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Beefaroo opens new Rockford restaurant, its ninth in Illinois

December 20, 2022 @ 2:23 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Beefaroo has opened its eighth location in the Rockford area and ninth...

Festival of Lights braces for winter storm, which could shutter display and hamp...

December 20, 2022 @ 12:11 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The volunteer team behind Festival of Lights is bracing itself for this...

Radio recap: Festival of Lights braces for winter storm

December 20, 2022 @ 11:37 am

Ted O’Donnell, co-chairperson of the Festival of Lights, joins Matt and Chelsea on B103’s Morning Routine to talk about how severe weather may affect the...

Radio recap: Festival of Lights braces for wi...

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Downtown Rockford gets new electric vehicle charging stations

December 20, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Two electric vehicle charging stations have been installed near the Embassy Suites...

'Positive and exciting': Rockford named among 9 underrated real-life winter wond...

December 20, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The All Aglow holiday display at Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens, protected natural...

Rockford gas prices drop to lowest level since start of the year

December 19, 2022 @ 2:14 pm

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Gas prices in the city declined for the sixth consecutive week, dropping...

Mondelez agrees to sell gum business, including Loves Park plant, to maker of Me...

December 19, 2022 @ 12:33 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app LOVES PARK — Mondelēz International has agreed to sell its developed-market gum business, including...

Mondelez agrees to sell gum business, including Loves Park plant, to maker of Me...

December 19, 2022 @ 12:33 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app LOVES PARK — Mondelēz International has agreed to sell its developed-market gum business, including...

Rock Valley and Crusader launch scholarships for students pursuing high-demand h...

December 19, 2022 @ 11:42 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Rock Valley College and Crusader Community Health have announced new annual scholarships...

Bounces to shed ounces: Trampoline fitness trend comes to Rockford area

December 19, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app CHERRY VALLEY — Michelle Young dims the lights before the evening class begins at...

Dancing with the Rockford Stars sets records for fundraising for Family Counseli...

December 19, 2022 @ 4:20 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The annual Dancing with the Rockford Stars event set records this year...

Golden Apple Foundation of Rockford names 20 finalists for annual awards

December 15, 2022 @ 12:47 pm

From news release Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The Golden Apple Foundation of Rockford on Thursday released the names of...

See Santa, Snømarket, go skating and more: Here are 12 things to do in the Rock...

December 15, 2022 @ 9:25 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Want some holiday-themed plans this weekend? There’s plenty to do in the...

New CollabLab aims to embed culture of collaboration across Rockford region's no...

December 15, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The region’s latest effort to tackle the social challenges our community faces...

Crimson Ridge in Rockford to close flower shop, too and end operations after mor...

December 14, 2022 @ 4:22 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — After announcing in August that it would shut down its retail operations,...

Mercyhealth employees pay it forward by giving their holiday feasts to Rock Rive...

December 14, 2022 @ 3:53 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Dozens of Mercyhealth employees opted to pay their holiday gift from the...

See Santa, Snømarket, go skating and more: Here are 12 things to do in the Rock...

December 14, 2022 @ 9:25 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Want some holiday-themed plans this weekend? There’s plenty to do in the...

See Santa, Snømarket, go skating and more: Here are 12 things to do in the Rock...

December 14, 2022 @ 9:25 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Want some holiday-themed plans this weekend? There’s plenty to do in the...

Harlem High School grad returns home to open own optometry practice

December 13, 2022 @ 5:38 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app LOVES PARK — Dr. Jennifer Dungan says the birth of her older son was...

OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center in Rockford packs 30K meals for Kids Around the...

December 13, 2022 @ 3:41 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony Medical Center employees set out to pack 30,000...

Nik's Wish hires first-ever employee, a milestone in the Rockford nonprofit's gr...

December 13, 2022 @ 10:27 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The Nikolas Ritschel Foundation has hired Tammy English to serve as its...

Rockford University presents honorary doctorate degree to outgoing president Eri...

December 13, 2022 @ 10:00 am

From news release Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Former Rockford University President Eric Fulcomer was recognized with an honorary doctoral...

'Fair food on steroids': TNT Funnel Cakes in Rockford offers breakfast menu and ...

December 13, 2022 @ 6:05 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Ashley and Tony Washington knew they needed something to set them apart...

This business makes sparks fly: Meet Rockford's new permanent jewelry vendor

December 13, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Katie Thompson has faced a few misconceptions about her new permanent jewelry...

Gas prices decline in Rockford for the fifth consecutive week

December 12, 2022 @ 11:21 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Gas prices in the city have dropped an average of more than...

Podcast: McNamara discusses new Civilian Oversight Board, capital plan and gun-s...

December 10, 2022 @ 6:00 am

Mayor Tom McNamara joins Steve Summers on This Week in the Stateline to recap news around the city of Rockford this week. The discussion...

Podcast: McNamara discusses new Civilian Over...

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From plowing progress to city costs, here's what to know about snow removal in R...

December 9, 2022 @ 6:00 am

City of Rockford snow plows filled with salt are parked at City Yards on Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022, on South Central Avenue in Rockford....

'It makes the Christmas story come alive': Machesney Park Church holds 10th annu...

December 9, 2022 @ 6:00 am

Rock River Current Get our mobile app MACHESNEY PARK — Riverside Community Church will bring the story of Christmas to life this weekend with...

'It makes the Christmas story come alive': Ma...

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'A blessing in a season of need': Rockford nonprofit delivers super Christmas to...

December 7, 2022 @ 7:39 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — It’s a Christmas tradition for kids to get gifts from a man...

Breakfast with Santa, luminaria and more: Here 12 things to do in the Rockford a...

December 7, 2022 @ 6:01 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The holidays are in full swing in the Rock River Valley, with...

Breakfast with Santa, luminaria and more: Here 12 things to do in the Rockford a...

December 7, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The holidays are in full swing in the Rock River Valley, with...

'Uplift your routine': New bungee fitness facility in Rockton to host grand open...

December 7, 2022 @ 5:55 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKTON — Need something to spice up your workout routine? Uplift Bungee Fitness is...

'A little bit of everything': Rooted marks 1 year of bringing big-city boutique ...

December 6, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — When Elizabeth Schaer opened her shop in the North End neighborhood, she...

Gas prices drop again in Rockford, national average could be under $3 by Christm...

December 5, 2022 @ 12:32 pm

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Gas prices across the city have dropped an average of nearly 9...

'Investment in the students': Community Foundation of Northern Illinois to award...

December 1, 2022 @ 12:37 pm

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The Community Foundation of Northern Illinois plans to award more than $380,000...

United Way of Rock River Valley names new director of community impact

November 30, 2022 @ 1:59 pm

From news release Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — United Way of Rock River Valley has hired Cornell Bondurant to serve as its new...

Rockford receives perfect score for LGBTQ+ inclusion in annual index

November 30, 2022 @ 10:40 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — A civil rights organization that creates a benchmark for how well governments...

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Mother of man who was fatally shot in Freeport donates surveillance cameras to r...

November 30, 2022 @ 10:11 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app FREEPORT — The mother of a Freeport man who was fatally shot in the...

Christmas drag brunch, tree lighting, The Nutcracker and more: 14 things to do i...

November 30, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — As the holiday season commences so do the celebrations, and there are...

Cucina di Rosa in Rockford announces plans to close at year's end

November 29, 2022 @ 4:00 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — An Italian restaurant known for its sweet desserts is set to close...

Handmade hats and more hung to fence outside UW Health SwedishAmerican Hospital ...

November 29, 2022 @ 11:49 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Dozens of handmade hats, mittens, scarves and gloves were tied to the...

'Increasing opportunities': YWCA Northwestern Illinois in Rockford offers new we...

November 28, 2022 @ 12:51 pm

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — YWCA Northwestern Illinois has launched a new technology education program for marginalized...

'Dropping coast to coast': Rockford gas prices decline an average of 21 cents pe...

November 28, 2022 @ 12:29 pm

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Gas prices across the city dropped more than 21 cents per gallon...

Downtown Rockford turns 'magical' for 10th annual Stroll on State

November 27, 2022 @ 6:18 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Parade grand marshals Carol and Gerry Davies could tell Stroll on State would...

Downtown Rockford turns 'magical' for 10th annual Stroll on State

November 27, 2022 @ 6:18 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Parade grand marshals Carol and Gerry Davies could tell Stroll on State would...

Photos: 10th annual Stroll on State in downtown Rockford

November 27, 2022 @ 12:32 am

Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The 10th annual Stroll on State took over downtown Rockford on Saturday, and thousands of...

'Supporting someone's dream': Rockford-area businesses tout importance of shoppi...

November 25, 2022 @ 6:15 am

By Chelsea Meyer Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The busiest spending day of the year is here, and holiday shoppers have...

Podcast: The importance of buying local with Lauren V. Davis

November 25, 2022 @ 6:00 am

Lauren V. Davis, co-founder and president of Winnebago Buy Local, joins Matt and Chelsea on the B103 Morning Routine to talk about Small Business...

Podcast: The importance of buying local with ...

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Candy Cloud in Rockford launches franchise program, hopes to open next storefron...

November 25, 2022 @ 5:00 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Candy Cloud’s owners want their store to be a nationwide name, and...

The Last Call: Rockford official retires after nearly 4 decades in stripes

November 23, 2022 @ 10:30 am

By Paul Anthony Arco Special to the Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — It’s been a different kind of fall season...

11 things to do on Thanksgiving weekend in the Rockford area

November 23, 2022 @ 7:00 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The holiday season has begun and there’s plenty to do to celebrate...

For some Rockford-area neighborhoods, it's turkey time all year round

November 23, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Sydney Baldwin’s dogs typically scare off anything that moves through her yard,...

Athletico Physical Therapy marks 1 year in Machesney Park with Parks Chamber eve...

November 22, 2022 @ 7:26 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app MACHESNEY PARK — Athletico Physical Therapy marked one year in business in the village...

Lino's expands into Loves Park with unique curbside restaurant

November 21, 2022 @ 5:26 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app LOVES PARK — The look of Lino’s second location is a departure from the...

Schnucks recalls ground beef at Loves Park store

November 20, 2022 @ 7:59 pm

Rock River Current Get our newsletter Editor’s note: This story has been updated from its original version to correct the day the meat was...

Birth to Five early education initiative opens headquarters in Loves Park

November 18, 2022 @ 1:26 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app LOVES PARK — An effort is underway in Boone and Winnebago counties to study...

Rockford Park District kicks off its Winter Flurry. Here are key dates and activ...

November 18, 2022 @ 11:30 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The Rockford Park District has kicked off its annual Winter Flurry, a...

Geronimo Hospitality Group hires new general manager for Lucy's #7 Burger Bar in...

November 18, 2022 @ 8:53 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app BELOIT — One of Geronimo Hospitality Group’s many downtown Beloit businesses, Lucy’s #7 Burger...

Mosaic towers create colorful new 'landmarks' in Rockford's Coronado-Haskell nei...

November 17, 2022 @ 7:00 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — A new public art project featuring five mosaic towers were unveiled Thursday...

Rockford schools to start first unified sports teams for athletes with and witho...

November 17, 2022 @ 5:18 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — High school basketball in the city will be both competitive and inclusive...

UW Health donates $10K to YWCA Northwestern Illinois in Rockford

November 17, 2022 @ 12:52 pm

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — UW Health donated $10,000 to YWCA Northwestern Illinois to fund various community...

From Santa's arrival to holiday parades: Here are 15 things to do in the Rockfor...

November 17, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — This weekend offers plenty of opportunities to embrace the holiday season, from...

A massive spruce that grew too big to decorate will glow at Stroll on State for ...

November 15, 2022 @ 12:30 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Gerry and Carol Davies decorated the broad blue spruce in front of...

Weekly gas prices drop an average 12 cents per gallon in Rockford

November 14, 2022 @ 12:34 pm

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Gas prices in the city have fallen an average of about 12...

This art should sit well with you: New exhibit at Kortman Gallery in Rockford fe...

November 14, 2022 @ 11:52 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — A new group exhibition in the city reimagines an everyday object: a...

'Exciting festivities': Loves Park and Machesney Park prepare for 25th annual ho...

November 14, 2022 @ 11:00 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our newsletter LOVES PARK — Loves Park and Machesney Park plan to kick off holiday festivities this...

What does it take to setup the Festival of Lights? Here's a look at the small bu...

November 14, 2022 @ 7:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Volunteers are busy with the nearly monthlong process of setting Sinnissippi Park...

Rockford-area nonprofits show resilience after pandemic, remain 'optimistic' des...

November 11, 2022 @ 6:30 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our newsletter ROCKFORD — The majority of nonprofit organizations in the region have an optimistic financial outlook...