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Project Pretty Pittie Returning to Rockford in October
Adorable pit bulls and rescue dogs are taking over a Rockford runway this October for Project Pretty Pittie, an event raising money to help pit bulls across Winnebago County.
Forgotten Nintendo Games Found In Wisconsin Could Fetch Millions
A Wisconsin discovery of nearly 100 rare NES games includes never-before-seen Super Mario Bros. cartridges, with three now headed to auction.
Northern Illinois Could See a Rare and Dangerous Storm Tonight
Northern Illinois could face dangerous storms tonight, including the potential for damaging straight-line winds. Here's what a derecho is and what Rockford-area residents should do to prepare.
Naked Woman Accused Of Stealing Ambulance in Wisconsin
A woman accused of stealing a Wisconsin ambulance reportedly asked dispatch for food, drove away from police and was eventually arrested naked.
Illinois Woman Faces DUI After Fleeing Crash On A Missing Wheel
An Oak Brook woman drove away from a crash scene missing an entire wheel — and somehow kept going before an officer finally pulled her over.
Three Men Charged After Stealing License Plate Cameras In IL
Caught on the very cameras they were trying to steal in Illinois. You really can't make this stuff up.
Governor J.B. Pritzker Orders Flags Lowered Across Illinois
Illinois will lower its flags Saturday to honor Norris City native Corporal Jackie Lee Thurman, whose remains were identified 75 years after he went missing during the Korean War.
Cubs MVP Ben Zobrist Is Bringing His World Series Car to Illinois
A chance encounter between Cubs legend Ben Zobrist and Little Cubs Field manager Denny Garkey has turned into a September 5 fundraiser
Minnesota’s Top-Paying Jobs, 50 Don’t Require A Degree
Considering a career change? Check out these high-paying jobs in Minnesota that don't require an advanced education.
Riot Fest Just Dropped Its Full 2026 Chicago Schedule
Riot Fest just released its 2026 performance times for Chicago, featuring Tool, Twenty One Pilots, Alanis Morissette, Pixies and even William Shatner.
BBB Warns Of Scammers Placing Fake QR Codes Over Real Ones
Before scanning that QR code, take a closer look. A sticker placed over the original is one of the sneakiest tricks scammers are using right now.
Nordstrom Rack Is Opening Another Store Near Rockford
Nordstrom Rack is expanding again in Illinois with a new Bloomingdale store, raising the question for Rockford shoppers: when are we getting one?
The Stick Shift Saved An Illinois Man's Truck From Being Stolen
Somewhere in Joliet, a would-be carjacker sat in a stolen pickup truck on a Friday morning, completely stumped by the gear shift.
A Woman In Illinois Drove Off With A Giant T-Rex From A Yard
Joliet police are on the hunt for a stolen dinosaur — and yes, that sentence is completely serious.
Minnesota’s Abandoned Places You Didn’t Know Existed (Until Now)
There are abandoned places all around MN, left behind for one reason or another. Here are some abandoned places in our state you probably didn't know about.
This Wisconsin Town Is Worth Every Mile From Rockford
A new national ranking got me thinking about my favorite Midwest getaway, and it's absolutely worth the drive from Rockford.
Chefs Say This Rockford Staple Makes The Best Double Cheeseburger
The ButterBurger just received another major honor, with chefs calling Culver's one of the best fast food burger chains in America.
Illinois State Police Say They’re Targeting Road Rage Drivers
Illinois State Police aren't just watching — they've got extra troopers out, air operations running, and K9 units deployed. The crackdown on road rage is bigger than most people realize.