Good morning, Rockford.

Northern Illinois Food Bank is urging Rockford residents to volunteer, donate and advocate as food insecurity remains high amid pandemic challenges during Hunger Action Month.

The initiative offers volunteer shifts, local events and National Hunger Action Day (Sept. 29) to help support neighbors in need.

Local leaders and first responders held a ceremony at the corner of West State Street and Kilburn Avenue yesterday to mark the 25th anniversary of 9/11 — speeches recalled the bravery and unity that followed the tragedy.

Rockford locals remember Sept.

11, 2001, 25 years later—Father William Wentink recalled a patrol car on State Street stopping him with news of the attacks, and retired battalion chief Randy Leek shared his Ground Zero search experience, honoring the lives taken that day.

Rockford's Society of St. Vincent de Paul is hosting the Friends of the Poor Walk on Sept.

19 at the Y Log Lodge on Y Blvd with an outdoor Mass at 9 a.m., registration at 10 a.m., and a walk starting at 10:30 a.m.; participants enjoy refreshments + donations support local poverty relief in Winnebago County.

Yesterday, local officials, first responders, and residents gathered at the Winnebago County 9/11 Emergency Responders Memorial to mark the 25th anniversary of 9/11.

Rockford Mayor Janessa Neal and others honored those lost and recognized ongoing support for survivors.

Rockford School District 205's teacher attendance fell to 70% during the 2024-25 school year (Illinois State Board of Education report).

Starting today, Illinois adults facing terminal illness can opt for self-administered medication under the new medical aid-in-dying law if two doctors confirm their prognosis and mental capacity.

Safeguards require two oral requests — one written request, letting patients change their mind anytime.

Global Asset Management Group has partnered with church leaders to redevelop the former hospital property on Rockton Ave; the company will host tours for health businesses & plan a mix of medical services and retail spaces.