16 candidates run for Rock Valley College’s board of trustees
ROCKFORD (WREX) — It's a crowded race for Rock Valley College's next board of trustees election.
16 candidates run for Rock Valley College’s board of trustees
ROCKFORD (WREX) — It’s a crowded race for Rock Valley College’s next board of trustees election.
Penny Marshall dies at the age 75
Penny Marshall, who rose to fame in the 1970s sitcom “Laverne and Shirley” and evolved into a powerhouse director, has died at age 75.
IHSA approves new high school football districting proposal by slim margin
The Illinois High School Association member schools approved a proposal that will overhaul the high school football scheduling and playoff system as we know it.
Trump Foundation reaches deal to dissolve amid lawsuit
President Donald Trump’s charitable foundation has reached a deal to dissolve amid a legal battle with New York’s attorney general.
Loves Park church hosting Christmas party just for single parents
Parents can connect with other single parents, while also introducing their kids to others their age.
Haney calls on FBI to look in to alleged threat against Winnebago County Board member
WINNEBAGO COUNTY (WREX) — Twenty-four hours before the Winnebago County Board will reconsider approving a $1.7 million payment to Loves Park for infrastructure improvements near
Tuesday murder marks 30th murder in Winnebago County in 2018
ROCKFORD (WREX) — The death of a 44-year-old woman in Rockford marks the 30th murder in Winnebago County in 2018.
Rockford looks to shift motor fuel tax funds to help with future budget deficits
ROCKFORD (WREX) – There’s a dark cloud looming over the city of Rockford, a projected $80 million budget shortfall over the next 7 years. And
BBB warns of ‘deceptive’ free trial scams
If you think you are trying a product before buying it, you could be falling in to a trap.
Rise in fentanyl leads to record overdose deaths locally, nationwide
A deadly trend continues across Winnebago County this year, with overdose cases reaching an all-time high.
Man shot on Winnebago Street in Rockford
ROCKFORD (WREX) — A man is shot in Rockford and now an investigation is underway.
Camp Fire survivor becomes honorary cop for a day
LOS ANGELES (KCRA) — California cops surprised a young Camp Fire survivor with his very own police cruiser on Tuesday.
Volunteers sort Christmas gifts for families of incarcerated inmates
Two organizations are working together to help a particular group of children have a brighter holiday season.
Man found dead in rural Winnebago County died of gunshot wounds
WINNEBAGO COUNTY (WREX) — Authorities release details about the murder investigation in rural Winnebago County.
North end businesses to celebrate end of North Main Street construction
With road construction complete, businesses along North Main Street corridor are planning a celebration this weekend.
Rockford fire fighters work together to donate car to local Purple Heart recipient
ROCKFORD (WREX) – Iraq war veteran Ryan Curry walked out of Old Chicago Tuesday afternoon after getting some bad news. “A police officer said someone
How to stop a cold before it starts
Health experts recommend you load up your arsenal to fight off whatever you come in contact with this cold and flu season.
Rockford Park District announces golf fee changes
The Rockford Park District has announced some golf fee changes to increase revenue for the district.
Judge holds Essex owner in contempt of court
ROCKFORD (WREX) — The owner of the Essex property is held in contempt of court for failure to demolish and clean up the site on North Main Street, according to the City of Rockford.
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Rockford man indicted on federal tax fraud charges
Michael Mendoza, 31 of Rockford, was indicted on 16 counts of making false claims on IRS forms and one count of attempting to interfere with the administration laws of Internal Revenue laws.
Rockford man wanted on child battery charges
A Rockford man is wanted on child batter charges after Rockford Police launch an investigation.
Nineteen-year-old faces felony charges for crash that killed mom and unborn child
KANE COUNTY (WREX) – A Carpentersville man faces criminal charges for his role in a deadly May 2018 traffic crash. Nineteen-year-old Frank Ruiz is accused
4 arrested after violent weekend armed robbery
Four people were arrested Friday evening after a violent armed robbery in Rockford.
Janesville police arrest a man who stole from his workplace
JANESVILLE (WKOW) — Janesville police have arrested one man for an overnight burglary. Police were sent to Citgo Gas on the 400 block of N.
