ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) – Tuesday’s record-breaking heat is a thing of the past, but warm, humid conditions will continue across much of the state line Wednesday. Maximum temperatures reached between 27 and 29 degrees, slightly warmer than normal for this time of year, but far from the temperatures of between 35 and 40 degrees that […]
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) – A little rain can’t dampen 815 Day celebrations along the Miracle Mile as businesses take advantage of the wet day to highlight some of the Forest City’s strengths. Miracle Mile Rockford is revamping its annual 815-Day celebration with a pop-up event at Fairview Shopping Center. From showcasing local mom-and-pop shops to […]
A Rockford bar offering hemp and THC-infused products celebrated its grand opening on Thursday. Half Baked Bar, formerly Stockyard Rock Burger Bar, is now open at 908 W. Riverside Blvd. in the North Towne shopping center. It is the latest venture from Buckbee Weed Co., which opened Mrs. Buckbee’s Wake N Bakery, a hemp-infused bakery […]
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) – The state line was treated to another absolutely gorgeous day Tuesday, with the first above-average temperatures in more than a week recorded in the afternoon. It’s also the seventh day in a row without precipitation in this region, so it’s clear that we could use a little rain. It’s just that […]
Mark Holmboe | Specially for the Rockford Register Star If people really want to reduce gun violence, there is a deceptively simple way to help. When you have the choice, always choose good people. That is, always try to choose people who actually behave well, not just those who share your political views, have a […]
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) – In Winnebago County, voters may find a familiar question on their November ballot: a half-cent sales tax for “mental health purposes.” The referendum was first held in 2020, when more than 62% of respondents approved funding for mental health services. A sunset clause requires an extension, ratified by a public vote, […]
