Illinois, the Prairie State, is known for its towering skyscrapers, charming small towns and diverse neighborhoods. According to Census population data, the Illinois population is the fifth-largest in ...

It's not all about the food—I love a restaurant that gives off an energy that you won’t find anywhere else. Some of my favorite places with good vibes include GreenFire, KBQ in Loves Park, Scoreboard ...

Just a stone’s throw away (pun intended) is the Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum. This architectural oddity looks like it was ...

Petersburg is a quaint and charming destination that captures the essence of small-town America. Petersburg, nestled in the ...

A Rockford man was arrested in connection with a homicide that occurred in Altoona, Wisconsin, Winnebago County State's ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A family in Rockford will need to find a place to stay. The Rockford Fire Department was called ...

The new Starbucks cafe in downtown Rockford is open for business. The new location, at 211 W. State Street, opened its doors ...

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The first downtown Starbucks is officially open after months of anticipation. The new Starbucks is ...