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JASON TODD ROCKFORD - Jason Todd, founder and president of Thinker Ventures in Rockford, was named one of the 2018 People You Should Know by the Rockford Chamber of Commerce. Todd was recognized at a special reception Thursday, Nov.…

ROCKFORD - The Rockford Police Department on Wednesday, Nov. 7, will celebrate the first graduation of the newly-formed Community Based Violence and Interruption Prevention (VIP) Program. The VIP Program started in February of 2018 in…

ROCKFORD - Although onlookers near the Midway Theater were treated to a show of sorts last week, it wasn't quite the production that's part of the building's illustrious past. Officers with the Rockford Police Department, city code…

ROCKFORD - The sixth annual Stroll on State is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 24, the Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau announced Wednesday. The free community event, which is always held the Saturday after Thanksgiving,…

ROCKFORD - The Rockford Park District of Commissioners, on Tuesday, approved construction of the Atwood Silent Sports Trials. The fully funded multi-use trail is being made possible in part by citizens, organizations and a grant from the…

ROCKFORD - A a man wanted on a narcotics warrant was shot by Winnebago County deputies on the city's northwest side Wednesday morning. Officials say the shooting happened at around 11 a.m., at the Fas Fuel station on the corner of North…

ROCKFORD - A decomposed body was pulled from the Rock River near South Main Street and Beltline Road Monday afternoon. Officials say fishermen discovered the remains tangled in tree branches at around noon. A crew from the New Milford…

ROCKFORD - The Reader’s Digest has put Rockford on its “15 Best Places to Move to in the U.S. (Before They Get Too Crowded)” list. According to the magazine, Rockford is among the U.S. cities that are flying under the radar as perfect…

ROCKFORD - More than 300 people were at Cliffbreakers Events Tuesday for the first Mayor's Hunger Luncheon in 10 years. Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara gave the keynote address, telling the audience of dignitaries, city employees and guests…

ROCKFORD - City of Rockford administration, on Monday, proposed a balanced $156.8 million for 2019. Monday's presentation was part of an information-only session. Aldermen have until March 30, 2019 to approve a spending plan.…

ROCKFORD - The Better Business Bureau continues to monitor the proceedings which have led to Sears Holdings filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Monday, Oct. 15. "The filing of Chapter 11 bankruptcy has been included on the BBB…

ROCKFORD - More than 10 years after it was last held, the Mayor’s Hunger Luncheon will return Tuesday, Oct. 16, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Cliffbreakers Riverside Conference Center. Mayor Tom McNamara will deliver the keynote address,…

ROCKFORD - The National Resource Network (NRN) on Monday presented a detailed set of recommendations to the Rockford City Council to help leaders close a projected seven-year budget gap of $81 million. The city’s 2018 general fund…

ROCKFORD - Magic Waters will fly a new banner in 2019. The Rockford Park District Board of Commissioners has approved a lease agreement that allows Six Flags Entertainment Corporation to operate the water park next year. This lease…