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5 people from the Rockford area accused in $1M pandemic benefits fraud scheme
Four people from Rockford and another person from Beloit are charged in connection with a federal benefit fraud scheme.
Jehovah’s Witnesses to host 3-day program at BMO Center in Rockford
Indictments in a federal fraud scheme, the arrest of a Loves Park man and several events coming up this weekend.
New executive director talks plans to further Rockford City Market experience
A tip to Winnebago County deputies about people selling drugs leads to the arrest of two Rockford men.
2 Rockford men arrested after deputies investigate reported sales of cocaine and fentanyl
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A tip to Winnebago County deputies about people selling drugs leads to the arrest of two Rockford men ...
Oregon Park District searches for culprits after 3 parks vandalized
OREGON, Ill. (WIFR) - Public parks in Oregon fall victim to vandals and officials say enough is enough. Oregon’s Mix Park ...
Program to help with home fixes in Rockford to accept applications soon
A tip to Winnebago County deputies about people selling drugs leads to the arrest of two Rockford men. Indictments in a ...
Loves Park man arrested in child pornography investigation
A 20-year-old man from Loves Park faces multiple charges following an investigation by state police.
CBS News’ Scott MacFarlane talks about Epstein files, U.S. House security
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - WIFR Anchor Sydni Stoffregen talks to CBS News’ Scott MacFarlane about U.S. Deputy Attorney General ...
Stateline robotics team gears up for Midwestern Competition
This year’s R2OC will feature 32 teams from Illinois, Indiana, Iowa and Wisconsin.
New Rockford City Market executive director talks plans to further the experience
Larson walked around City Market as its new executive director for the first time Friday night. The Rockford native frequently attended the summer staple, including with her kids. “There’s so many ...