Rockford-area residents respond to new legislation that will align Illinois driving standards with the rest of the country.

Thanks to firewalls, American Dog is mostly intact. However, they saw major damage to the basement that needs repairs before they can use the space again.

Comedian Kevin Hart is bringing his “Acting My Age” tour to Rockford’s Hard Rock Casino in June. Hart has been nominated for Emmy and Grammy awards over

Authorities have identified a woman killed in a fatal two-vehicle crash as Brandy Wheeler-Norris, 33, of Rockford. Wheeler-Norris was leaving a McDonalds on her way to a basketball game with her daughter,

Comedian and actor Kevin Hart will make a stop in the Forest City this summer during his “Acting My Age” standup comedy tour. Hart will perform on Saturday, June 21, at Hard Rock Live, the venue at Hard Rock Casino Rockford,

Michelle Jones, 56, of Rockford was hit by a vehicle just before 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 25 in the 200 block of N. Springfield Avenue. The driver who hit Jones drove away. First responders found her unresponsive and took her to a hospital to treat her for her injuries. Jones was pronounced dead at 7:36 p.m. that night.

The Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) announced Monday, Jan. 27 its 2025-2029 strategic plan was approved.

The Winnebago County Coroner's Office has identified Brandy Wheeler-Norris, 33, as the woman killed in an E. State Street crash on Saturday. The annual homeless count took place Monday and one Rockford woman reflected on her experience with those struggling.

A pedestrian killed in a fatal hit-and-run crash Saturday has been identified as Michelle Jones, 56, of Rockford. Jones was walking about 6:55 p.m. in the 200 block of N. Springfield Ave. Saturday when she was struck by a vehicle.

Deere & Co. unfairly forces farmers to visit authorized dealers to repair their equipment, resulting in higher prices than if they could fix it themselves or get help from independent shops, the Federal Trade Commission claims in a lawsuit.

Democrat Ali Abuihmoud will challenge Ald. Mark Bonne, D-14, in the Feb. 25 primary for Rockford City Council.

The Quad Cities Chamber held a legislative forum on Friday featuring Illinois state representatives and senators from the area.