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Former CherryVale Mall Staple Files for Bankruptcy

A former CherryVale Mall retailer has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, with some remaining Illinois stores potentially affected.

Rockford, IL · 2d

MyStateline.com WTVO WQRF

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Machesney Park man arrested for using red and blue flashing lights to mimic police

A 53-year-old Machesney Park man has been charged with impersonating a police officer after allegedly using red and blue flashing lights to attempt to stop a vehicle in Rockford.

Rockford, IL · 6h

Channel3000com News 3 Now

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Beloit man faces fifth-offense OWI charge

TOWN OF BELOIT, Wis. — A 61-year-old Beloit man faces a fifth-offense operating while intoxicated charge after a traffic stop Monday, Town of Beloit police said.

Beloit, WI · 2d

MyStateline.com WTVO WQRF

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Auburn High School identifies student killed in Rockford school bus crash

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Auburn High School officials have identified the student who died following a crash involving a school bus and a passenger vehicle Tuesday morning. In a letter sent to families, Auburn High School Principal Ryan Nachreiner and Principal Scott Lazar said 12th-grade student Eleanor “Norah” Sloatman died as a result of the […]

Rockford, IL · 1d

967 The Eagle

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Dairyhäus Is Bringing Back Its 12 Scoops of Christmas

My sweet tooth is already in trouble! Dairyhäus is bringing back its Twelve Scoops of Christmas advent calendar, and the flavors sound absolutely delicious.

Rockton, IL · 2d

MyStateline.com WTVO WQRF

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Rockford arson suspect captured after being on the run since January 2024

Tyreese Bondurant, 25, was arrested and booked into the Winnebago County Jail on Thursday night in connection with an October 2023 arson case in Rockford.

Rockford, IL · 14h

KFIL Radio

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World's Largest Drive-Thru Christmas Light Show Coming to Illinois

Illinois is getting a cosmic Christmas light show with gingerbread rockets, animated characters and over a million LED lights.

Orland Park, IL · 13h

967 The Eagle

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This Rockford Restaurant Just Earned Some Major Bragging Rights

You don't have to travel to Chicago for an impressive dining experience. One Rockford restaurant just earned a spot among Illinois' best.

Rockford, IL · 5h

rooferscoffeeshop.com

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ABC Supply announces Midwest region leadership transition

Joe Small to retire following accomplished career; Brad Messer named Midwest Region vice president. ABC Supply Co., Inc., the largest wholesale distributor of roofing, select exterior and interior building products and outdoor solutions in North America, has announced that Joe Small, Midwest Region vice president, will retire at the end of the year following a career spanning nearly 40 years in the building materials industry. Brad Messer has been appointed Midwest Region vice president and will assume the role on January 1, 2027.

Beloit, WI · 1d

MyStateline.com WTVO WQRF

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Rockford’s Plume named one of Illinois’ 50 best restaurants in statewide ranking

he "50 Best Restaurants in Illinois — 2026 Edition" list published by Travel With Me, a Chicago social media platform with about 1 million followers on Facebook alone.

Rockford, IL · 2d

967 The Eagle

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3+ Inches of Snow in Parts of N. Illinois on Friday the 13th

Some parts of northeastern Illinois could see accumulating snow Friday, but Rockford's forecast looks much different. Here's what to expect this weekend.

Rockford, IL · 1d

hoodline.com

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Rockford Teen Fired Gun That Jammed After Buying It for Friend for $700

A Rockford teenager was arrested Monday night after a shooting at a business in the 1000 block of 9th Street, according to the Rockford Police Department. Officers found a spent shell casing near the rear door and recovered a loaded AR-style pistol and ammunition inside the building, and the 18-year-old suspect later admitted he had fired the weapon himself to see if it worked.

Rockford, IL · 1d

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‘Wanted to have fun’: Rockford man accused of 100 mph police chase while drunk

A 20-year-old man named Raul Alfaro, Jr. was arrested following a high-speed police chase in Rockford that involved speeds exceeding 100 mph and charges of aggravated fleeing and driving under the influence.

Rockford, IL · 15h

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Rockford man convicted of animal torture for running over his dog with a truck

A Rockford man was convicted of animal torture and aggravated animal cruelty for running over his own dog with a truck and is scheduled to return to court on January 15, 2027.

Rockford, IL · 2d

Rockford Register Star

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Rockford event offers free I-PASS stickers

Rockford residents can pick up a free I-PASS sticker tag and learn about a program aimed at making toll-road travel more affordable at an I-PASS on Demand event Nov. 12. The event will run from 9 a.m. to noon at Rockford City Hall, 425 E. State St., according to a community announcement. The Illinois Tollway's expanded I-PASS Assist program is intended to make it easier for low-income households to get and maintain an I-PASS account, according to the announcement. Eligible households can open an account with as little as $4. People who attend the event can receive a free I-PASS sticker tag and learn more about I-PASS Assist and its benefits. The event is open to everyone. This story was produced by reporter Nida Tazeen, NTazeen@usatodayco.com , with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct . This article originally appeared on Rockford Register Star: Rockford event offers free I-PASS stickers

Rockford, IL · 2d

takingthekids.com

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This Illinois Liquidation Warehouse Is Packed With Bargains, And The Stock Keeps Changing

A brand-new Frigidaire dishwasher, a cart full of clothes, and a kid’s bike can all come home from the same warehouse trip. That wild mix is pretty normal at one no-frills discount shop in northern Illinois. The shelves here run from bed linens and air fryers to generators and...

Rockford, IL · 2d

Q985

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Rockford Drivers Beware of Auburn Road Tire Trouble

Navigating Auburn Road in Rockford has become a real-life obstacle course. Now, reports of blown tires are giving local drivers another reason to use caution.

Rockford, IL · 1d

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Chicago Rockford International Airport operations impacted by nationwide ground stop

The Federal Aviation Administration issued a nationwide ground stop on Friday due to communication problems at regional air traffic control centers, impacting operations at Chicago Rockford International Airport.

Rockford, IL · 9h

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Five Rockford Area Football Teams Are One Win From State Semis

The IHSA quarterfinals are here, with five area teams one victory away from the state semifinals. Find game times and opponents.

Rockford, IL · 13h