Good morning, Rockford.

Jeep Run kicked off at 11:45 a.m. today at Firehouse Pub in Roscoe to raise funds for Shriners Children’s transportation by visiting local businesses; police assist traffic as Jeep owners travel to Hydeout Bar in Poplar Grove, Benny’s Pub in Cherry Valley, Cruisin’ I-39 in Monroe Center and finish at The Filling Station in Rockford where music, prizes and giveaways run from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Local law enforcement agencies are showing K-9 units and a bomb robot at CherryVale Mall as part of Police Week in Winnebago County through Sunday May 18.

The event honors fallen officers and offers community members a meet and greet (with a final K-9 demonstration at 5:30 p.m. Sunday) to see police work up close.

Deputies found a dead man in the Espenscheid Memorial Forest Preserve around 6:15 a.m. on May 17th—there was no indication of suspicious circumstances, and the coroner’s office was called to the scene.

Nearly 40 students were celebrated at the Saint Anthony College of Nursing graduation on May 16 at 700 W.

Riverside Boulevard—38 earned degrees, including 10 from the graduate program—and most plan to work at Saint Anthony to help ease the nurse shortage.

Info Session on the Impact of Property Tax Sales

Join us for an important community event focused on property tax sales and how they impact Rockford residents. This is a FREE event open to the public—everyone is welcome! 📍 Location: Crusader Community Health Clinic | 📅 Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 | ⏰ Time: 5:30 PM | 📍 Address: 1200 W State St, Rockford, IL 61102

8th Annual Miracle Mile Car Show

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Don Carter Lanes — Entry fee $20, spectators free — Celebrate automotive passion with a showcase of cool rides and live music.

On-Site Tour at Grand Victorian

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Grand Victorian of Rockford — Free entry — Explore award-winning senior living activities and dining options in a welcoming environment.

Timber Pointe Party Band Performance

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Timber Pointe Golf Club — Check event page for ticket info — High energy party band covering a wide variety of music from the 70’s to today’s hits.