Good morning, Rockford.

Bill Mitchell, 87, honors his late wife by making the same Saturday breakfast he shared with her and sharing his tribute with over 61,000 social media followers.

He began his heartfelt tradition after a tragic car crash and now inspires many in Rockford with his acts of love.

The beloved Christmas at the Farm event moves to Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden in Rockford and returns as Christmas at Klehm.

It will offer holiday lights, vendor booths, food and live entertainment on Nov. 6-7, with tickets available online beginning Oct. 8 and Oct. 15.

Edolo J. (Zeke) Giorgi was born on Sept.

5, 1921, in Rockford and grew up to be a respected public servant who advanced education, civil rights, and economic development in the community.

Bachrodt on State closed its Rockford location on Aug.

31 (2:36 p.m. CTA) as operations and staff moved to Lou Bachrodt Chevrolet Buick GMC at 7070 Cherryvale North Blvd. in Rockford; customers can continue to work with the same team.

Hard Rock Casino marked its two-year anniversary over the weekend, with leaders highlighting contributions to local jobs and community support.

The venue will break ground on a hotel addition this fall (expected to open early 2028).

Farmers for a $99 million settlement for John Deere repairs must file claims online by Dec.

31 or file objections by Dec. 4; a fairness hearing is scheduled (Jan. 19, 10 a.m.) in the Northern District of Illinois to decide on the settlement terms.

Rock Valley College is hosting a free lecture titled 'Bagpipes: A History and Continuing the Culture in Rockford' today from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Student Center Atrium & professors Lucas Greenlee and Rob Srygler will explore local bagpiping traditions with a live performance at the conclusion.

Administrators in Rockton School District 140 earned an average of $102,743 in 2025—ranking them 252nd lowest in the state and 16.9% below the state average, per the State Board of Education.

Rockford band teacher Courtney Kubacki took part in a record-setting performance on Aug.

23 in Michigan, when nearly 300 piccolo players performed John Philip Sousa's Stars and Stripes Forever. She was the only Illinois musician among the ensemble that will be featured in the 2028 Guinness Book of World Records.

Jefferson High School receives a $5K grant from T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights program to boost its athletic plans and work toward hosting games on campus.

The prize supports a national celebration of high school football as the team shines at Wyeth Stadium — a nod to local spirit.