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8 Illinois Lottery Payout Checks Bounce

Some lucky winners of the Illinois Lottery weren't so lucky when they went to cash their checks. More>>

Folks take part in Animal Mania at Lockwood Park

A Rockford Park District event draws attention to Lockwood Park and it's affinity for animals. Wagon and pony rides, a Birds of Prey presentation and plenty more to do today at the park. New to Animal More>>

Eagle Scout rehabs Caledonia Township cemetery

New life is breathed into a little known Caledonia Township cemetery. Andrew Geyer is an Eagle Scout from troop 141 in Belvidere.  His project was to rehab the Drake Cemetery. Now, the cemetery has been More>>

Bikes for Tykes collects for area kids in need

The Salvation Army wants your bike to give to a needy child in the area.  For nine years, "Bikes for Tykes" has accepted donations of bikes, scooters and safety equipment for area kids. Last year, you More>>

Tinker Swiss takes part in Blue Star program

Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum and Gardens will participate in the Blue Star Museums program.  That means it will offer free admission to all active duty military personnel and their families from Memorial More>>

Local food pantries see more Rockford area families in summer months Video included

Each year tens of thousands of Rockford area families rely on the kindness of strangers so they don't go hungry. Local agencies use the month of May to focus on the problem. The need for food will be even More>>

Olge County man sentenced for child pornography

A 51-year-old Oregon man was sentenced to 121 months in federal prison and ten years of supervised release for distributing child pornography. More>>

Golfers show support for Rockford's First Tee program

Local supporters take a break from the office to play a few rounds of golf for a good cause. More>>

Woodward's Loves Park expansion gets even bigger Video included

As Woodward starts construction on it's newest facility leaders announce even more jobs will come to the area. That's because part of it's new Rock Cut Campus will double in size. That means besides More>>

Beloit Police dog 'Nick' retires after 7 years of service Video included

Nick will spend the rest of his days living the life of a house pet. More>>

Rockford Police investigating manhole cover thefts Video included

The Rockford Police Department has received several complaints for stolen manhole covers and sewer grates. More>>

One of Rockford's oldest residents passes away at 108 Video included

Beatrice Taylor, one of Rockford's oldest residents, passed away last week at the age of 108. More>>

Poplar Grove Airport welcoming pilot from Hudson River landing Video included

The co-pilot of US Airways flight 1549 that was forced to make an emergency landing on the Hudson River in 2009 will make an appearance at the Poplar Grove Airport. More>>

Forget Me Not fundraiser raises money for Alzheimer's Association Video included

Volunteers from Bankers Life and Casualty Company's Rockford branches are hitting the streets and giving the gift of flowers to raise money for the Alzheimer's Association. More>>

South Beloit man robbed at knife-point in Rockton

A 32-year-old South Beloit man was trying to change a flat tire when he says he was robbed at knifepoint by three white males. More>>

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  • The Rockford Aviators (0-1), presented by Pearson, battled until the final out, but errors allowed the Frontier Greys (1-0) to score enough to pull out the win in the first game of the season by a final score of 4-3.  
    The Rockford Aviators (0-1), presented by Pearson, battled until the final out, but errors allowed the Frontier Greys (1-0) to score enough to pull out the win in the first game of the season by a final score of 4-3.  
  • The Chicago Bears have agreed to terms with guard Kyle Long on a four-year contract with a fifth-year option and now have the entire 2013 Bears draft class under contract.
    The Chicago Bears have agreed to terms with guard Kyle Long on a four-year contract with a fifth-year option and now have the entire 2013 Bears draft class under contract.
  • Matt Anderson reeled off six scoreless innings for the Clinton LumberKings as they rolled past the Beloit Snappers 6-1 in Midwest League action on Thursday night.
    Matt Anderson reeled off six scoreless innings for the Clinton
    LumberKings as they rolled past the Beloit Snappers 6-1 in Midwest League
    action on Thursday night at Ashford University Field.
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