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Staff Report Ginger Baker, who became one of rock 'n' roll's most influential drummers as a member of Cream, died Sunday at his home in England. He was 80. According to Baker's Facebook page,  he "passed away peacefully." He had been…

ARIES Don’t be afraid of change, it will mean good things for you. At home, at work and in your love life, you need to do a little readjusting to regain your joie de vivre. Also, you’ll succeed in resolving a conflict. TAURUS…

ARIES You’ll face a challenge that allows you to demonstrate your full potential. Eager to get into shape, you’ll find ways to start moving and get some exercise with friends TAURUS It’s not always easy to balance your career and…

ARIES You’ll need to make a decision without having all the required information. Rely on your judgment and stay away from long-term payment plans to avoid stress. TAURUS There will be an interesting offer concerning your career.…

By Jim Hagerty Reporter ROCKFORD - Although Tom Hanks, as Rockford Peaches Manager Jimmy Dugan, established in the 1992 film "A League of Their Own," that there is "no crying in baseball," actress Megan Cavanagh proved otherwise. …

Staff Report NEW YORK - Ric Ocasek, frontman and rhythm guitarist of The Cars, has died, NYPD spokesmen reported Sunday night. According to reports, Ocasek was found earlier today in his bed by his estranged wife, Paulina Porizkova. While…

By Kristin M. Hall Associated Press A publicist for Eddie Money said the rock star has died after he recently announced he had stage 4 esophageal cancer. He was 70. Cindy Ronzoni provided a statement from the family and said Money…

ARIES Crowds, responsibilities and stress will dominate a big part of the week. Try to relax — if you don’t, your health will suffer. Unwinding will do you much good. TAURUS Even if your schedule is full of professional and…

By Jim Hagerty Reporter ROCKFORD - It will be an evening of unique Irish music Tuesday, Sept. 17, as One for the Foxes takes the stage at the Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center, 406 N. Main St, Rockford. The show is sponsored by…

ARIES Even if you’ve just gone back to work, you’re already bored of the routine and need a change. Make a plan and start to take the necessary steps. Slowly but surely, you’ll get there. This daring idea will prove profitable in the…

Todd Houston Contributor RRI: Hey Doug what have you been up to lately? How’s the family? Doug Marocco: Doing great Todd! I really enjoy your Rockford Rocked page by the way. The family is doing great as well. My oldest daughter,…

ARIES You’ll have to work twice as hard to accomplish your goals this week. There’s a good chance you’ll be warmly applauded and congratulated for a brilliant achievement. TAURUS Family life will demand a lot of energy, but…

ARIES A dynamic new beginning is underway. A job change or a move is on the horizon and you’ll be more than enthusiastic about the opportunity presented. You won’t be bored this week. TAURUS You’ll need more coffee than usual this…

By Lindsey Bahr and Andrew Dalton Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — Actor Peter Fonda, the son of a Hollywood legend who became a movie star in his own right after both writing and starring in the counter-culture classic "Easy Rider,"…

ARIES Time is sparse, so you’ll have no choice but to plan your activities precisely. Relinquishing some control is necessary to relieve some stress. Take the time to catch up with old friends. TAURUS Allow yourself some time off…