Daily Rockford Logo Daily Rockford

Sunday, June 15th, 2025

SHARE
SPONSORED BY
Advertiser Logo

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Rockford.

Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of June.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Today, the BBB urged Rockford shoppers to be cautious when buying Father’s Day gifts by checking website profiles, using credit cards to avoid fraud, and allowing time for shipping—tips meant to protect consumers as they rush to order.  WIFR
  • The fifth annual Rockford Walk for Life and Family Saturday was held yesterday in downtown Rockford—drawing an estimated 300 people from across the region—by the Rockford Family Initiative. The event united local families and showcased community spirit.  Rockford Register Star

CRIME NEWS

  • Rockford police arrested 18-year-old Demetrius Locke on June 12 near Auburn and Avon Streets after a traffic stop revealed raw cannabis, a loaded handgun, and cash—Locke admitted selling cannabis and identified as a gang member; he was granted pretrial release on June 13.  WTVO
  • Winnebago County deputies arrested Daniel Horton (38) on June 11th after a two-month investigation into cocaine sales in Rockford and seized drugs, scales, cell phones and cash during a search of his North London Avenue home; he faces charges for manufacturing and delivering cocaine and for two counts of possession of non-narcotics and was granted pretrial release on June 13th.  WTVO

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Portillo's Golden Apple Give Back Day

    Golden Apple Foundation will receive 20% of the receipts for purchases from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, at 6090 E. State St., Rockford. Join us for some great food and drinks! Order online or in-app for pickup using code PORTILLOS36 before checkout in the “Coupon Code” field or let the cashier know when ordering at the restaurant. Valid on drive-thru, pickup, kiosk and in-restaurant orders!

    Wed, 6/18/25

    View event
  • Portillo's Golden Apple Give Back Day

    Golden Apple Foundation will receive 20% of the receipts for purchases from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, at 6090 E. State St., Rockford. Join us for some great food and drinks! Order online or in-app for pickup using code PORTILLOS36 before checkout in the “Coupon Code” field or let the cashier know when ordering at the restaurant. Valid on drive-thru, pickup, kiosk and in-restaurant orders!

    Wed, 6/18/25

    View event
  • Rockford Job Fair

    10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Radisson Hotel & Conference Center Rockford — Free entry — Connect face-to-face with several employers hiring in the Rockford area.

    Wed, 6/25/25

    View event
  • Lifescape 4th of July Classic Run/Walk

    7:00–11:00 a.m. — Riverview Ice House — Registration required — Celebrate Independence Day with a classic run/walk through downtown Rockford.

    Fri, 7/4/25

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUBMIT

No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

Stay Connected Anywhere with This Powerful Portable Charger

Never worry about dead batteries or missed calls again. This high-capacity, portable power bank is a game-changer for anyone who relies on their devices throughout the day. With the ability to charge up to five devices at once, it’s perfect for families, professionals, and travelers alike.

Its compact design makes it easy to carry, while its powerful output ensures your phone, tablet, earbuds, and more stay fully charged no matter where you are. Say goodbye to low-battery anxiety and hello to uninterrupted productivity.

Whether you’re commuting, on vacation, or working remotely, this charger is your ultimate power solution. Stay connected, stay powered, and never miss a moment.

Get started with The Buy today

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Rockford.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The enemy of art is the absence of constraints.

~ Orson Welles

About Daily Rockford

Welcome to the Daily Rockford, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Rockford, Illinois community. If you like the Daily Rockford, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Rockford.

Advertising Opportunities

Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Rockford and across Illinois. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.

Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.

Community, delivered

Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.

You can unsubscribe at any time.

Subscribe to Daily Rockford

A free Rockford community newsletter.

Daily local news
We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
6AM City
A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here