ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford had a few visitors this week with the Synchronized Skating sectional championships taking place at the BMO Center. "Nice community, everyone is really nice, friendly," said Jay Lopez a resident of Chicago.

"So I met someone from Massachusetts as well as someone from Oregon," said Khai Yang a visitor from out of town.

"Honestly it's been nicer weather here than it is in Minnesota, so it's been like a little treat for us," said Patti and River who reside in Minnesota.

According to many from outside the Stateline, there are a few things to like about Rockford

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Some Rockford patients will have to travel to the Chicago suburbs for eye care.

Police have a warrant out for the arrest of Kara Stickles, 30, of Loves Park, after she allegedly smashed into several vehicles and a house in a stolen car on Monday.

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Dog owners need to be on the lookout for parvovirus, local animal experts warn, especially with the warmer season ahead.

Illinois house passes all-gender bathroom bill

E-cigarettes and vaping are one step closer to being banned in public places in Illinois after the Senate passed a bill this week.

Mike Dunn, who has served as the executive director of the Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) for 12 years, announced his retirement on Thursday.

Christopher Kienast, 51, of Rockford, has been charged in a series of storage unit burglaries in Belvidere.

The Winnebago County Coroner has identified Lorie Phillips, 62, as the woman who was found dead inside a burning house last week.

The Winnebago County Coroner has identified Lorie Phillips, 62, as the woman who was found dead inside a burning house last week.

The White House will dissolve the COVID Task Force in May, according to a report in The Washington Post.