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Monroe on The Morning X

March 25, 2022 @ 10:36 am

Thanks to Monroe for getting up early and coming in today. They’re opening tonight’s Powerman 5000 show at The Apollo Theater. Click HERE to...

Local Rockford Tattoo Shop Needs Help

March 3, 2020 @ 11:05 am

Image by Osvaldo Medina from Pixabay In December we told you about the grand opening of 6 Finger Tattoo, the first female owned tattoo shop in Rockford,...

New Laws in Illinois That Aren't Weed-Related

January 2, 2020 @ 8:20 am

Alright, we’re well aware that recreational cannabis is now legal in the State of Illinois. That’s been the big one on everyone’s mind leading...

Pet Photos With Santa

November 19, 2019 @ 3:21 pm

At CherryVale Mall on Monday November 25th....

Largest Rockford IceHogs Hockey Fight Caught on Camera [VIDEO]

November 15, 2019 @ 9:06 am

The largest Rockford IceHogs hockey fight that ever broke out at The BMO Harris Bank Center was caught on camera....

Rockford Police Dealing with Storm Drain Grate Thieves

November 13, 2019 @ 9:05 am

According to WTVO, A number of storm drain grates have gone missing in Rockford. Now detectives in the Rockford Police Department are looking...

Winnebago and Boone County Warming Centers 2019-2020

November 8, 2019 @ 6:59 am

With temperatures dropping, Winnebago and Boone County have released a list of warming centers to help keep the Stateline warm for the 2019-2020....

The Wall That Heals will Stop in Belvidere in May

November 5, 2019 @ 7:08 am

Honoring Vietnam Veterans, The Wall That Heals will make a stop in Belvidere in May of 2020....

XCursion 9 Tickets: Zachary's Fight

November 4, 2019 @ 12:08 pm

An anonymous listener is giving up their chance on XCursion 9 to help a local boy, Zachary....

Rockton MMA Fighter TKO's opponent in UFC 244

November 4, 2019 @ 11:03 am

Will this mean that Corey ‘Overtime’ Anderson’s time for a title shot is finally here?...

The Giving Trees

October 24, 2019 @ 5:41 pm

Anytime is a good time to be in the Forest City...

YouthBuild Rockford Is On The Run!

October 22, 2019 @ 2:00 pm

And you can join them…...

Trick or Treating in The Stateline

October 17, 2019 @ 12:29 pm

Here is a list of towns in Northern Illinois and their designated Halloween ‘Trick or Treat’ times:...

It'll Be A Long Cold Winter For Stateline Homeless

October 15, 2019 @ 12:06 pm

Here’s how you can directly help....

How Did Bloody Gulch Road in Dixon Get It's Name, Anyway?

October 15, 2019 @ 8:02 am

The creepy legend on how Bloody Gulch Road in Dixon, IL got it’s name involves a pocket watch, a murder and the Bible....

Rockford's Midtown is Booming!

October 10, 2019 @ 11:59 am

Another part of town is making a big comeback....

Rockford Musicians Lend Help to Sick Friend

September 30, 2019 @ 10:50 am

One of Rockford’s well known lead singers, Timothy Bourbon, is battling cancer. The local music community is putting together a concert to help with...

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....

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...

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....

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...

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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...

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...

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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....

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....

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AAF Immediately Suspend Operations; Canceling End Of Season

April 4, 2019 @ 4:40 am

Less than one season into Alliance of American Football’s existence with only eight weeks of games, league owner Tom Dundon has decided to suspend...

8 New Stateline Restaurants to Try In 2019

February 28, 2019 @ 10:14 am

As Chris Farley would say, ‘lay off me, I’m starving!” These 8 restaurants either just opened, or are coming to a town near you...

'Zombie Deer' Run Wild in Winnebago and Boone Counties

February 14, 2019 @ 5:42 am

According to the CDC, we now have to watch out for Zombie Deer. For the love of everything holy, don’t eat it either....

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Cleveland Cavaliers Defeat Chicago Bulls 104-101 Breaking 6 Game Losing Streak

January 28, 2019 @ 4:54 am

The Cleveland Cavaliers ended a six-game losing streak, rallying to beat the Chicago Bulls 104-101 on Sunday. Jordan Clarkson and Alec Burks each scored...

8 New Illinois Laws You Should Know Heading Into 2019

December 12, 2018 @ 7:19 am

If you are a nursing mother, an employee, a parent, divorced, or drive in Illinois, you should be aware of the law changes coming...

The Morning X Chats with Local Author Gary Hill

September 10, 2018 @ 12:55 pm

Lori and Kev sat down with local author, Gary Hill....

2018 Mason Frickman Memorial Ride & Family Festival!

July 31, 2018 @ 11:58 am

Help Easterseals Academy this Saturday, reach their goal of raising funds to build a new student playground!...

New Restaurant Open in Downtown Rockford

July 25, 2018 @ 9:00 am

Calling all sushi, ramen and poke bowl lovers, Omakase is now open in downtown Rockford!...

X Real Rock Fest Captured by YOU! [PHOTOS]

July 17, 2018 @ 12:35 pm

On July 15, 2018, X Real Rock Fest welcomed Genotype, Vyces, Wayland, Powerman 500, Fozzy and 10 Years to The Apollo Theatre in Belvidere....

5 Planets Visible in Stateline Sky

July 17, 2018 @ 6:59 am

Keep your eyes to the skies in the evening, you can see Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn and Venus!...

Rockton Police Department "Dance For Donuts" [VIDEO]

July 16, 2018 @ 5:52 am

The latest social media trend highlights officers’ lip syncing and dance moves....

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You Can Hold Kangaroos in Rockford on Tuesday

July 12, 2018 @ 9:45 am

A trip to a local grocery store will end with you snuggling a furry, real life, kangaroo. OMG!...

Loves Park Family Rescue Baby Ducks From Sewer [VIDEOS]

July 9, 2018 @ 6:13 am

Jason and Crystal Carmen, along with their girls, rescued baby ducks from a sewer drain at Target in Machesney Park....

Giant Shopping Cart Spotted on I-39 [VIDEO]

July 2, 2018 @ 6:30 am

A shopping cart, monstrous in size, was spotted cruising down I-39....

Oregon Native's Film "Unconditional" Streaming on Amazon

June 28, 2018 @ 11:57 am

Braden Barton, from Oregon, wrote and directed a feature-length film called Unconditional that is now streaming on Amazon....

Beloit Guitar Shop Robbed, Needs Your Help

June 20, 2018 @ 6:07 am

Paradise Guitars, on Inman Parkway in Beloit, Wisconsin, was robbed Tuesday early morning. ...

Local Heroes Rescue Elderly Man From Flooding Car [VIDEO]

June 19, 2018 @ 5:30 am

This video will restore your faith in humanity. Mark Pickett and Ryan Craig are heroes....

Cast Your Vote For Rockford's City Flag

June 15, 2018 @ 9:47 am

Rockford is finally getting it’s own flag, but first, you need to cast your vote on which flag you like the best....

Rock N' Roll Institute Coming to Rockford

June 14, 2018 @ 10:59 am

Child or Adult, it doesn’t matter. Let your musician flag fly at The Rock N’ Roll Institute, coming to Rockford!...

Documentary Filmed in Rockford on Hulu

June 8, 2018 @ 5:57 am

Minding the Gap is a story of two skateboarders who run into unexpected challenges and are forced to grow up....

How to Celebrate The Rockford Peaches This Weekend

May 31, 2018 @ 6:33 am

It’s the 75th Anniversary of the Rockford Peaches and Rockford is celebrating in a BIG way!...

Auburn High School For Sale [LISTING]

May 24, 2018 @ 6:40 am

The Class of 2018 has pulled an epic prank, by listing Auburn High School on Craigslist for sale....

Rockford's East High School Plays LimeBike Prank

May 22, 2018 @ 6:47 am

If you are looking for a LimeBike, East High School’s parking lot is full of them....