While the holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy and togetherness, for many people, it can also bring sadness, ...

Following an attack this weekend at a religious gathering overseas, local faith leaders are reflecting on how moments like ...

During a city council meeting Monday, council members approved the appointment of Scott Fischer as the city’s new chief. His ...

A multi-jurisdictional investigation is underway after troopers found a driver dead inside a vehicle wanted in connection to ...

City council wrapped 2025 by introducing what members will consider when they return in the new year.

A generous donation shrinks Veterans Memorial Hall into a miniature replica to join other Forest City landmarks in the ...

FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) - The Freeport Lady Pretzels are off to a 9-1 start to the 2025-26 season and are 4-0 in NIC-10 ...

WIFR News at 5. An update of today's local and national news headlines along with your First Alert forecast and local sports ...

Illinois State Police launch multi-jurisdiction investigation after finding person dead at rest stop ...

A generous donation shrinks Veterans Memorial Hall into a miniature replica to join other Forest City landmarks in the ...

A man from Belvidere faces up to 120 years in prison for sexually assaulting a young child multiple times at different parks ...

Those who live in Rockton are invited to participate in an upcoming community workshop as the village develops its new ...