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Winnebago County is home to roughly 200 bridges and thanks to regular inspections, the people in charge of keeping an eye on them say the ones you drive across are safe. In fact, Rockford city workers More>>
A school nurse at Thurgood Marshall School has been honored with the Ron W. Lee, MD Excellence in Pediatric Care Award. More>>
More than 200 protesters gathered outside of Rockford's City Hall earlier this afternoon, demanding genetically modified food be clearly labeled. More>>
The trucker was hauling drilling equipment when his load bumped against the steel framework over an Interstate 5 bridge. He looked in his rearview mirror and watched in horror as the span collapsed into the water behind him.... More>>
Across the country, fewer teenagers are becoming mothers and it looks like that trend is true in Rockford, too. More>>
After weeks of practice, the Skibroncs are ready to show us their moves all summer long. Friday night was their first water ski show of the season. All skiers and performers with Skibroncs are volunteers. More>>
This weekend, a truckload of much needed supplies is headed down to tornado ravaged Moore, Oklahoma. And it's all thanks to support from Rockford area residents. Aaron Tokarz's home is full of donations More>>
A Rockford mother, murdered one week ago, leaves behind two young daughters. The children's father, Jared Williams, says their loss will be difficult for the family to get over. More>>
The same duo responsible for getting the song "Thrift Shop" stuck in your head for weeks are responsible for a new song promoting marriage equality, and it's getting big play on local radio. More>>
The Rockford Park District teamed up with other local agencies gathered at a press conference Friday to remind people planning on spending their summers boating and swimming to stay safe. More>>
The jury has delivered its verdict in the Marie's Pizza murder case. Lamar Coates has been accused of murdering his brother, Michael Sago, even though he never fired the shots that killed him. More>>
The Rockford Register Star is hosting its second job fair of the year on Wednesday, May 29. More>>
The City of Rockford Human Services Department has announced the locations of cooling centers throughout Winnebago and Boone counties for the hot summer months. More>>
Rockford Police are looking for a 76-year-old man who was reported missing on Friday, May 24. More>>
The Illinois House has approved a plan to allow qualified gun owners to carry their weapons in public. More>>
A South Beloit man is in jail after Rockton Police say a robbery he reported never happened. More>>
Three Rockford residents were arrested after members of the Rockford Police Department's Narcotics Unit searched a home in the 700 block of Oakley Avenue. More>>
Clean up continues in the Moore, Oklahoma as residents and volunteers work to clear debris and salvage what they can. More>>
Winnebago County has received a $2.9 million grant from the federal government to clean up lead in 225 homes. More>>
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