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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 […]

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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 · 11h

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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.

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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 · 20h

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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.

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NYC Halal Eats draws crowds to Loves Park with grand opening spectacle

LOVES PARK — NYC Halal Eats celebrated its grand opening on Friday with a spectacle that included the owner standing on the rooftop to hype up a large crowd that lined up for free food. The New York City-style halal street food restaurant, 6390 E. Riverside Blvd., marked its...

Loves Park, IL · 12h

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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

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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.

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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 · 21h

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Wisconsin man arrested for 5th OWI, other charges following traffic stop

BELOIT, Wis. (WFRV) - One Wisconsin man is now in custody on several potential charges, including his 5th OWI offense following a traffic stop on Tuesday. According to a release from the Beloit Police Department, one man was stopped by police on Tuesday near the 1900 block of South Afton Road.

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Beloit Police, FBI investigating school threat

Beloit police identified a juvenile suspect during an FBI-assisted investigation into a social media post that threatened an unknown school, although authorities determined there was no credible threat.

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On the market: Rockford home is on a private, one-acre wooded lot

Address: 1625 Shiloh Road, Rockford Property description: This four-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom, two-story home built in 1982 on a private wooded one-acre lot has 3,444 square feet of living space. The updated kitchen has hickory cabinets, quartz counters, stainless-steel appliances and a gas cooktop with a pot filler. It overlooks the family room, which has a woodburning fireplace. The formal dining and living rooms have volume ceilings and hardwood floors. The primary bedroom has a walk-in closet that also features a second-floor laundry. The primary bathroom has a vanity with bamboo counters, a shower and hardwood floors. There are hardwood floors in the second, third and fourth bedrooms. The guest bathroom has a granite-topped vanity. The full, finished lower level has egress windows. The home has a new roof. There is a patio, hot tub, firepit and mature landscaping in the private back yard and an attached, two-car garage. The home also has a security system, attic storage, a wet bar and built-in bookcases. Asking price: $449,000 Listing agent: Vickie Krueger, Dickerson & Nieman Realtors, 815-243-0293 About this series Each week, we feature a unique property for sale in the area. Have a property you'd like to see featured? Email news@rrstar.com and

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Report of shooting victim in Rock County turns out to be swatting hoax

A reported shooting in the Town of Milton on Friday morning was determined to be a swatting hoax by the Rock County Sheriff's Office.

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Traffic over I-90 will be reduced to one lane Friday for Riverside Boulevard bridge repairs

Traffic over I-90 will be reduced to one lane on Friday as crews work to conduct repairs to the Riverside Boulevard bridge.

Winnebago County, IL · 1d

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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 · 11h

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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 · 19h

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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

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