The ‘Frozen’ movie comes to life at Sinnissippi Park for the 40th Annual Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition.

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ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — America’s highways can be a treasure trove of quirky roadside attractions. Things like the “world’s largest ball of string,” and others, continue to beckon curious travelers.

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Natural Land Institute’s Legacy Tree Program helped identify five Illinois State Champion trees after a two‑year search ...

Michele Pankow, current Rockford Fire Chief, will be the first woman in Illinois to serve as State Fire Marshal. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announced Pankow's appointment, which awaits Senate ...

Hard Rock Casino Rockford says it could unveil its future expansion plans in the next few months. Here's what we know so far.

An Illinois iLottery player is now a winner after his Lucky Day Lotto numbers hit a $1.1 million jackpot. According to a news release from the Illinois Lottery, the man claimed his winnings at the ...

ROCKFORD (WREX) — Gov. JB Pritzker announced Wednesday that he is nominating Rockford Fire Dept. Chief Michele Pankow to be the next Illinois State Fire Marshal. Pankow's nomination is pending state ...

Known for its affordability, accessibility, and revitalizing neighborhoods, Rockford is attracting buyers looking for value without sacrificing amenities. From January to June 2025, Rockford listings ...