Bicyclist killed on Rockford’s north side
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Rockford police investigate after a bicyclist was hit on the city’s north side. Around 7:30, police shared they were investigating the crash at Deborah Avenue and Latham Street. About half an hour later, police shared the bicyclist, a woman, died at the scene.
Woman killed in bicycle vs car crash in Rockford
A woman on a bicycle was hit and killed in a crash Monday morning. According to the Rockford Police Department, the crash happened at the intersection of Latham Road and Deborah Avenue before 7:30 a.m.
Police: Rockford man strangles woman unconscious, threatens to kill her
Police arrested Matthew Whitesel, 50, for allegedly strangling and attacking a woman. On November 6, around 7 a.m., officers were called to the 2300 block of Rockwell for a domestic incident. The victim told authorities she was hit in the face and strangled.
Man and woman killed in two-car crash
A man and a woman have been killed in a crash involving two cars. The collision between a white Seat Leon and a silver Nissan Note on the A56 Chester Road in Walton, Warrington, happened shortly after 18:00 BST on Sunday,
Woman dies in hospital after being hit by car
The woman was was taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital where she later died. The road was closed for about seven hours while investigations were carried out. Sgt Gemma Blackadder said: "Inquiries to establish the full circumstances are ongoing and we are appealing for anyone with information that could assist to please get in touch.
Man convicted of reckless homicide and DUI for killing Rockford bicyclist
A man who crashed into and killed a Rockford bicyclist while under the influence of drugs has been found guilty of reckless homicide and DUI. At a bench trial on Friday, a Winnebago County Judge found Todd Norton,
Woman dies in two-vehicle crash on A6
A woman has died and two people have been seriously injured in a two-vehicle crash. Police said two vehicles collided on the A6 Wilstead Hill, at Haynes near Shefford, Bedfordshire, at about 17:20 GMT on Saturday.
Rockford man accused of pointing an assault rifle at two victims as argument escalated
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Carpenter’s Place in Rockford welcomes new executive director
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Round 3 playoff schedule for Rockford area IHSA and I8FA football teams
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Lowe's Return: Rockford native helps Patriots win in Chicago
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On the market: This Rockford area home is on the market for $239,900
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ISP searches Rockford man’s home, finds 10 pounds of cannabis
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Check out Rockford's top performers for Week 2 of IHSA football playoffs
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From Rockford to Peoria to Springfield, fewer voters cast ballots on Election Day
Despite the hotly contested presidential election, fewer voters cast ballots in downstate Illinois population centers.
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Rockford Park District reopens park after renovations
Hunter Park Playground reopened on Saturday after months of renovations. The park was originally built in the 90s and has ...