Rockford Community Pulse

Donquez Ashford's six-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to two drug delivery counts illustrates Winnebago County's active narcotics...

ComEd's new high-voltage substation now energizes power for Walmart's 1.2 million-square-foot perishable foods distribution center in Belvidere, with...

Rockford-area companies report solid health, with 84% describing their business as good or somewhat good, yet faith in the local economy plunged to...

Rockford retail hiring is steady for customer-facing and operations roles.

• CubeSmart Store Operations Manager: Full-time, handling rentals,...

• Eligibility: Open to Winnebago County residents living outside Rockford city limits at 1965 Harlem Road, Loves Park.
• Weekday hours: Voting runs 9...

• Shooting reported at 1:40 a.m. Monday on 1400 block of Charles Street; Jaquaris Eubanks, 22, suffered multiple gunshot wounds.
• Eubanks pronounced...

Beef-A-Roo returns to Rockford as new owners start construction at 1680 N. Alpine Road, reviving a generations-old local brand. They are reconnecting...

Stay engaged with these key public meetings this month:

• Firefighter's Pension Fund Board meets 10/7 at 8:30 AM, City Hall 5th Floor
• Community...

Rockford residents can access free career guidance and local opportunities at the Housing Authority's Career Launch event on Oct. 7 from 1–3 p.m. at 223 S. Winnebago St. The event is open to the public.

City Council’s 9-2 approval of the Rockford Region Tourism Improvement District creates a 2% hotel-stay fee to generate dedicated marketing...

A late-night traffic stop turned confrontational when a passenger allegedly swung at an officer.

• Allegations: 27-year-old Deoveonna Thomas...

Winnebago County’s 2026 mugshot access balances transparency with privacy protections under the SAFE-T Act, limiting public release unless tied to...

The IceHogs used a free downtown block party to pack Rockford streets and build fan energy ahead of opening night.

• Free draws: Craft beer tasting,...

Rockford-area employers are actively seeking healthcare talent across skilled nursing, hospitals, and retail pharmacy settings.

• Therapy roles:...

• Auburn St & Harlem Blvd ranks as Illinois' #2 most feared junction for riders, behind only a Chicago spot, in a survey of 3,322 motorcyclists.
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A new ComEd substation in Belvidere now powers Walmart’s 1.2 million-square-foot perishable distribution center, set to open in 2027 with 450–700...

Rockford police responded Friday around 5 p.m. to a shooting near Andrews and Miriam, finding a 19-year-old with life-threatening wounds. He died at...

Rockford offers cyclists a mix of river views, forest preserves, and varied terrain across 14 routes.

• Rock River Trail: Moderate 59.5-mile loop with...

Rockford City Market features local vendors selling handmade products.

• Cheeses and baked goods for food lovers
• Fresh flowers and prepared food options
• Supports community makers with unique local items

The 815HORTS Film Festival grows to three days this November with partnerships from the Illinois Film Office, Sundance Institute and Tribeca,...