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Who has the best tamales in Rockford? Here's who won the crown at Tamale Fest

September 10, 2022 @ 9:24 pm

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The Taco Shop 815 earned the crown for the best tamales in...

Rockford florist who spread acts of kindness, brought personal touch to business...

September 9, 2022 @ 2:54 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — A floral design, interior decorating and event planning shop that sprouted from...

Does your guinea pig need a spa day? This new Rockford shop has you covered

September 9, 2022 @ 7:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — A new boutique store at Edgebrook Shops puts a big focus on...

Does your guinea pig need a spa day? This new Rockford shop has you covered

September 9, 2022 @ 7:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — A new boutique store at Edgebrook Shops puts a big focus on...

$5.5M rebuild of Charles Street in Rockford includes 'much safer' new multiuse p...

September 9, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Work to rebuild a more than half-mile stretch of Charles Street complete...

New shoe shop moves into former Fred VanVleet store in downtown Rockford

September 8, 2022 @ 11:26 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — A new shoe and streetwear store downtown carries more than 20 different...

Cycling, tamales, Oktoberfest, bubbles and more ... here are 8 things to do in t...

September 8, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Looking for something to do in the Rockford area this weekend? There’s...

Cycling, tamales, Oktoberfest and bubbles ... here are 8 things to do in the Roc...

September 8, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Looking for something to do in the Rockford area this weekend? There’s...

'We have to start sooner': Ready to learn kits aim to help Rockford children get...

September 7, 2022 @ 1:13 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — A new partnership aims to provide families and young children the resources...

Hard Rock gets state OK to start construction of casino resort in Rockford

September 7, 2022 @ 8:35 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Hard Rock Casino Rockford has received state approval to begin the first...

Explore dreams and nightmares in this art show that 'brings the audience through...

September 7, 2022 @ 6:05 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — An imaginative new outdoor art production invites viewers to explore the world...

Rockford police and fire chiefs remember 9/11; both will participate in event be...

September 7, 2022 @ 6:00 am

Rockford Police Chief Carla Redd and Rockford Fire Department Chief Michele Pankow join Steve Summers on This Week in the Stateline to talk about...

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Rockford police and fire chiefs remember 9/11; both will participate in event benefitting first-resp...

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Rockford police and fire chiefs remember 9/11; both will participate in event be...

September 7, 2022 @ 6:00 am

Rockford Police Chief Carla Redd and Rockford Fire Department Chief Michele Pankow join Steve Summers on This Week in the Stateline to talk about...

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'I dreamed of these doughnuts': Edwards Apple Orchard is 'an experience' for del...

September 7, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app POPLAR GROVE — When Rockford-born Harlow Kedzie moved to Tampa, Florida, she often found...

Stateline Fast Pitch, a 'premiere' event for entrepreneurs, to return to Rockfor...

September 6, 2022 @ 12:47 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — A competition that gives local inventors and entrepreneurs a chance to pitch...

Coming soon: 4 new businesses set to open (and 2 changing locations) in the Rock...

September 6, 2022 @ 11:25 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Coming soon signs have been popping up around the city the last...

Natural light and Napoli's pizza: New Loves Park slot spot has a different feel

September 1, 2022 @ 1:03 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app LOVES PARK — Pam Manning watched the progress being made on renovations to the...

Subway to move into former Taco John's in south Rockford

September 1, 2022 @ 7:37 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Subway is moving out of Alpine Plaza and into the former Taco...

What the 'F' is wrong with the Rockford sign? Here's what's being done to fix it

September 1, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Rockford has an effed up problem. Or to put it more plainly,...

What's there to do in the Rockford area on Labor Day weekend? Here are 11 ideas

September 1, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our newsletter ROCKFORD — Stop laboring and start relaxing because a three-day weekend is nearly here. We’ve...

335 people from 63 countries become new U.S. citizens in largest naturalization ...

August 31, 2022 @ 3:27 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our newsletter ROCKFORD — People from 63 different countries became U.S. citizens on Wednesday during the largest...

A new food truck in Loves Park combines award-winning BBQ with THC

August 31, 2022 @ 1:35 pm

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app LOVES PARK — Little Nick’s BBQ is bringing you food on the go with...

Rockford man blends art and baking to make custom cakes for people and pets

August 31, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Michael Ramos combines his passion for art and desserts in his at-home...

Rockford man blends art and baking to make custom cakes for people and pets

August 31, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Michael Ramos combines his passion for art and desserts in his at-home...

'I just kept going': How Glory Bound Rescue Ranch became a voice for voiceless a...

August 30, 2022 @ 2:07 pm

By Chelsea Meyer Rock River Current Get our mobile app MARENGO — Jennifer Finkelman says she has Ripley to thank for the evolution of...

YMCA hires new executive to run downtown Rockford branch

August 29, 2022 @ 10:15 am

From news release Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The YMCA of Rock River Valley has hired Rachel Robinson as executive...

Third generation family-owned company moving into former Rockford Products site

August 29, 2022 @ 9:06 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — A third generation family-owned company is moving into the former Rockford Products...

Evolve Dance Co. moves into new space at Edgebrook in Rockford

August 27, 2022 @ 4:10 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Evolve Dance Co. celebrated the start of a new chapter on Saturday...

Photos: Opening weekend at Edwards Apple Orchard in Poplar Grove

August 27, 2022 @ 1:29 pm

Apple orchards across the Rockford region opened for business this weekend. We stopped by Edwards Apple Orchard, 7061 Centerville Road in Poplar Grove, on...

New Gymnastic Academy of Rockford owner envisions growth, inclusion

August 27, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Katelynn Landis initially saw her first job at Gymnastic Academy of Rockford...

Associated Bank to close Rockton Avenue branch in Rockford

August 26, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Associated Bank plans to close its Rockton Avenue branch later this year...

The final mural of this summer's CRE8IV initiative sets a different tone than th...

August 25, 2022 @ 6:40 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROSCOE — The 12th and final mural of this summer’s CRE8IV: transformational Art initiative...

Roscoe-based roofing and siding company lands on America's Fastest Growing Compa...

August 25, 2022 @ 12:58 pm

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROSCOE — Roscoe-based Martin Exteriors has landed on Inc. 5000’s America’s Fastest Growing Companies...

What is there to do in the Rockford area this weekend? Here are 11 ideas

August 25, 2022 @ 6:30 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The final weekend in August is filled with things to do in...

Chuck E. Cheese, a home for birthday celebrations in Rockford for 34 years, gets...

August 24, 2022 @ 7:13 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Chuck E. Cheese has revamped its Rockford entertainment center with new games,...

Twisted Crypt Haunted House in Rockford announces opening day for 2022 season

August 24, 2022 @ 10:52 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Twisted Crypt Haunted House will bring its scares back to Rockford for...

Get ready to Rage! Roller derby returns to Rockford for first time since 2019

August 23, 2022 @ 11:53 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Zabs Avery lives in Rockford thanks to a full-contact sport and a...

With future of Pec Playhouse in limbo, sisters tout theater's value to downtown ...

August 23, 2022 @ 7:30 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app PECATONICA — A grassroots group of arts supporters is working to showcase the value...

Free groceries available in Rockford at Summer Family Markets

August 22, 2022 @ 12:35 pm

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Families with children younger than 18 are encouraged to shop for free...

Gas prices in Rockford drop for the 10th week straight

August 22, 2022 @ 12:04 pm

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Gas prices across the city have dropped for a 10th straight week,...

Northern Illinois Food Bank celebrates 'incredible generosity' in reaching 1 mil...

August 22, 2022 @ 11:11 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Northern Illinois Food Bank is celebrating receiving its millionth gift. The nonprofit organization...

'There's going to be lots of Baked Wings': New Loves Park restaurant has big exp...

August 19, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app LOVES PARK — A business that was born out of the pandemic as a...

'There's going to be lots of Baked Wings': New Loves Park restaurant has big exp...

August 19, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app LOVES PARK — A business that was born out of the pandemic as a...

Podcast: McNamara talks about big wins on 815 Day and latest City Council moves

August 19, 2022 @ 6:00 am

Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara joins Steve Summers on This Week in the Stateline to talk about several big wins for the city on 815...

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Podcast: McNamara talks about big wins on 815 Day and latest City Council moves

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$50K in healthy snacks delivered to Rockford schools and other organizations

August 18, 2022 @ 3:15 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our newsletter ROCKFORD — Tamir Bell returned to his old middle school on Thursday with boxes of...

What is there to do in the Rockford area this weekend? Here are 10 ideas

August 18, 2022 @ 2:45 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our newsletter ROCKFORD — Summer is winding down in the Rockford area, but there are still plenty...

Photos: Opening day at the 2022 Winnebago County Fair

August 18, 2022 @ 1:50 am

The Winnebago County Fair kicked off its five-day run on Wednesday at the fairgrounds, 50 W. First St. in Pecatonica. The fair runs from...

Dairy queen: Winnebago County Fair queen has shown cows since she was 1

August 18, 2022 @ 12:57 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app PECATONICA — If you get the chance to meet this year’s Winnebago County Fair...

Rockford to host largest community college volleyball tournament in the country

August 17, 2022 @ 3:21 pm

From news release Rock River Current Get our newsletter ROCKFORD — Hundreds of athletes and visitors will fill the UW Health Sports Factory in...

Rockford woman warns others after falling prey to Facebook scam, losing cash

August 17, 2022 @ 12:53 pm

By Chelsea Meyer B103 Rockford Rock River Current newsletter ROCKFORD — Scams on Facebook have been common lately, not just nationally but right here...

Tom & Jerry's to open fourth Rockford-area restaurant, first in Loves Park

August 17, 2022 @ 8:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app LOVES PARK — Tom & Jerry’s is bringing its gyros, Italian beef sandwiches, Angus...

RMTD to replace aging diesel buses with new electric or hybrid vehicles

August 16, 2022 @ 12:15 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our newsletter ROCKFORD — The Rockford Mass Transit District will replace some of its aging diesel fleet...

Rockford wants the next season of 'A League of Their Own' filmed here

August 16, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The stars of a new show centered on the Rockford Peaches could...

Boone County Fair records second-best attendance ever

August 15, 2022 @ 1:48 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our newsletter ROCKFORD — This year’s Boone County Fair wrapped up its six-day run with the second-best...

Podcast: McNamara talks about Ukrainian teens visit, razing the Lorden building ...

August 15, 2022 @ 1:16 pm

Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara joins Steve Summers on This Week in the Stateline to talk about the future of Davis Park, the 11-day visit...

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Podcast: McNamara talks about Ukrainian teens visit, razing the Lorden building and more

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Rockford gas prices dip for ninth straight week

August 15, 2022 @ 12:38 pm

Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Gasoline prices in the city have fallen for a ninth straight week, and now average...

Forest City Church, Providence Baptist Church partner to build two Rockford Habi...

August 15, 2022 @ 12:08 pm

From news release Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Two churches here are partnering to help two families achieve the dream...

'A day of incredible celebration and community pride': Rockford celebrates 815 D...

August 15, 2022 @ 10:07 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The city’s official kick-off to Rockford Day didn’t miss an opportunity to...

'A day of incredible celebration and community pride': Rockford celebrates 815 D...

August 15, 2022 @ 10:07 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The city’s official kick-off to Rockford Day didn’t miss an opportunity to...

Baseball Hall of Famer Andre Dawson to be at Rockford Community Bank on Saturday

August 12, 2022 @ 1:21 pm

By Chelsea Meyer Rock River Current Get our newsletter ROCKFORD — Baseball Hall of Famer Andre Dawson will be at Rockford Community Bank on...

Bird electric scooters land in Machesney Park on Monday

August 12, 2022 @ 11:23 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our newsletter MACHESNEY PARK — You will soon be able to zip around the village on an...

Crimson Ridge says it will close its retail space, return to roots as a flower s...

August 12, 2022 @ 8:01 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Crimson Ridge announced this morning that it would close its upstairs retail...

What is there to do in the Rockford area this weekend? Here are 10 ideas

August 11, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — There’s plenty to do in the region this weekend, from the annual...

Learn Prohibition history with a glass of wine at Midway Village Museum in Rockf...

August 10, 2022 @ 1:08 pm

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Have you ever wanted to learn about Prohibition history while under the...

Winnebago County CASA hosting first CASA Royale fundraising gala

August 10, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Chelsea Meyer Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Going through the juvenile court system can be a scary thing, especially...

Photos: Opening day at the Boone County Fair

August 10, 2022 @ 1:20 am

The Boone County Fair kicked off its six-day run on Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022, at the fairgrounds at 8791 Illinois Route 76. The opening...

Boone County Fair Queen Pageant delivers a first in 14 years

August 10, 2022 @ 12:55 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app BELVIDERE — This year’s Boone County Fair Queen Pageant delivered a scenario that hadn’t...

Bites of Beloit returns to showcase 'all the great flavors Beloit has to offer'

August 9, 2022 @ 1:18 pm

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app BELOIT — Bites of Beloit restaurant week returns Sept. 6-11 with six different restaurants...

Golden Gloves champ from Rockford to return to the ring for Rockford Boxing Clas...

August 9, 2022 @ 12:14 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our newsletter ROCKFORD — National Golden Gloves champion and former world-ranked boxer Angel Martinez is set to...

Rockford Public Schools to host hiring event. Some positions offer $3K signing b...

August 9, 2022 @ 9:15 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Rockford Public Schools will host another hiring event this month to fill...

Momma Palooza invites all Rockford-area parents to 9th annual event

August 9, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The ninth annual Momma Palooza is taking place Aug. 20 with vendors,...

City moves ahead with plans to demo Lorden building in Davis Park

August 8, 2022 @ 8:26 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Members of a City Council committee moved plans forward Monday to tear...

LADIWORKZ, a resource for entrepreneurs of all kinds, moves to new spot in Loves...

August 8, 2022 @ 7:00 am

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app LOVES PARK — When you work with Brandi Morris you can get exposure to...

Feeling spaced out? Cure your boredom with stellar movie night hosted by Miracle...

August 8, 2022 @ 6:00 am

By Mary Sisk Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Miracle Mile Rockford is set to host an outer space-themed movie night...

'Flowy,' 'friendly' new freestyle mountain bike course opens at Alpine Hills in ...

August 6, 2022 @ 12:15 pm

By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The first twists down the city’s newest freestyle mountain bike course are...