Rockford’s unemployment rate saw one of the largest decreases in the state of Illinois, dropping from 5.9% in 2023 to 4.9% in 2024. According to the Illinois

Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara said a federal funding pause ordered by President Donald Trump has placed needed assistance programs and jobs at risk.

December unemployment rates varied across Illinois metros, with job growth in some areas and decreases in others.

A grant from the State of Illinois is helping East Moline attract more industrial development to the city. An email from the Quad Cities Chamber says East Moline has been awarded a $128,000 grant

MACHESNEY PARK, Ill. (WIFR) - A 32-year-old registered sex offender faces multiple charges after reportedly attacking a minor, according to the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Department.

Lunar New Year, the 51st annual Rockford Boat, Vacation and Fishing Show and Rockford Ale Fest, along with fundraisers, live music, comedy shows and more to the Rockford area. What: Comedian Anjelah Johnson-Reyes has guest starred on shows such as “Life and Beth,

Sherrard is ranked No. 8 in the Class 2A poll and looking to maintain its spot among the top teams in Illinois.

This includes elections for city council members and the race for the 13th ward position. Jeff Bailey is one of four candidates running for this seat. “I’m running because I’m a Rockfordian; born and raised in this community and I have a love for my community,

The Winnebago County Coroner’s Office identifies the 32-year-old pedestrian killed Friday in a hit-and-run crash on the Auburn Street Bridge.Martavion Howard of Rockford was found lying in the road around 7:45 p.

Rank School Total Points Previous 1. Kenwood (11) (22-1) 135 2 2. Quincy (2) (20-2) 118 1 3. Homewood-Flossmoor (1) (22-2) 108 7 4. Bolingbrook (22-3) 96 3 5. Hinsdale Central (21-2) 75 6 6. Marist (22-2) 65 NR 7. Lisle (Benet Academy) (20-4) 51 8 8. Waubonsie Valley (22-1) 48 4 9. Lincoln Park (21-3) 27 10 10. Rich Township (15-6) 23 5

A 32-year-old registered sex offender faces multiple charges following a report of an attack at a Machesney Park home.

Others receiving votes: 11, Lexington 22. 12, Yorkville Christian 13. 13, Casey-Westfield 12. 14, Dieterich 8. 15, Peoria Christian 4. 16, Bluford Webber 3. 17, Edinburg 3. 18, South Beloit 3. 19, Hinckley-Big Rock 1. 20, Princeville 1. 21, Chicago (Fenger) 1.