A Winnebago County Sheriff's Deputy testifies about the life and death decisions he made inside Marie's Pizza two years ago. Deputy Frank Pobjecky says he shot four people inside a Rockford business toMore >>
A Winnebago County Sheriff's Deputy testifies about the life and death decisions he made inside Marie's Pizza two years ago. Deputy Frank Pobjecky says he shot four people inside a Rockford business toMore >>
Beware of alternative energy suppliers pretending to work for the city. Rockford officials say they are not with the city's awarded energy supplier, and do not work on behalf of Rockford.More >>
Beware of alternative energy suppliers pretending to work for the city. Rockford officials say they are not with the city's awarded energy supplier, and do not work on behalf of Rockford.More >>
Nearly a dozen children died in Moore, Oklahoma after the tornado tore through their elementary school. Now one area man wants to make sure our school's children never face that same fate. Chris HaymesMore >>
Nearly a dozen children died in Moore, Oklahoma after the tornado tore through their elementary school. Now one area man wants to make sure our school's children never face that same fate. Chris HaymesMore >>
Illinois DNR wants you to wear a life jacket before stepping on a boat this Memorial Day weekendMore >>
Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start to boating season. "Wear your life jacket." That is the message the Illinois Department of Natural Resources is sending boaters this holiday weekend.ConservationMore >>
Dozens of Rockford area seniors were honored for all of their hard work on Wednesday during WREX's annual Top of Your Class luncheon at Klehm Arboretum.More >>
Dozens of Rockford area seniors were honored for all of their hard work on Wednesday during WREX's annual Top of Your Class luncheon at Klehm Arboretum.More >>
The Illinois Senate overrode Governor Pat Quinn's veto of the "Smart Grid" bill on Tuesday, and the House followed suit Wednesday, approving the measure 71 to 41.More >>
The Illinois Senate overrode Governor Pat Quinn's veto of the "Smart Grid" bill on Tuesday, and the House followed suit Wednesday, approving the measure 71 to 41.More >>
Twenty-three of the 24 victims of the tornado that ripped through Moore, Oklahoma on Monday have been positively identified by the Oklahoma medical examiner's office.More >>
Twenty-three of the 24 victims of the tornado that ripped through Moore, Oklahoma on Monday have been positively identified by the Oklahoma medical examiner's office.More >>
Officials are asking anyone who sees a baby wallaroo to call the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office or Animal Control after the pet went missing from Kingston.More >>
Officials are asking anyone who sees a baby wallaroo to call the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office or Animal Control after the pet went missing from Kingston.More >>
A preliminary estimate by the Oklahoma Insurance Department shows the damage caused by tornado that destroyed Moore, Oklahoma on Monday could cost over $2 billion to repair.More >>
A preliminary estimate by the Oklahoma Insurance Department shows the damage caused by tornado that destroyed Moore, Oklahoma on Monday could cost over $2 billion to repair.More >>
The Boy Scouts of America will convene a two-day meeting of 1,400 local leaders to consider changing its long-standing ban on openly gay boys in the scouting movement.More >>
The Boy Scouts of America will convene a two-day meeting of 1,400 local leaders to consider changing its long-standing ban on openly gay boys in the scouting movement.More >>
Two former WREX employees now living in Oklahoma are safe after the deadly F-5 tornado tore through the city of Moore. More >>
Two former WREX employees now living in Oklahoma are safe after the deadly F-5 tornado tore through the city of Moore. Former 13-News Today anchor Alex Wherley and former photographer Reed Seiler were not injured in the storm.More >>
Rockford area school district leaders explain and even demonstrate severe weather emergency proceduresMore >>
After fierce storms hit two Oklahoma schools, taking the lives of nine students, the people in charge of your kids while they're in class realize this could happen anywhere. Rockford area administratorsMore >>
Rescue crews are working through the night after a monstrous tornado barreled through the Oklahoma City suburbs, demolishing an elementary school and reducing homes to piles of splintered wood.More >>
Helmeted rescue workers raced Tuesday to complete the search for survivors and the dead in the Oklahoma City suburb where a mammoth tornado destroyed countless homes, cleared lots down to bare red earth and claimed 24 lives,...More >>
Oklahoma isn't the only area in need following a natural disaster. A Rockford group continues to help Haitians pick up the pieces after the 2010 earthquake in Haiti.More >>
Oklahoma isn't the only area in need following a natural disaster. A Rockford group continues to help Haitians pick up the pieces after the 2010 earthquake in Haiti.More >>
The first of what's suppose to be three murder trials gets underway for a man accused of a botched robbery at Marie's Pizza in Rockford. Lamar Coates is accused of felony murder in the death of his halfMore >>
The first of what's suppose to be three murder trials gets underway for a man accused of a botched robbery at Marie's Pizza in Rockford. Lamar Coates is accused of felony murder in the death of his halfMore >>
As soon as I saw the tornado warnings on TV, I had to leave the office right away. I had photographed about a dozen tornados in my decade in Oklahoma and if I didn't get into my car before the funnel cloud swept...More >>
I left the office in Oklahoma City as soon as I saw the tornado warnings on TV. I had photographed about a dozen twisters in the past decade, and knew that if I didn't get in my car before the funnel cloud hit, it would...More >>
NIU's executive vice president for finance and chief of operations is retiring after an FBI probe into police records concerning a housing development he owned.More >>
NIU's executive vice president for finance and chief of operations is retiring after an FBI probe into police records concerning a housing development he owned.More >>
The Janesville Police Department Street Crimes Unit recovered heroin, cash, and drug paraphernalia during a Monday evening search of a residence in the 500 block of Cherry Street.More >>
The Janesville Police Department Street Crimes Unit recovered heroin, cash, and drug paraphernalia during a Monday evening search of a residence in the 500 block of Cherry Street.More >>
The 13 Weather Authority Team is tracking storms moving through our area Monday night. Stay with this story for updates throughout the evening.More >>
The 13 Weather Authority Team is tracking storms moving through our area Monday night. Stay with this story for updates throughout the evening. More >>
Winnebago School Board approves two-year teacher contracts.More >>
After a year of negotiating, more than 100 Winnebago teachers have a new contract and they get a raise, but the agreement barely passed through District 323's Board of Education. Four to three was theMore >>
A new building opens in Winnebago County totally dedicated to juvenile justice but not all of it is funded. The Juvenile Justice Center is the newest addition to what's being called the Winnebago CountyMore >>
A new building opens in Winnebago County totally dedicated to juvenile justice but not all of it is funded. The Juvenile Justice Center is the newest addition to what's being called the Winnebago CountyMore >>
Rockford high school student graduates with straight A's and perfect attendanceMore >>
One Rockford teenager has never missed a day of school ever. Jefferson High School Senior Randall Simental doesn't just have impeccable attendance. He's also made straight A's during his four years atMore >>
Authorities say a van carrying church members returning from a California religious gathering careened off of a southern Illinois freeway and overturned several times, killing five people and hospitalizing six others.More >>
Authorities say a van carrying church members returning from a California religious gathering careened off of a southern Illinois freeway and overturned several times, killing five people and hospitalizing six others.More >>
Health department announces winners of annual poetry, essay and art contest.More >>
The Violence Prevention Collaborative of the Winnebago County Health Department will host it's Seventh Annual Essay, Poetry and Art Contest awards luncheon. The winners of the contest have been announced.More >>
Schnucks is already in the process of changing the name of all local Hilander and Logli stores, and now the chain is continuing the changes with the closure of the Schnucks Pharmacy inside the Rural Street store.More >>
Schnucks is already in the process of changing the name of all local Hilander and Logli stores, and now the chain is continuing the changes with the closure of the Schnucks Pharmacy inside the Rural Street store.More >>
May 20 through May 26 is Recreational Water Illness and Injury Prevention Week in Illinois and the state's department of public health is giving tips on how to stay safe.More >>
May 20 through May 26 is Recreational Water Illness and Injury Prevention Week in Illinois and the state's department of public health is giving tips on how to stay safe.More >>
Rockford Police say the Burger King on the 2400 block of 11th Street was robbed Sunday morning at gunpoint.The suspect took cash but police are questioning people about potential involvement.The investigationMore >>
Rockford College graduates celebrate for last time before changing name to universityMore >>
For the 159th and last time,graduates of Rockford College walk across the stage. After this year, it will go by the name, Rockford University. Commencement ceremonies took place at the Coronado PerformingMore >>
Rockford Police announce academies again this year with local agenciesMore >>
Rockford Police announce they will partner with area agencies to sponsor the Youth and Junior Police Academies again this year.This was made possible by a $7,750 grant from the Community Needs Fund ofMore >>
Cherry Valley plays host to Midwest competition for extricationMore >>
The spirit of competition allows emergency responders from across the Midwest to showcase skills in Cherry Valley. For 26 years, men and women have displayed their ability to cut into cars at the competition.More >>
Man taken to hospital after crashing motorcycle overnight Sunday in RockfordMore >>
A man is seriously injured after a motorcycle crash during the early morning hours in Rockford. It was around two Sunday morning when the accident happened at the intersection of North Longwood and RuralMore >>
CHICAGO – Parents who suffered unfathomable loss during the tragedy in Newtown, Conn., today joined Governor Pat Quinn, Senate President John Cullerton and Senator Dan Kotowski to urge lawmakers to banMore >>
CHICAGO – Parents who suffered unfathomable loss during the tragedy in Newtown, Conn., today joined Governor Pat Quinn, Senate President John Cullerton and Senator Dan Kotowski to urge lawmakers to banMore >>
Animal Mania draws large crowds to Lockwood ParkMore >>
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 AnimalMore >>
Area Eagle Scout works on project to rehab the Drake Cemetery in Caledonia TownshipMore >>
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 beenMore >>
Bikes for Tykes gets gear for area kids in needMore >>
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, youMore >>
Tinker Swiss announced new program for military personnelMore >>
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 MemorialMore >>
Increased need for food in Rockford during summer monthsMore >>
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 evenMore >>
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 besidesMore >>
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 besidesMore >>
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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
The Illinois State Senate has approved a measure that would allow doctors to prescribe marijuana to patients suffering from certain terminal illnesses or debilitating conditions.More >>
The Illinois State Senate has approved a measure that would allow doctors to prescribe marijuana to patients suffering from certain terminal illnesses or debilitating conditions.More >>
Community groups have more time to apply for $28 million in grants to help consumers learn how to shop for health insurance — in an outreach effort that's part of the national health overhaul law.More >>
Community groups have more time to apply for $28 million in grants to help consumers learn how to shop for health insurance — in an outreach effort that's part of the national health overhaul law.More >>
Scott Zwiefelhofer, 45, was travelling south on 11th street last night around 11pm last night when he was hit by an SUV at 11th street and Sawyer Road.More >>
Scott Zwiefelhofer, 45, was travelling south on 11th street last night around 11pm last night when he was hit by an SUV at 11th street and Sawyer Road.More >>
A 58-year-old Clinton man faces charges of Attempted First Degree Intentional Homicide, Battery to a Police Officer, and Disarming a Police Officer after allegedly disarming and attempting to shoot an officeMore >>
A 58-year-old Clinton man faces charges of Attempted First Degree Intentional Homicide, Battery to a Police Officer, and Disarming a Police Officer after allegedly disarming and attempting to shoot an officeMore >>
At one point or another, most kids have a run-in with bullying, whether they're the ones dishing it out or receiving it, but the difference is how each person is affected by the verbal or even physicalMore >>
At one point or another, most kids have a run-in with bullying, whether they're the ones dishing it out or receiving it, but the difference is how each person is affected by the verbal or even physicalMore >>
Keith Creek Neighborhood sees decrease in flooding and crimeMore >>
Rockford's Keith Creek neighborhood on the near Southeast side has been flooded with problems in the past, literally. When it rains a lot, water gets into people's homes. Residents say that's destroyedMore >>
The measure would award full scholarships to certain low-income public school students, good towards an associates degree at Rock Valley College.More >>
The measure would award full scholarships to certain low-income public school students, good towards an associates degree at Rock Valley College.More >>
Illinois' unemployment rate fell from 9.5 percent to 9.3 percent between March and April, according to seasonally adjusted preliminary data from the Illinois Department of Employment Security.More >>
Illinois' unemployment rate fell from 9.5 percent to 9.3 percent between March and April, according to seasonally adjusted preliminary data from the Illinois Department of Employment Security.More >>
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois and OSF HealthCare are teaming up to create an Accountable Care Organization with the goal of improving patient care and overall cost.More >>
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois and OSF HealthCare are teaming up to create an Accountable Care Organization with the goal of improving patient care and overall cost.More >>
Every year millions of people are bitten by dogs and that can end up costing you big time. That's because when someone gets bit it's often their insurance that pays. That means all of us could end up payingMore >>
Every year millions of people are bitten by dogs and that can end up costing you big time. That's because when someone gets bit it's often their insurance that pays. That means all of us could end up payingMore >>
For the first time since the Winnebago County 9/11 Emergency Responders Memorial was established three new names will be added. It will now include two men and a woman who died trying to reach a crashMore >>
For the first time since the Winnebago County 9/11 Emergency Responders Memorial was established three new names will be added. It will now include two men and a woman who died trying to reach a crashMore >>
Shootings, stabbings and beatings were just another day at work for a onetime Rockford gang member. Greg Armstrong says that life is gone and so is the leadership he once followed. But this former gangMore >>
Shootings, stabbings and beatings were just another day at work for a onetime Rockford gang member. Greg Armstrong says that life is gone and so is the leadership he once followed. But this former gangMore >>
The Winnebago County Jail just got a little cheaper for taxpayers. That's because it just sent a record number of inmates from county lock-up to the prison system. The Winnebago County Sheriff's DepartmentMore >>
The Winnebago County Jail just got a little cheaper for taxpayers. That's because it just sent a record number of inmates from county lock-up to the prison system. The Winnebago County Sheriff's DepartmentMore >>
Dixon makes Top 10 Fantastic Fall Destinations list.More >>
The most recent issue of Northwest Quarterly Magazine names Dixon, Illinois as one of 10 Fantastic Fall Destinations in the region. It's not the first time the city's been featured.More >>
Two DeKalb natives go for gold. Grant and Ross James are on the U.S. Olympic Men's Rowing team. They are part of the men's eight. On Saturday, the pair helped row their team into the finals. On WREXMore >>
Two DeKalb natives go for gold. Grant and Ross James are on the U.S. Olympic Men's Rowing team.More >>
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