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Wednesday, August 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Rockford. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ First responders arrived in Loves Park after a two-car crash on Tuesday night around 6:58 p.m.—one vehicle was a silver Chevrolet sedan and the other a black Ford SUV—and both cars suffered severe front end damage with deployed air bags, with no word on injuries. WTVO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Minnesota white supremacist was sentenced to life in prison after being convicted of second-degree murder, hate crime, conspiracy and assault for beating a Jewish inmate at Thomson Penitentiary—another prisoner pleaded guilty and will be sentenced on October 9 for his role in the attack. WTVO
- ➤ Brandon Simonson, 41, was sentenced to life in prison for killing fellow inmate Matthew Phillips in March 2020 because of his Jewish faith — authorities said the attack was driven by antisemitism and a bid for prison gang membership. WIFR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ GoRockford is holding a press conference today at 10 a.m. behind 303 N. Main St to announce the expansion of the CRE8IV Sculpture Program—18 new sculptures will be installed and the Rockford Letters unveiled on the west bank of the Rock River. Go Rockford
- ➤ Somnium: The Book of the Hollow Earth will transform Sinnissippi Park with an immersive art experience that guides visitors along a nature hike featuring art installations and light displays; the event begins August 28th and runs until August 31st. Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for children and free for kids under six — a unique chance to enjoy community art. WTVO
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Rockford unions are working to improve worker conditions by ensuring strong benefits like health care, retirement, and life insurance—a gap that local nonprofit Project First Rate highlights compared to non-union jobs. The group stresses that all workers should have the choice to join a union for better protections. WIFR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Daniel J. Olson — with over 20 years of parks experience — started on August 11 as the new executive director of the Forest Preserves of Winnebago County and will lead 44 preserves and 11,600 acres as he prepares a three-year strategic plan. His first major project is designing a new facility at Severson Dells as he makes decisions on aging infrastructure while he and his wife search for a home in a tight market. Rock River Current
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Dinner on the Dock with Random AF
5-10 p.m. — Prairie Street Brewing Co. — Varied food and drink costs — Enjoy high-energy covers from the vibrant band Random AF while dining on the riverfront.
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Ginuwine Concert
7-10 PM — Hard Rock Live - Rockford — Tickets from $316 — Experience a night of R&B hits with Ginuwine live in concert.
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Dockside Live featuring Honey Cellar
6-9 p.m. — Prairie Street Brewing Co. — Free entry — Unwind with live folk rock sounds and scenic riverfront views.
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Dinner on the Dock featuring Flannel Daze
5-10 p.m. — Prairie Street Brewing Co. — Food and drinks available — Enjoy live 90s rock and grunge hits while dining riverside in a lively atmosphere.
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Cruise Night 2025
5-8 p.m. — Historic Attractions — Free entry — Experience cool cars and groovy music along with delicious food at this fun-filled community event.
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Greenwich Village Art Fair
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Rockford Art Museum — Free entry — Explore local art, enjoy live music, and engage in children's activities at this vibrant outdoor fair.
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Glow in the Garden
6-9 p.m. — Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens — Cost varies — Celebrate the end of summer with family activities, lanterns, and fun runs.
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