We Are Rockford

Rockford’s first IRONMAN Triathlon is June 22, bringing thousands of visitors and major road closures across the city. Plan ahead for travel delays.

If you've thought to yourself that there really seem to be less lightning bugs/fireflies out on warm nights than you remember from being a kid, it's not your imagination. Illinoisans are seeing less of them, and there are three primary reasons why.

Over 2,500 different universities around the world were evaluated on a variety of criteria to determine the very best, and Illinois makes a great showing with eleven schools landing on the list (and two in the top 100 worldwide).

Northern Illinois got soaked and spooked with severe weather, including a tornado near Stillman Valley. Now, a dangerous heat wave is set to follow.

A scorching heat wave will hit the Midwest this weekend, pushing temperatures near 100°F and raising serious health risks. Stay informed with safety tips and the latest forecast.

The list of chain restaurants closing locations this year continues to grow.

That moment when a recipe goes horribly wrong—tequila and turkey don’t usually mix well, especially when things heat up!

West Nile virus has been detected in 17 Illinois counties. IDPH urges residents to "Fight the Bite" as mosquito season begins.

It’s not just about burgers and fries—this Chicago spot holds a nostalgic vault of McDonald’s history that few ever see.

Illinois just took a bold step for working families—this new budget change could mean more cash in your pocket if you have young kids.

Enjoy family-friendly movies under the stars in Rockton, Illinois with The Drive 815—an affordable summer series featuring entertainment, concessions, and community fun.

It's horrible enough to be told that you have cancer or some other life-threatening condition when it's true, Just think about how awful it would be if your doctor lied about it just to bill you and your insurance for tests, meds, and treatments you didn't need at all. That's what an Illinois doctor is going to prison for doing.