Rockford News

Illinois residents are encouraged to explore winter eagle-watching events as bald eagles gather near open waterways across the state.

Illinois officials are urging shoppers to stay alert and follow essential online safety steps as cybercrime increases during the holiday shopping season.

Illinois faces low odds of a White Christmas in 2025 as the Farmer’s Almanac forecasts a milder winter across much of the U.S.

Starting Jan. 1, 2026, Illinois ends its 1% statewide grocery tax — but over half the municipalities, including many around Rockford, are keeping it in place.

Illinois has opened a new state-backed IATSE training center to strengthen its film workforce while expanding production incentives statewide.

A country music powerhouse will headline the 2026 Illinois State Fair Grandstand in Springfield on August 15.

Illinois is launching a statewide pilot providing free phone minutes to incarcerated individuals to promote family connection and rehabilitation.

Illinois is providing $15 million in grants through the Home Repair and Accessibility Program to help 400 homeowners statewide

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has finalized the 2026–2030 waterfowl hunting zones and dates

Illinois Beach State Park in Zion will host a free Fall Nature Fest on Oct. 18, celebrating the season with guided hikes, live animals, and outdoor family fun along Lake Michigan.