Tourism Is Adding Big Money To Local Economies
In 2018, travel provided $392 million in economic impact to Rockford and Winnebago County communities and supported the livelihood of 3,039 area residents.
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Former Longhorns, NFL RB Benson Dies In Motorcycle Accident
Former NFL running back Cedric Benson, one of the most prolific rushers in NCAA and University of Texas history, has died in a motorcycle accident in Texas. He was 36.
Illinois Secretary Of State Jesse White Says No To Re-election
Calling his current sixth term his "last tour of duty," Jesse White says he won't run for another term as Illinois' Secretary of State.
Polish Fest Is Only One Of The Things To Do This Weekend
Andrea from GoRockford.com made her weekly visit to the show to let us know what to do over the weekend.
Illinois Trooper Wounded While Serving Traffic Stop Warrant
Authorities say an Illinois State Police trooper who was shot and wounded at a home in suburban Chicago was among a group of officers serving a warrant related to a traffic stop.
Youth Flag Football Sign Up Starts Now
You'll want to act fast if you have an interested child.
Aaron Rodgers Wants Packer Fans To Be MORE Drunk
This marks the first time that someone asked the people of Wisconsin to drink more.
State Moves To Keep Blagojevich From Practicing Law
It's been eight years since his conviction on corruption charges. They're just now getting around to this?
It's 815 Day, So Here's A List Of Things To Do Today
On 815 Day, we celebrate all things Rockford. So, there's got to be a lot going on, right? Let's take a look.
Philadelphia Gunman Identified After Hourslong Standoff
An hourslong standoff where a gunman shot at police, wounding six of them, as he was barricaded inside a Philadelphia home somehow ended with no fatalities.