Rockford News

Staying in Rockford for Labor Day weekend? From the annual Labor Day Parade to snowballs, apple orchards and Ben Zobrist Day, there are plenty of family-friendly ways to enjoy the last big weekend of summer.

After 37 years, Winnebago and DuPec renew their Silver Bucket rivalry Friday, with former Winnebago player Corey Anderson now coaching against his alma mater.

Cubs fans who attended a game at Wrigley Field can use their ticket's section, row and seat number to search Momento for free photos and GIFs captured during the game.

Illinois flags will fly at half-staff from sunrise to sunset September 11 as Gov. JB Pritzker directs a statewide observance of Patriot Day.

A September 26 benefit in South Beloit will raise money for former police officer Sandy Messenger as she recovers from throat cancer and prepares for additional surgery.

A $5,000 T-Mobile prize has Jefferson High School dreaming even bigger. The J-Hawks could eventually compete for $1 million toward a football field transformation.

Hard Rock Casino Rockford will celebrate Labor Day with its fourth annual free Jeep Rally featuring vehicle displays, food trucks and live music.

Guilford Road will close to through traffic between N. Chicago Avenue and Paris Avenue Thursday, September 3, for water main work, with detours directing motorists around the construction area.

Pumpkin season is officially on the way! Lindberg Pumpkin Patch in Caledonia opens September 11 with pumpkins, a corn maze, petting zoo, inflatables, food, donuts and plenty of fall fun.

After 37 years, the Silver Bucket Showdown between Pecatonica and Winnebago is finally returning Friday night, bringing back one of the area’s oldest high school football rivalries.