Why Winter's Better In Rockford: Beat The Blues With These Local Picks

Plus, get personalized recommendations for quick winter getaways near you!

Wellness In 2026: Where To Sweat, Stretch & Recharge In Rockford

Start the year feeling stronger & more balanced with a look at local spots offering everything from energizing workouts to calming escapes.

A Texas Dog Went Missing 5 Years Ago. She Turned Up 1,000 Miles Away In Illinois

Bella turned up at the Winnebago County Animal Services in Rockford as a stray. Her microchip info revealed how much she was missed.

6 tips for choosing your health benefits for 2026

By Tom Kunst, CEO, Employer & Individual, UnitedHealthcare of Illinois

Nicor Gas Supports Rockford Families

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

The Wellspring Medical Spa Now Offering New Brain Stimulation Technology to Optimize Mental Health

Wellness Party on Oct. 30 to Showcase New Treatment During National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month

Updated flu vaccinations now available at CVS Pharmacy® and MinuteClinic®

CVS Health® survey finds more than 60 percent of consumers say they are likely to get a flu shot this season

Rates of Some Cancers are Rising Among Younger Adults: What Illinois Residents Need to Know

By Dr. Abbie Miller, chief medical officer, UnitedHealthcare of Illinois

​Folk artist, singer-songwriter Dvorak returns to Inscape Collective in Rockford September 28 at 3pm

Inscape Collective, 201 7th Street, welcomes folk singer-songwriter and guitarist Mark Dvorak for a 3:00 pm matinee concert Sunday Sept 28

Northern Illinois Food Bank’s 27th Annual Hunger Scramble Golf Outing & Pickleball Classic Raises Over $160K

Old Second National Bank returned as the presenting sponsor.

Northern Illinois Food Bank Announces Hunger Action Month Initiatives -- Volunteer, Donate, Advocate

5-Ways to fight hunger during Hunger Action Month 2025

Northern Illinois Food Bank and Second Harvest Heartland Launch Friendly Rivalry with Kickoff to End Hunger

Northern Illinois Food Bank and Second Harvest Heartland (Minnesota) have teamed up for a friendly competition from Aug. 27-Sept. 8

Rockford Artist Featured at 20th Annual Lakeview East Festival of the Arts, Sept. 13 and 14

More Than 120 Juried Artists, Family Attractions, Food, Music and More are Included in This Weekend Celebration of the Arts

PHOTOS: Foreigner Gets Rockford “Hot Blooded”

Foreigner helped put the “rock” in Rockford this past weekend.

Smithfield donates 13,000 pounds of salami to the Northern Illinois Food

Donation will help provide protein-rich meals to families facing food insecurity across the region

Mon. Aug. 11, Ken-Rock Community Center Hosts Free Haircuts, Free School Supplies, Free Lunch for Kids

FREE Back-to-School Bash for local children and families from 11 AM to 4 PM-First come, first served, while supplies last!

Rockford and Northwest Illinois Conservation Efforts Threatened by Ongoing State Budget Cuts

In northwest Illinois, where agriculture dominates the landscape, SWCDs work hand-in-hand with farmers and local governments

Op-Ed: Strong Leadership Is the Key to Ending Rural School Shortages

Two central Illinois educators: ROE Lead Hubs are helping rural educators become the leaders their schools urgently need.

White Supremacist Convicted Of Killing Jewish Inmate At IL Prison: DOJ

The attacker "espoused white supremacist views and possessed various Nazi memorabilia and other items symbolizing white supremacy."

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.

Spring Allergy Season is Here: How to Manage Your Symptoms Effectively

CVS Pharmacy shares tips on staying ahead of symptoms to enjoy the season

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.

Three Strategies to Help Support Your Health as We “Spring” Forward

By Dr. Abbie Miller, a market Chief Medical Officer, UnitedHealthcare of Illinois

6 Things To Do This Winter In Rockford

Make the most of the season with these local experiences!

Charter School Director Stole Thousands For Personal Gain: Police

She is charged with felony theft of $10,000 to $100,000 and felony official misconduct, police said.

5 Super Athletes With Ties To Rockford

Patch has teamed up with T-Mobile to celebrate five standout athletes whose achievements have left a lasting impression on our community.

Game Day Party Grub: Rockford's Best Takeout

Enjoy a delicious Big Game celebration at home by ordering in or picking up from these fantastic local restaurants!

Where To Watch The Big Game In Rockford

Football, food and drinks are always better with great company! Explore these local favorites for game day fun.

Meet A Future Leader In Rockford: Jazmin Nathan

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

Family Calls For End To Violence In Mexico After Rockford, Illinois Man Was Killed

The family of a Rockford man killed in Mexico is calling on that country's president to stop the violence.

This IL City Is Zillow's Most Popular In The Midwest For 2024

Two Illinois cities were among Zillow's 10 most popular of 2024.

Nicor Gas and Loves Park facility celebrate milestone

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

6 Men Who Solicited Sex With Children Arrested: State Police

The arrests were part of an operation in the Rockford area that focused on finding people trying to pay for sex acts, police said.

PHOTOS: REO Speedwagon Rocks Rockford

REO Speedwagon and Loverboy came to the BMO Center on November 22nd.

Make A Difference: Where To Volunteer In Rockford!

Discover how you can give back this holiday season and help bring positive change to our community.

How To Support Rockford Local Businesses This Holiday Season!

Find unique gifts and make a difference by keeping your holiday dollars in the community this season.