ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) -Red, white and blue fill the streets of Rockford as residents celebrate the 249th birthday of the ...

Every city is famous for something. In fact, some places are famous for many things, even the Rockford area. From a bustling ...

Today, we’re looking most closely at the Grand Illinois Trail and why you should add it to your cycling bucket list. Let’s dive in!

If you're looking for fireworks in Illinois this 4th of July, you're in the right place. Whether you're staying close to home ...

MOLINE — The Chicago-to-Moline passenger rail line appears to be back on track after the Illinois Department of Transportation told the Federal Railroad Administration it is proceeding with the ...

Moline High School's bass fishing team will cast off to the Illinois State Final Tournament at Lake Shelbyville this Friday. Two boats qualified this year, propelling the team to their 10th state ...

The study examines the potential for establishing a high-speed rail network within Illinois, focusing on a corridor from Chicago to St. Louis. It also considers connections to existing Amtrak, Metra, ...

Illinois Army National Guard Soldiers disembark the airplane at the Illinois Air National Guard’s 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria, Ill., after returning home from deployment April 12, 2025.

The Illinois Basketball Coaches Association announced its all-state teams for the 2024-25 boys basketball season. The IBCA selected first, second and third teams along with special mention in each ...

Last week: Def. Alleman 65-21; Lost to Rockford Auburn 72-67; Def. Quincy 68-53. Up next: vs. Pekin in Class 4A Moline Regional semifinal, Feb. 26. 25. West Aurora (20-8) Previous ranking: Not ranked ...

U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen, D-Moline, said freezing federal grants and loans has left northern Illinois communities in limbo.

Relationship to Illinois: I am 18 years old and a lifelong resident, born in Moline and currently living in Rock Island. My parents were also born and raised in this state.