Shots fired in Rockford armed robbery
ROCKFORD - Nobody was injured Tuesday morning after shots were fired during an armed robbery on Rockford's west side.
Police say the incident unfolded shortly after 1 a.m., in the 900 block of North Winnebago Street, where officers…
Police probe burglary at Rockford restaurant
ROCKFORD - Detectives with the Rockford Police Department are investigating a burglary at an east-side restaurant early Tuesday.
Shortly before 5 a.m., officers in the 3700 block of East State Street met with an employee of Johnny…
Rockford man convicted in 2017 fatal shooting
ROCKFORD - A Rockford man was convicted Monday in connection with a fatal shooting.
Deon L. Hart, 23, was found guilty of first-degree murder and aggravated discharge of a firearm after a jury trial in front of Judge Brendan Maher.…
Rockford man charged with criminal sexual assault
ROCKFORD - Rockford Police officers, on Thursday, Aug. 30, responded to a criminal sexual assault victim at a local hospital.
Detectives with the Sensitive Crimes Unit conducted a follow up investigation and identified the suspect as…
Canada’s top news program focusing on Fred VanVleet
ROCKFORD - The 205 Tip-Off Classic starts tonight with two big ballgames at East High School and one at Auburn – and among the crowd at Auburn will be members of Canada’s longest-running news magazine TV series.
"W5" has been filming a…
Crawford logs 39 saves, Blackhawks beat Wild 3-1
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Blackhawks got off to a fast start and then leaned on Corey Crawford to pull out a sorely needed win.
Jonathan Toews and Brandon Saad scored first-period goals, Crawford made 39 saves and Chicago held on to…
Bears win fourth straight, widen NFC North lead
CHICAGO (AP) — Khalil Mack had a sack and fumble recovery, Eddie Jackson returned an interception for a touchdown and the Chicago Bears tightened their grip on the NFC North with a 25-20 victory over the second-place Minnesota Vikings on…
Incoming Illinois Dem won’t back Madigan
SPRINGFIELD - In Illinois, next year’s legislative leaders are the same as this year’s, which is a cause of concern for some.
The Senate already chose legislative leaders ceremonially, and they will stay the same as they are now for…
Diocese sex-abuse list includes priest at center of 2006 lawsuit, plaintiff speaks out
ROCKFORD - A former Rockford priest at the center of chilling allegations and a 2006 lawsuit appears on a list of 15 priests accused of sexual abuse.
Theodore "Ted" Feely, who Rockford resident Donald Bondick claimed in a five-count…
County Board Chairman Frank Haney recommends Rosemary Collins for state’s attorney
ROCKFORD - Winnebago County Board Chairman recommended Judge Rosemary Collins interim state’s attorney Friday.
The recommendation will now go before the board on Tuesday. If approved, Collins will be sworn in Dec. 3, when current…
Michelle Obama’s book sells more than 725,000 copies on first day
NEW YORK (AP) — First day sales for Michelle Obama's "Becoming" topped 725,000 copies, making it one of the year's biggest debuts.
Crown Publishing told The Associated Press on Friday that the figures include sales and pre-orders for the…
One dead in shooting outside Rockford Taco Bell
ROCKFORD - A 25-year-old man was pronounced dead at a local hospital Tuesday after being shot in the parking lot of a west side fast-food restaurant.
Police say shortly after 9:30 p.m., officers responded to Taco Bell at 2602 Auburn St.…
Your Horoscope – November 14, 2018
ARIES
You’ll be at the head of a group taking part in a highly memorable activity. The outcome will reflect the effort you put into the project. And you’ll overcome a bit of shyness in the process.
TAURUS
You’ll have to adopt…
Relevance restored: Bears rightfully back in national spotlight
The last time the Bears played in a home Sunday Night Football game, Jay Cutler was the starting quarterback, with hopes of being unlocked under his third offensive coordinator in four seasons in Mike Tice. Brandon Marshall hadn't yet…