a distance of only 35 miles from O’Hare International Airport, Crystal Lake holds the perfect mix of regional and local influence.
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New Chipotle restaurant planned for East State Street and Arnold Avenue in Rockford
ROCKFORD — A new Chipotle restaurant with a drive-thru pickup window is planned for the southwest corner of East State Street and Arnold Avenue, in front of the State Street Square retail center that includes Flow and other businesses. Real estate developer First Midwest Group has requested a special-use...