Dakota hoops adds to undefeated start with win over Durand

DAKOTA, Ill. (WIFR) - The Dakota Indians boys basketball team stayed undefeated after its 63-20 win Friday night over NUIC rival Durand. The Indians led 24-8 after one and 36-12 at halftime.

Lady Tigers eye return to state finals in March

The current Lady Tigers’ roster has seven juniors, four seniors, one sophomore and one freshman. Seniors Macy Groharing, ...

Residents brave the cold for 7th annual “Snømarket”

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The city’s own Nordic pub and restaurant, The Norwegian, holds it’s annual “Snømarket” for it’s ...

Rockford residents react to demolition of historic Capitol Theater

Published: Dec. 12, 2025 at 8:39 PM PST | Updated: moments agoNews ...

'The Norwegian' hosts 7th annual "Snomarket"

Published: Dec. 12, 2025 at 8:30 PM PST | Updated: moments agoNews ...

More than 200 Illinois national guardsman return from Middle East deployment

Published: Dec. 12, 2025 at 8:29 PM PST | Updated: moments agoNews ...

Illinois Medical Aid in Dying law draws mixed reactions

WIFR News at 6. An update of today's local and national news headlines along with your First Alert forecast and local sports ...

Calls for transparency about Capitol Theater demolition

Holiday parties often come with themed snacks, desserts and festive cocktails. UW Health wants to make sure you celebrate ...