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🌱 Patch AM: How to attend the Charlie Kirk remembrance at Calvary Chapel Rockford

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🌱 Patch AM: New investor could finally jump-start Rockford’s former Mercyhealth hospital project

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🌱 Patch AM: How do Rockford 205 administrator salaries compare to the state’s?

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🌱 Patch AM: Rockford man sentenced after May shooting; see what charges remain

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🌱 Patch AM: How much Rockford’s Medicaid program really spends on radiology care

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🌱 Patch AM: Rockford Regents Park home has luxury plank floorimg, gas fireplace

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Where To Watch Soccer's Biggest Summer Tournament In Rockford

From a brand partner: Bars, restaurants and gathering spots where fans can catch the action throughout July.

Where To Find First Responder Discounts Near Rockford

From a brand partner: Explore local businesses that offer savings and special deals for law enforcement, firefighters and EMTs.

Diocese of Rockford Again Offers All Day Confession March 25

Visit a Catholic Church Near You

Nicor Gas Supports Rockford Families

Close to 300 families benefit from free groceries and valuable resources at the collaborative event

NIU at RVC engineering team repeats as NFPA Challenge Grand Champion

With other college teams closing in on last year's Huskie team performance, this year's squad made crucial improvements that led to triumph

$10M Scratch-Off Ticket Sold At IL Store

“I kept saying, ‘The next one has to be a million-dollar winner,’ but I never in a million years expected it to be worth $10 million!”

On May 2: Innovative engineering showcased at NIU's Senior Design Day

Projects span six engineering disciplines: mechanical, electrical, industrial & systems, engineering technology, mechatronics & biomedical

Nicor Gas provides Energy incentives to U.S. cheesemaker

Energy Efficiency incentives support Brewster Cheese’s commitment to a lower carbon future

IL Lotto Winner Claims $1 Million Prize

The winner said they had “never been a big lottery player” and were shocked by the win.

Catholics Invited to find Hope in Confession "Be Reconciled" April 9

105 parishes in the diocese, where possible, to offer confession from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Contact your local church for info.

Meet A Future Leader In Rockford: Jazmin Nathan

Patch and T-Mobile have partnered to highlight young people achieving great things in our community.

Nicor Gas and Loves Park facility celebrate milestone

Perfetti Van Melle celebrates 1.1 million energy-saving milestone with Nicor Gas

NIU Innovation Showcase highlights AI’s role in education and industry

Forum sparks questions: Where do our skills fit in with AI? Will AI make us dumber? What’s the best way to incorporate AI into education?

At Rockford robotics event, NIU CEET supports young innovators

College of Engineering and Engineering Technology's David Grewell: “Inspiring to see the passion and ingenuity of so many future engineers."

$1M Mega Millions Ticket Sold In IL

An Illinois Lottery player is $1 million richer.

Save More Than Daylight This Summer with a Focus on Fire Safety

The summer months provide more time for outside activities that carry with them associated fire dangers. Being aware of them and save lives!

Outdoor Fire and Burn Safety Reminders as Memorial Day Approaches

The upcoming holiday weekend is a kickoff to summer that can include outdoor celebrations and cookouts.

Camp I Am Me Summer Camp Offers a Place of Healing for Burn Survivors

This empowering, week-long camp held at YMCA Camp Duncan provides a safe, and judgment-free place for young burn survivors ages 8-20.

Daylight Saving Time Reminder Carries New Fire Safety Message

Due to the updated Illinois Smoke Alarm Law, residents are encouraged to “Change your clocks, and check or replace your alarms”.

Camp I Am Me Highlights Burn Awareness Week

This year’s theme, “Hot liquids burn like fire” complements the organization’s core mission to support burn survivors and help prevent fires

Help Feed Those in Need Around Chicago (and get an awesome cookbook)!

Karen's first cookbook, 6-MINUTE DINNERS is coming out, by purchasing the book you will be helping feed those in need around Chicago!

Fire Dept. Coffee Foundation Raises Funds For Firefighter-Led Mission

Project Joint Guardian is working to raise $40,000 to send a group of 10 volunteers to Ukraine with donated emergency response equipment.

Blood Donors Needed In Rockford Area: Red Cross Drive Coming Up Soon

All types of donations are needed, especially type O.

Rockford Area Red Cross Blood Drive Coming Up Soon

There's a Red Cross blood drive being held in the Rockford area.

Rockford Park District: Area Athletes Focused On Their Own Olympic Dreams At The Amateur Athletic Union Junior Olympic Games

See the latest announcement from the Rockford Park District.

Blood Donations Needed In Rockford Area: Red Cross Drive Coming Up Soon

All types of donations are needed, especially type O.

Rockford Park District: Rockford F.I.R.E. Track And Field Athletes Advancing To Next Competition

See the latest announcement from the Rockford Park District.

Illinois Spelling Bee Stalwart Perseveres Through 2-Year Gap

When the National Spelling Bee was canceled in 2020, an Illinois girl shifted her focus to another competion.

Solid Waste Management Plan In Winnebago County

Winnebago & Boone Counties to Revamp Solid Waste Management Plan.

Rockford Park District: Investing In Neighborhood Parks: Rockford Park District Celebrates Renovations At Popular Southeast Neighborhood ...

See the latest announcement from the Rockford Park District.

Rockford Park District: Jane Lyons Memorial Scholarship Awarded

See the latest announcement from the Rockford Park District.

Rockton Chemical Fire: EPA Cites Air Pollution Violations

The fire, which started at 7 a.m. Monday at Chemtool, could burn for several days and release harmful pollutants, according to officials.

Rockford Park District: Sand Park Pool Reopens

See the latest announcement from the Rockford Park District.