'History marching through downtown': Organizers prepare for first official Rockf... March 18, 2024 @ 7:01 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Andrew J. Mertzenich said this June 1 will be more than the... Read More
Patricia Lynott named Rockford University's 19th president after serving in inte... March 18, 2024 @ 2:16 pm Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Patricia Lynott has been named the new president of Rockford University after serving as the... Read More
Match Day places 50 Rockford medical students in future residency programs March 15, 2024 @ 4:46 pm Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Medical students at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford found out a piece... Read More
Lucky you: There's lots to do on St. Patrick's Day weekend in the Rockford area March 14, 2024 @ 6:00 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — It’s St. Patrick’s Day weekend and you’re in luck because there’s a... Read More
'Way more than just a casino': Hard Rock gives early look inside future Rockford... March 12, 2024 @ 8:28 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Inside the future Hard Rock Casino, a grand entryway that executives refer... Read More
Here are your 2024 Rockford Area Arts Awards winners March 11, 2024 @ 11:37 am From news release Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The Rockford Area Arts Council on Friday handed out a dozen awards... Read More
Here's what's set to fill the former Aldi grocery store on Auburn Street in Rock... March 8, 2024 @ 6:00 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Work is underway to open a new Dollar Tree at 3831 Auburn... Read More
Rockford mayor names interim public works director March 7, 2024 @ 2:32 pm Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — City Engineer Tim Hinkens will take over as the interim public works director on March... Read More
New Sattva Yoga Spa sets out to be a wellness escape in the heart of Rockford March 7, 2024 @ 6:00 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The entryway to the new Sattva Yoga Spa, 1615 N. Alpine Road,... Read More
Gas prices in Rockford jump to highest level in 5 months March 4, 2024 @ 2:06 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Gas prices in the city have jumped nearly 42 cents per gallon... Read More
Rockford airport saw a drop in cargo activity last year, but numbers are higher ... March 4, 2024 @ 10:40 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The Rockford airport reported a nearly 10% drop in its cargo numbers... Read More
First Rockford area home sale data of 2024 shows higher prices, more sales March 4, 2024 @ 9:28 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The region’s first home sale data of the year shows prices are... Read More
At Gymnastics Academy of Rockford, it doesn't have to be Feb. 29 to be Leap Day February 29, 2024 @ 6:00 am By Andrew Wright Special to the Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — When you enter the Gymnastics Academy of Rockford, a... Read More
PaleoFest, Hot Wheels monster trucks and more: 12 things to do this weekend in t... February 28, 2024 @ 6:00 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — PaleoFest, the annual celebration of the study of ancient life, is back... Read More
The Rock River Anything That Floats Race is returning to the Rockford region in ... February 27, 2024 @ 11:25 am News release Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The Rock River Raft Race NFP Steering Committee proudly announces that the 2024... Read More
Rockford artist Michelle Dorr has clients around the country hounding her for do... February 27, 2024 @ 6:00 am By Paul Anthony Arco Special to the Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — There are animal lovers, and then there’s Michelle... Read More
Rockford restaurants get relief, but not a fix, to spike in unemployment costs February 26, 2024 @ 12:00 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Local restaurants that were struck with a surge in unemployment insurance costs... Read More
Coronado to open for free showing of acrobatic Cirque Mechanics show in Rockford February 24, 2024 @ 8:15 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The historic Coronado Performing Arts Center will open its doors to thousands... Read More
Tickets to see comedian Shane Gillis at BMO Center in Rockford sold out within a... February 22, 2024 @ 11:00 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Tickets to see comedian Shane Gillis perform at the BMO Center this... Read More
Rockford police report drop in violent crime for second straight year February 21, 2024 @ 1:58 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Violent crime across the city fell for a second straight year, dropping... Read More
Comedian Shane Gillis coming to BMO Center in Rockford in June February 20, 2024 @ 5:14 pm Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Comedian Shane Gillis is coming to Rockford this summer and tickets go on sale this... Read More
Comedian Shane Gillis coming to BMO Center in Rockford in June February 20, 2024 @ 5:14 pm Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Comedian Shane Gillis is coming to Rockford this summer and tickets go on sale this... Read More
New Rockford shop offers eclectic mix of vintage furniture and home decor February 17, 2024 @ 6:00 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The first few steps into Nostalgic Dwelling, 4230 Charles St., feels like... Read More
Rockford Public Schools names 2024 Fine Arts Hall of Fame inductees February 15, 2024 @ 3:01 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Rockford Public Schools will honor four alumni this spring for their success... Read More
For the first time in years, Carlyle Brewing Co. beers are on tap outside of dow... February 15, 2024 @ 6:01 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — It’s been years since craft beer lovers could taste one of Carlyle... Read More
Winnebago County CASA plans to use Hard Rock gift to recruit much-needed volunte... February 14, 2024 @ 1:57 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Hard Rock Casino Rockford and its philanthropic arm Hard Rock Heals presented... Read More
Rockford Indie Bookstore Crawl growing beyond bookshelves in its second year February 14, 2024 @ 6:02 am Rockford Indie Bookstore Crawl returns Feb. 24 By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — In its second year, the... Read More
Rock Valley College to expand its electric vehicle courses February 13, 2024 @ 4:44 pm Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Rock Valley College has won a $425,000 state grant that will allow it to expand... Read More
Allegiant will add flights between Rockford and LA starting in June February 12, 2024 @ 11:07 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Allegiant will start flying from the Rockford airport to Los Angeles this... Read More
Allegiant will add flights between Rockford and LA starting in June February 12, 2024 @ 11:07 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Allegiant will start flying from the Rockford airport to Los Angeles this... Read More
Comprehensive Whitman and School streets rebuild includes multiuse paths, rounda... February 12, 2024 @ 6:00 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — One of the roughest stretches of roadway in the city is set... Read More
Big Timber Axe Throwing is moving to downtown Rockford February 8, 2024 @ 6:20 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Big Timber Axe Throwing is moving to downtown, where it will fill... Read More
Here are the first two businesses coming to the lots in front of Rockford Speedw... February 7, 2024 @ 6:00 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app LOVES PARK — The first two businesses coming to the former Rockford Speedway property... Read More
Rockford to honorarily rename street for John Briggs, the city's first Black hot... February 6, 2024 @ 6:00 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The city plans to rename a portion of Court Street in honor... Read More
Beef-a-Roo expands with shipping container restaurants, including one coming to ... February 5, 2024 @ 6:00 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app FREEPORT — The next Beef-a-Roo coming to the region will be a new carryout... Read More
Here's the retailer preparing to move into the former JoAnn Fabrics space in Roc... January 31, 2024 @ 10:19 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — One of the largest western and work wear retailers in the country... Read More
Rockford Park District to replace, upgrade 21-year-old accessible playground January 30, 2024 @ 6:28 pm Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The Rockford Park District will use a $600,000 state grant to replace a popular and... Read More
Rockford's new youth poet praised for vivid writing beyond her years January 29, 2024 @ 7:14 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Trinity Rucker said she found poetry to be a powerful coping mechanism... Read More
Rockford native Lloyd Sy's second run on 'Jeopardy!' has come to an end January 29, 2024 @ 5:10 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Lloyd Sy’s second run on “Jeopardy!” has come to an end. Sy... Read More
Meet the 101-year-old woman who will be the first guest at the future Hard Rock ... January 29, 2024 @ 2:41 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — A few months ago, 101-year-old Antoinette Lamia became the one millionth guest... Read More
Photos: 2024 Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition in Rockford January 29, 2024 @ 11:48 am Photos by Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Sinnissippi Park filled with snow-sculpted art on Saturday for the annual... Read More
Rockford native Lloyd Sy cruises to victory in 'Jeopardy!' Champions Wildcard ro... January 24, 2024 @ 5:14 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Lloyd Sy, an Auburn High School graduate who is now an assistant... Read More
'I just want to get healthy and enjoy life again': One of Rockford's greatest go... January 24, 2024 @ 10:55 am By Paul Anthony Arco Special to the Rock River Current Download our mobile app ROCKFORD — It was 15 years ago that Brad Benjamin... Read More
Rockford Region Restaurant Week returns to celebrate 'our amazing foodie scene' January 23, 2024 @ 10:52 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Rockford Region Restaurant Week returns Thursday for a fourth year, and this... Read More
'This country is built for dreams': New citizens celebrate long journey home at ... January 22, 2024 @ 4:11 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — On Sunday, Paula Ripkey grieved the eight-month anniversary of the killing of... Read More
How Rockford native Lloyd Sy prepared for his second stint on 'Jeopardy!' January 22, 2024 @ 6:00 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Lloyd Sy took a new approach to preparing to compete on “Jeopardy!”... Read More
Hard Rock gives glimpse inside future event venue as first bride and groom tour ... January 20, 2024 @ 7:02 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app See video inside the space here or embedded below. ROCKFORD — About a quarter... Read More
Fast-growing franchise called 'the Starbucks of bubble tea' set to open first Ro... January 18, 2024 @ 6:00 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — A fast-growing franchise that’s been called “the Starbucks of bubble tea” is... Read More
Midway Village Museum to celebrate 50 years of showcasing Rockford's history January 17, 2024 @ 5:40 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Rockford’s history museum will celebrate a historic milestone of its own this... Read More
Cheezy's looks to 'keep the momentum going' as it grows from food truck to sit-d... January 17, 2024 @ 6:05 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Last summer, Josh Wilson and Dustin DiBenedetto took their unique twist on... Read More
Discovery Center Museum names new director to succeed Sarah Wolf January 16, 2024 @ 10:40 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The Discovery Center Museum‘s board of directors has chosen a successor for... Read More
Photos: Winter storm brings several inches of snow to Rockford region January 12, 2024 @ 3:14 pm Photos by Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — A winter storm delivered several inches of thick snow on Friday... Read More
Visitors Bureau: Stroll on State drew more than 81K people to downtown Rockford ... January 11, 2024 @ 4:26 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Stroll on State, the city’s annual one-day festival to kickoff the holiday... Read More
8 ways Rockford will spend federal American Rescue Plan dollars in the next phas... January 10, 2024 @ 6:00 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The next use for federal post-pandemic stimulus money in the city will... Read More
Stone Eagle Tavern in Rockford to close after 15 years in business January 8, 2024 @ 2:30 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Stone Eagle Tavern, a locally owned restaurant that has proudly separated itself... Read More
Rockford gas prices fall for 8th-straight week, lowest cost since 2021 January 8, 2024 @ 2:05 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The average cost of a gallon of gas in the city has... Read More
Rosecrance to renovate its Griffin Williamson Campus to provide more space for a... January 8, 2024 @ 1:24 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Rosecrance is renovating its Griffin Williamson Campus to provide more beds for... Read More
Annual Hot Chocolate Crawl returns to Rockford's North End for third year January 8, 2024 @ 9:44 am Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The third annual Rockford North End Hot Chocolate Crawl returns later this month with cold... Read More
Rockford Police Department adds 5 officers as it works to fill 20 more open jobs January 5, 2024 @ 3:50 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The Rockford Police Department has added five officers to its ranks as... Read More
New Cardboard Classic in Rockford puts the spirit of the Rock River raft race on... January 5, 2024 @ 6:00 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — A new event coming to the city combines the creativity of the... Read More
Black Flag Jiu Jitsu ready for grand opening in Rockford January 3, 2024 @ 12:46 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — A jiu jitsu gym focused on training for high-level competition will celebrate... Read More
New homes on the market rise 13% in Rockford region, biggest increase in more th... January 2, 2024 @ 5:46 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The number of homes that went on the market in the Rockford... Read More
Wired Cafe in downtown Rockford sold 'from the hands of one family to another' January 2, 2024 @ 5:55 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — For more than 13 years, Crystal Douglas’ customers at Wired Cafe have... Read More
Podcast: Recapping Rockford's 2023 with Mayor Tom McNamara December 29, 2023 @ 6:00 am Mayor Tom McNamara joins Steve Summers on This Week in the Stateline for an annual end-of-the-year wrap up of news that came out of... Read More Podcast: Recapping Rockford's 2023 with Mayor... Rock River Current Podcasts Embed Subscribe RSS Download
Want to recycle your Christmas tree for mulch? Here are 12 Rockford-area drop-of... December 26, 2023 @ 1:54 pm Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful has set up 12 locations in the area to drop off... Read More
Local family steps in to cover up to half of Rockford Rescue Mission's $430K sho... December 22, 2023 @ 4:38 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — A local family has pledged to cover up to half of the... Read More
Mayor's Hunger Campaign surpasses $45K fundraising goal for Rockford area food p... December 22, 2023 @ 10:51 am Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The Mayor’s Hunger Campaign, an annual effort to raise money for nine local food pantries... Read More
What did Rockford Google in 2023? The list ranges from air quality to Taylor Swi... December 21, 2023 @ 6:00 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — In some ways, the Rockford area’s Google searches this year were much... Read More
What did Rockford Google in 2023? The list ranges from air quality to Taylor Swi... December 21, 2023 @ 6:00 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — In some ways, the Rockford area’s Google searches this year were much... Read More
Anderson Automotive to move Kia from Rock River Block and build a new dealership... December 20, 2023 @ 11:51 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app LOVES PARK — Anderson Automotive Group plans to build a new dealership at the... Read More
New specialty grocery store Culture Crunch to bring exotic snacks and sodas to R... December 20, 2023 @ 10:00 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — A new specialty grocery store that promises to offer an eclectic mix... Read More
Cirque Dreams, Festival of Lights and more: 10 things to do on Christmas weekend... December 20, 2023 @ 6:00 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — It’s the last weekend before Christmas, and the Rockford area has ways... Read More
Rockford IceHogs staff lends hand to Northern Illinois Food Bank amid increased ... December 19, 2023 @ 12:17 pm By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — Staff from the Rockford IceHogs front office, as well as the team’s... Read More
Rockford to make streetscape improvements, add decorative lighting outside of BM... December 19, 2023 @ 6:00 am By Kevin Haas Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — City Council members on Monday awarded a nearly half-million-dollar contract to revamp... Read More
Rockford region to host hundreds of collegiate bowlers as Leatherneck Classic is... December 15, 2023 @ 6:01 am Rock River Current Get our mobile app ROCKFORD — The Rockford region will play host to a collegiate bowling tournament next year that will... Read More