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The Lee County Sheriff's Office received a report of a vehicle involved in the location of the hit-and-run, prompting the vehicle to be impounded and the owner to be questioned.

Student drivers in Rockford Public School's Driver Education program are getting a chance to learn about driving and fueling electric vehicles, thanks to a grant from ComEd.

The Winnebago County Animal Shelter is sounding the "Code Red" after maxing out capacity at its kennel.

Charity organizations give away free coats in Rockford

South Beloit Fire Department hosts blood drive

Families who lost children in 2023 will gather Friday night in downtown Rockford for a candlelight vigil in their memory.

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul has brought charges against Juan Reyes, 52, for falsifying training certificates required to obtain a concealed carry license.

Hard Rock donates canceled casino cards to Wesley Willows poker club

One person was hospitalized in critical condition on Tuesday after being hit by a car in Rockford.

The Rockford Police Department is investigating after an adult male with gunshot wounds was located.

Mercyhealth has given out 6 scholarships to help those pursuing a career in Emergency Medical Services. The scholarship will help pay for paramedic and EMT courses in full.

Once signed up, kids can get a new book every month from birth until their fifth birthday.