The show is presented by the Rockford Park District as part of Rockford’s Fourth of July celebration. Admission is free.

Rockford’s main Fourth of July parade begins at 5 p.m. from 7th Street and travels west through downtown. It will feature ...

The sounds of chainsaws and generators roared through Rockton Friday after strong storms moved through the village, knocking ...

Showers and storms may continue overnight, with a low end severe threat through. It looks we’ll see plenty of dry time ...

The best way to stay in Rockford on July 4, 2026, but make it feel like July 4, 1776, is to head to Midway Village Museum.

Rockford kicked off Independence Day weekend Friday with an America 250 celebration in downtown Rockford. The free event ...

Two Freeport women face several drug charges after Stephenson County deputies found cocaine and an ecstasy pill. Illinois ...

One Rockford restaurant strikes the perfect balance between fine dining and mystique—an experience designed to turn your ...

WINNEBAGO, Ill. (WIFR) - The Village of Winnebago will celebrate Independence Day with its annual 4th of July Parade on Saturday, July 4. The parade begins at 10 a.m. from the Winnebago Middle School ...

Showers and storms likely this afternoon. Highs in the upper 80’s with heat index values 90 - 94 degrees. Showers and storms likely late tonight with low down to 71. Showers and thunderstorms possible ...

Illinois State Police arrest two suspects as part of a death investigation after human remains were found in Lake Mattoon.

Family and friends gathered inside the Winnebago County Coroner’s Office Thursday to honor former Coroner Elizabeth Sue ...