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Military plans would put women in most combat jobs
Military plans would put women in most combat jobs
A top general says cultural, social and behavioral concerns may be bigger hurdles than physical fitness requirements for women looking to move into the military's special operations units.More >>
A top general says cultural, social and behavioral concerns may be bigger hurdles than physical fitness requirements for women looking to move into the military's special operations units.More >>
Dozens join Rockford Park District in world's largest swim lesson
Dozens join Rockford Park District in world's largest swim lesson
The Rockford Park District and area residents joined in a global effort Tuesday to raise awareness for swimming safety.More >>
The Rockford Park District and area residents joined in a global effort Tuesday to raise awareness for swimming safety.More >>
Interior Department starting buy-back program for tribal land
Interior Department starting buy-back program for tribal land
The Interior Department announced Tuesday it will start a program to help Native American tribes buy back pieces of reservation land with multiple owners.More >>
The Interior Department announced Tuesday it will start a program to help Native American tribes buy back pieces of reservation land with multiple owners.More >>
Royal Narwhals place 2nd in Global Innovations awards
Royal Narwhals place 2nd in Global Innovations awards
Rockford Christian Schools' Royal Narwhals were honored in Washington D.C. today for their achievements in an international innovation competition.More >>
Rockford Christian Schools' Royal Narwhals were honored in Washington D.C. today for their achievements in an international innovation competition.More >>
US, Taliban to start talks on ending Afghan war
US, Taliban to start talks on ending Afghan war
A large bomb exploded in the Afghan capital on Tuesday, killing at least three people on the day the international military coalition hands over responsibility for fighting the Taliban insurgency to the nascent...More >>
The Taliban and the U.S. said Tuesday they will hold talks on finding a political solution to ending nearly 12 years of war in Afghanistan, as the international coalition formally handed over control of the country's...More >>
Medicare changes could save diabetics money
Medicare changes could save diabetics money
A major change to Medicare coming in July could mean lower costs for seniors with diabetes.More >>
A major change to Medicare coming in July could mean lower costs for seniors with diabetes.More >>
Timber examined in search for centuries old ship in Lake Michigan
Timber examined in search for centuries old ship in Lake Michigan
Scientists are examining a wooden beam found on the flood of Lake Michigan to determine whether or not it was part of the first European-style ship to sail the upper Great Lakes.More >>
Scientists are examining a wooden beam found on the flood of Lake Michigan to determine whether or not it was part of the first European-style ship to sail the upper Great Lakes.More >>
UPDATE: Yonge Street standoff over
UPDATED: Wanted man refuses to leave Rockford home
Rockford police responded to a home in the 2400 block of Yonge Street just before 4:30 a.m. in regard to a domestic battery report called in by a child.More >>
Rockford police responded to a home in the 2400 block of Yonge Street just before 4:30 a.m. in regard to a domestic battery report called in by a child.More >>
Governor Quinn already planning second session on pensions
Governor Quinn already planning second session on pensions
According to a spokeswoman for Illinois Governor Pat Quinn, he is already planning to host a second special session in July to discuss the state's $97 billion pension crisis.More >>
According to a spokeswoman for Illinois Governor Pat Quinn, he is already planning to host a second special session in July to discuss the state's $97 billion pension crisis.More >>
Attorney General Madigan given more time on concealed carry appeal
Attorney General Madigan given more time on concealed carry appeal
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan has been granted extra time from the U.S. Supreme Court to decide on an appeal over concealed carry.More >>
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan has been granted extra time from the U.S. Supreme Court to decide on an appeal over concealed carry.More >>

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Alpine Bank Announces Junior Golfers for Pro-Am
Alpine Bank Announces Junior Golfers for Pro-Am
Alpine Bank is pleased to announce that its foursome will include Maggie Kaiser, Camden Rock, Kyle Slattery and Spencer Horst.More >>
Alpine Bank is pleased to announce that its foursome will include Maggie Kaiser, Camden Rock, Kyle Slattery and Spencer Horst.More >>
Several Softball Players Named All-State
Several Softball Players Named All-State
Some area softball players receive some state-wide recognition for their great seasons.More >>
Some area softball players receive some state-wide recognition for their great seasons.More >>
Aviators Pick Up Home Win
Aviators Pick Up Home Win
The Rockford Aviators (5-19) presented by Pearson chalk up another home, Friday night win as they topped the Lake Erie Crushers (10-15), 5-2, in front of a great home crowd.More >>
The Rockford Aviators (5-19) presented by Pearson chalk up another home, Friday night win as they topped the Lake Erie Crushers (10-15), 5-2, in front of a great home crowd.More >>
Bad First Inning Dooms Snappers
Bad First Inning Dooms Snappers
The Clinton LumberKings erupted for seven runs in the first inning in a 9-4 dismantling of the Beloit Snappers on Friday night at Pohlman Field in Midwest League action with a crowd of 1161 on hand. More >>
The Clinton LumberKings erupted for seven runs in the first inning in a 9-4 dismantling of the Beloit Snappers on Friday night at Pohlman Field in Midwest League action with a crowd of 1161 on hand. More >>
Toews Wins Selke Trophy
Toews Wins Selke Trophy
The NHL announced today that Chicago Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews has been honored as the winner of the 2013 Frank J. Selke Trophy, given to the forward who best excels in the defensive aspects of the game.More >>
The National Hockey League announced today that Chicago Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews has been honored as the winner of the 2013 Frank J. Selke Trophy, given annually to the forward who best excels in the defensive aspects of the game.More >>
Snappers Clinch Playoff Spot
Snappers Clinch Playoff Spot
The game one victory ensures the Snappers a spot in the Midwest League playoffs for the second consecutive season.More >>
The game one victory ensures the Snappers a spot in the Midwest League playoffs for the second consecutive season.More >>
Aviators Drop Series at Southern Illinois
Aviators Drop Series at Southern Illinois
The Rockford Aviators (4-19) were held in check offensively all night long by Blake Nation as they dropped the rubber match of a three game series against Southern Illinois (12-12) in Marion, 4-1.More >>
The Rockford Aviators (4-19) were held in check offensively all night long by Blake Nation as they dropped the rubber match of a three game series against Southern Illinois (12-12) in Marion, 4-1.More >>
Aviators Win on the Road
Aviators Win on the Road
Michael Hur's inside the park home run capped his 3-hit day and sparked a 6-4 win for the Rockford Aviators (4-18), forcing a game three rubber match in Southern Illinois (11-12) on Thursday night.More >>
Michael Hur's inside the park home run capped his 3-hit day and sparked a 6-4 win for the Rockford Aviators (4-18), forcing a game three rubber match in Southern Illinois (11-12) on Thursday night.More >>
Brewers' Burgos to Make Rehab Start in Beloit
Brewers' Burgos to Make Rehab Start in Beloit
The Milwaukee Brewers have announced that pitcher Hiram Burgos
will make a rehab appearance on Thursday, June 13th when the Beloit
Snappers take on the Timber Rattlers in the first game of a doubleheader.More >>
The Milwaukee Brewers have announced that pitcher Hiram Burgos
will be making a rehab appearance on Thursday, June 13th when the Beloit
Snappers take on the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers at Pohlman Field in the first
game of a doubleheader.More >>
Hononegah Wins NIC-10 All-Sports Trophy
Hononegah Wins NIC-10 All-Sports Trophy
For the third straight year, Hononegah brings home the NIC-10 All-Sports Trophy at the NIC-10 Sports Banquet.More >>
For the third straight year, Hononegah brings home the NIC-10 All-Sports Trophy at the NIC-10 Sports Banquet.More >>