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UPDATE: Relative speaks out after 9 hour standoff with Rockford Police
UPDATE: Relative speaks out after 9 hour standoff
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 >>
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 >>
CUB tells consumers to save money on smart phone data plan
CUB tells consumers to save money on smart phone data plan
CUB encourages IL cell phone users to save money with online programMore >>
Saving money on your smart phone data plan just became a little easier. Illinois consumer watchdog, CUB steps in after a study shows cell phone users are becoming financial losers.The Citizen's UtilityMore >>
Boone Co. Sheriff retiring, Ernest announces campaign
Boone Co. Sheriff retiring, Ernest announces campaign
After decades as Boone County sheriff, Duane Wirth is retiring and a familiar face has announced his campaign for the open position.More >>
After decades as Boone County sheriff, Duane Wirth is retiring and a familiar face has announced his campaign for the open position.More >>
Local mechanic gives tips on how to prevent overheating
Local mechanic gives tips on how to prevent overheating
Most cars on the road today are over ten years old and pushing 100,000 miles, making it necessary to pay close attention to maintenance, especially in the hot summer months.More >>
Most cars on the road today are over ten years old and pushing 100,000 miles, making it necessary to pay close attention to maintenance, especially in the hot summer months.More >>
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 >>
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 >>

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NIU Football Announces Start Times for 2013 Games
NIU Football Announces Start Times for 2013 Games
NIU has finalized its home and away game times for the 2013 football season, with the Huskies' game at Massachusetts on Nov. 2 also selected for the MAC's ESPN Regional television package. More >>
Northern Illinois, in conjunction with the Mid-American Conference, has finalized its home and away game times for the 2013 football season, with the Huskies' game at Massachusetts on Saturday, Nov. 2 also selected for the MAC's ESPN Regional television package. More >>
Aviators Drop Matinee to River City
Aviators Drop Matinee to River City
The Rockford Aviators (6-21), presented by Pearson, got a quality start from Drew Rucinski Tuesday, but had a tough time scoring in a 3-1 loss to the River City Rascals (10-17). More >>
The Rockford Aviators (6-21), presented by Pearson, got a quality start from Drew Rucinski Tuesday, but had a tough time scoring in a 3-1 loss to the River City Rascals (10-17). More >>
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 >>