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Chicago Cubs Part Ways With Manager Joe Maddon After Five Seasons

September 30, 2019 @ 4:55 am

The Chicago Cubs and manager Joe Maddon are parting ways, team president Theo Epstein and Maddon announced together on Sunday. Maddon, 65, led the...

IceHogs Hosting Family Event This Saturday

September 26, 2019 @ 10:21 am

The Rockford IceHogs are hosting a family friendly, event packed watch party to cheer on the Chicago Blackhawks this weekend....

Indoor City Market Now Open!

September 26, 2019 @ 6:56 am

Outdoor City Market is wrapping up, but indoor City Market is just getting started!...

Katie's Cup Adds Concert Series Dates

September 25, 2019 @ 12:52 pm

Katie’s Cup has added concert series dates! They are happening on Thursdays and Saturdays. The cool thing is, no cover. Katie’s just asks that...

Who Rescued Who? A Love Story With Eight Paws

September 24, 2019 @ 1:20 pm

Hi there! It’s me again, Superfan Stacey. Here today to tell you about a great place to look for that special furry friend. PAWS...

Bun E. Carlos & Rick Nielsen May Disagree on Casino

September 24, 2019 @ 12:58 pm

Former Cheap Trick drummer Bun E. Carlos took a bit of a shot at Rick Nielsen in a Facebook post Monday night. Bun offered the choice of...

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Movie B'n Filmed in Rockford Is Looking For You!

September 24, 2019 @ 7:27 am

Ever wanted to be in a movie?...

Stroll on State Looking For Volunteers

September 23, 2019 @ 7:18 am

The 7th Annual Stroll on State is just under 75 days away and the Rockford Area Visitors and Convention Bureau is now accepting applications...

Alligator Found in Machesney Park [PHOTO]

September 23, 2019 @ 6:41 am

Can someone please explain to me why there was an alligator in Machesney Park?...

Rockford's airport earns top distinction!

September 19, 2019 @ 3:20 pm

Rockford International Airport is soaring to new heights! (I would like to immediately like to apologize for the proceeding pun…)...

5 THINGS TO DO FOR FREE IN MADISON THIS WEEKEND

September 19, 2019 @ 12:50 pm

Hi There! It’s me, Superfan Stacey with another travel tip. How would you like to take a trip to Madison, WI this weekend for...

Volunteers Needed for Lockwood Park Pumpkin Fest

September 19, 2019 @ 10:47 am

Lockwood Park Pumpkin Fest needs some help. They are looking for volunteers to help run the fest from October 12-14. If you want to...

Dog Haus Biergarten Closes

September 18, 2019 @ 10:29 am

Dog Haus Biergarten is no more. They announced the “difficult decision” to close their Walton St. location on Tuesday. They offer hoofing it to...

Smokey Bones: A BBQ Lover's New Hangout in the 815!!

September 18, 2019 @ 9:11 am

Lori from “The Morning X” on 104.9 The X and “Average” JoePitt from 95.3 The Bull were invited to try out the AMAZING BBQ...

The Postal Shoppe is B'n Awesome By Stopping Scammers!

September 13, 2019 @ 8:27 am

The Postal Shoppe is always looking out for their customers....

Free Homecoming Dresses in Rockford

September 10, 2019 @ 7:56 am

Local students in need are invited to pick out free homecoming dresses at Becca’s Closet, a ministry of Rockford Area Lutheran Ministries....

Tour 8 Founding Member Gravesites in Roscoe This Weekend

September 9, 2019 @ 8:07 am

If roaming cemeteries are your thing, this is made for you....

Discovery Center Museum is FREE to Grandparents on September 8th

September 5, 2019 @ 9:38 am

National Grandparent’s Day is Sunday, September 8th and the Discovery Center Museum is offering a great way to celebrate!...

North 2nd Street in Rockford Will Close For Bicycle Riders in September

August 28, 2019 @ 12:48 pm

Cycle on 2nd, a recreational, non-competitive community bicycle ride, returns September 8, 2019....

3 Stateline Cities Named Safest in Illinois

August 28, 2019 @ 6:50 am

A new report lists the safest cities in Illinois. Three popular cities in the Stateline have been named in the Top 100!...

11 Things You Never Thought You'd See on The Rock River

August 19, 2019 @ 1:33 pm

The Rock River Anything That Floats Raft Race was a sight to see on The Rock River Sunday....

ALL of the Deals You Can Score on 815 Day

August 12, 2019 @ 10:36 am

815 Day is August 15th in Rockford, and it’s time to celebrate our city!...

Stuff The Bus Early Drop Off Locations

August 9, 2019 @ 9:40 am

This year, Stuff the Bus 2019 will be at two McDonald’s Locations on August 13....

Anna's Pizza & Pasta in Winnebago Closing After 24 Years

August 7, 2019 @ 6:41 am

While it was a difficult decision, it’s one we all would make. Family trumps everything....

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DeKalb Corn Fest Bringing Free Music, and Corn, to Barb City

August 6, 2019 @ 10:45 am

The DeKalb Corn Fest brings free music for the 42nd year in downtown DeKalb and we’d love to see you there....

7 Things to Do at The Rock River Anything That Floats Race

August 5, 2019 @ 12:16 pm

The Rock River Anything That Floats Race is August 18th. There is plenty to do on that day, other than watching the rafts....

Music Festival in Loves Park to Help End Veteran Suicide

July 29, 2019 @ 10:14 am

Rock2Stop22 brings a day of music with the goal of bringing awareness to and ending veteran suicide....

Michael Myers Coming to Stateline Haunted House

July 29, 2019 @ 8:25 am

Tony Moran, who plays Michael Myers in the 1978 horror classic, “HALLOWEEN,” starring aside Jaime Lee Curtis will be at Haunted Haven in Rock...

Rockford Dog Park Gets Lights Thanks to Donation

July 26, 2019 @ 1:34 pm

For the first time ever, Canine Corners Dog Park at Searls Park will be shown in an entirely new light....

RAMP is Looking For Volunteers!

July 24, 2019 @ 8:31 am

RAMP is a local non-profit organization that provides services and advocacy that assist individuals with disabilities to live as independently as possible....

Mike Rowe Features Rochelle Restaurant in New Video

July 23, 2019 @ 6:52 am

Mike Rowe, famously from television show ‘Dirty Jobs’ featured Rochelle’s The Kitchen Table Restaurant on ‘Returning The Favor.’...

Gianni Russo from The Godfather Movies in Rockford on Sunday

July 19, 2019 @ 12:23 pm

The 3rd Annual Solo Italiano event is happening THIS Sunday from 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. at Franchesco’s Ristorante and you can meet Gianni...

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Rockford Radio Personalities Ringing Bells for The Salvation Army

July 18, 2019 @ 9:35 am

The Salvation Army of Winnebago County will have their red kettle bells out for “Christmas in July” this year, and you’ll see some familiar...

Heat Wave 2019 Cooling Centers

July 18, 2019 @ 6:11 am

Don’t be that guy who says “It’s going to be a hot one…stay cool” and can’t recommend where friends and neighbors who actually need...

31-Year-Old in Harvard Looking for Kidney

July 16, 2019 @ 10:36 am

Could you be the one to save Rachel Schultz’s life?...

Winnebago County Animal Services Needs Adopters

July 16, 2019 @ 10:20 am

View this post on Instagram A post shared by WinnebagoCountyAnimalServices (@wcasanimals) If you have an empty lap or are looking for a walking companion,...

Janesville Couple Married By Busch Beer

July 9, 2019 @ 7:51 am

Abbi and Andrew, from Janesville, WI, were the couple chosen by Busch Beer to get married by the iconic beer brand....

14 Stateline Splash Pads to Keep You Cool This Summer

July 9, 2019 @ 6:30 am

On another hot, humid summer day, I stumbled upon a crowd of kids – and some adults – having the time of their lives...

Get Free Burgers for A Year With a Tattoo in Beloit

July 2, 2019 @ 7:07 am

View this post on Instagram We’ll be closed on Sunday for Easter. Bring in your family tonight and tomorrow and celebrate! A...

Hey Photographers, Winnebago Area Chamber of Commerce is Looking For You!

July 1, 2019 @ 10:27 am

You don’t have to be professional to enter the contest, just take an awesome photo of what you think represents the Winnebago area the...

Here's What You'll See at Heartland Farmers Market in Rockford

July 1, 2019 @ 9:59 am

Friday afternoons, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Heartland Farmers Market offer’s fresh fruits, vegetables, essential oils and more!...

Brat Days 2019 - What You Need to Know

June 28, 2019 @ 1:53 pm

Join the Alpine Kiwanis for their Annual Brat Days, July 19th and 20th to raise funds for area youth for scholarships and for local...

22 Stateline Area Firework Shows You've Got to See in 2019

June 28, 2019 @ 1:32 pm

One of the best parts about 4th of July is snuggling up next to your loved ones and watching the light show in the...

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7 Pro-Athletes from The Stateline Area to Cheer For Besides Fred Van Vleet

June 14, 2019 @ 11:17 am

It’s Fred Van Vleet Mania right now, thanks to his big win with the Toronto Raptors. But did you know there are many other...

19 Things Every Rockford Kid Should Do Before School Starts

June 11, 2019 @ 9:29 am

This is your child’s summer bucket list....

Sneak Peek at the Art Coming to Downtown Rockford in May [PHOTOS]

April 24, 2019 @ 7:20 am

Rockford, we are in for a TREAT! Take a look at the incredible art that will be gracing the streets of downtown Rockford....

This Week in the Stateline

April 19, 2019 @ 3:24 pm

Each week Steve Summers sits down and chats with those living, working, and breathing life into the Stateline. From community leaders, politicians, veterans, and...

Rockford: Don't Beg Customers For Money, Do THIS Instead

April 4, 2019 @ 11:43 am

Happy Wok on 11th Street is giving me all the feels and I just can’t help myself....