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Police Locate 4 Children Allegedly Abducted in Riverdale, Suspect Still at Large

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Police Locate 4 Children Allegedly Abducted in Riverdale, Suspect Still at Large

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Woman assaulted in DeKalb by ex-boyfriend: police

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Woman assaulted in DeKalb by ex-boyfriend: police

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DEKALB, Ill (WTVO) — Police announced the arrest of Miles Hurr, 37, for reportedly punching his ex-girlfriend in the face after she confronted him over his alleged cheating. According to the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office, on Sunday, November 2nd, at 3:09 p.m., deputies were called to the 500 block of Easy St. by a neighbor who stated a woman came to his door bleeding from the nose. According to police, the woman arrived at Hurr's house to retri…See the Story

Former Rockford Restaurant Owner and Bookkeeper Accused of Cheating State Out of More than $100K in Sales Taxes

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Former Rockford Restaurant Owner and Bookkeeper Accused of Cheating State Out of More than $100K in Sales Taxes

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ROCKFORD, Ill. — Felony charges have been filed against the former owner of a Rockford restaurant and its bookkeeper after they allegedly defrauded the state out of more than $100,000 in sales taxes over a four-year period. James Vitale, a 74-year-old Belvidere resident, and Lori Rice, a 52-year-old Rockford resident, have each been charged with four counts of theft of governmental property over $100,000, one count of sales tax evasion, one coun…See the Story

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Average Rockford, Illinois home sells for $240K: report

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The Rockford housing market reached its fourth all-time high, with home prices averaging over $240,000 for the first time.Rockford, Illinois · Rockford Read Article

Fire crews rescue dog, contain blaze to Rockford home

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ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — A family is without their home after a fire damages it Monday evening. Rockford fire officials were called to 1010 Ridge Avenue around 5:30pm for a single-family home with smoke coming out of the second floor. Authorities said a family dog was still inside at the time of arrival, but crews worked quickly to rescue the dog and contain the blaze within 15 minutes. No injuries were reported and the estimated cost in damages …Rockford, Illinois · Rockford Read Article

Rockford City Council approves Elks Club demo after mayor breaks tie vote

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Human trafficking museum looks to educate Rockford residents

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The City of Rockford is looking to educate the public on human trafficking. In a partnership with AED Essentials and iEmpathize, they are bringing a unique display to Rockford University. A human trafficking museum. It's an immersive museum teaching all about the signs of human trafficking. Randy Johnson, a Rockford firefighter and paramedic, hopes to shine awareness and educate people on prevention. "I think people have apathy that that it's in…Rockford, Illinois · Rockford Read Article

Rockford's first Dutch Bros Coffee location gets green light from City Council

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Police arrest suspect in Freeport shooting after victim seeks help at local pub

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FREEPORT, Ill (WTVO) — Michael Blasing, 66, was arrested by the Freeport Police Department in connection with a shooting on October 30th, after which a 43-year-old victim ran into the Pretzel City Pub seeking help. According to the Freeport Police Department, officers were called to the Pretzel City Pub, at 1350 W. Galena Avenue, at 10:06 p.m. on Thursday, October 30th, and located the victim, who had come into the bar seeking aid. Police said t…Rockford, Illinois · Rockford Read Article

LIST: 2026 Golden Apple Teacher Award nominees announced

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ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The Golden Apple Foundation has released its list of nominations for 6th-12th grade teachers to be recognized with the prestigious Golden Apple Teacher Awards for 2026. Parents, students, and community members submitted more than 1,550 nominations for 537 teachers in more than 50 Winnebago and Boone County Schools. A reception to honor the nominees will be held on Thursday, November 13th, 2025, at Rockford University, 505…Rockford, Illinois · Rockford Read Article

Students at Kennedy Middle School learn journalism through 'Story Telling Trailer'

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ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Kennedy Middle School students had the opportunity to explore journalism as the "Story Telling Trailer" visited their school this morning. The trailer, a mobile space resembling a living room, allows students to record and share their own stories. This initiative aims to teach students crucial face-to-face communication skills in today's digital world. "Learning how to communicate in this way is extremely important, becau…Journalism · Rockford Read Article

Rockford’s food insecurity plan: $100,000 for pantries and mobile grocery store

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ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford leaders are taking action to combat food insecurity as government benefits remain reduced and uncertain. "We are going to be putting forward to our Finance and Personnel Committee an allotment of $100,000 to help our local food pantries," said Mayor Tom McNamara. "We are also working on providing a mobile food grocery store in the near future, to provide groceries to individuals who do not have access to fresh fo…Rockford, Illinois · Rockford Read Article

RELEASE: Blackhawks Assign Slaggert to Rockford IceHogs

Forward has appeared in five games with Chicago during the 2025-26 seasonRockford, Illinois · Rockford Read Article