Rockford Events

You've no doubt noticed that it's hot and getting hotter in and around the Rockford area, but how hot do we need to get to tie or break the record that was set in Rockford in 1936?

Governor JB Pritzker's Restore Illinois plan moves into the next to last, and probably longest phase beginning today, so here's a quick primer on Phase-4 reopening.

We've been in Phase-3 of the "Restore Illinois" plan since late May, and according to current metrics, the earliest phase four of the plan could begin is this Friday.

Not that there's anything wrong with watching South Korean baseball (it's actually really fun), but if you've been missing the American version on a local level, you're in luck.

Given the current charged social atmosphere, you might not plan on going out much until things settle down. If you planned on getting a COVID-19 test today, you've got one less reason to head out.

Starting today, more businesses will be allowed to reopen and people can start gathering in small groups while social distancing. But many things will look and feel differently.

All the cool kids are going to be wearing these.

Lots of things in life have been postponed, indefinitely put on-hold, or simply cancelled. High School graduation ceremonies are one of those important things.

Meg's Daily Grind's two other locations will remain open, and they're planning to launch their new coffee truck at the end of May.

So, you've gone through everything that your TV streaming services have to offer and you're still looking for nighttime entertainment. You're in luck.