The Rockford Fire Department has been hopping the last few weeks battling structure fires in downtown Rockford. Fires in old buildings, such as the former Hanley Furniture building, can be extremely dangerous for firefighters battling the blaze, so that is why the RFD has started using drones to get a better handle on what they are dealing with.
Rockford Firefighters Local 413 hosted an adopt-a-family program this year to make Christmas a little brighter for families in need, and provided some amazing holiday memories while they are at it.
Charles Street between 11th and 18th Streets closed early Tuesday morning as Rockford Fire crews battled 2 separate home fires starting around 3:30 a.m.
It's always nice to be recognized for a good job even more so when your job puts your own life on the line to help others. The Rockford Fire Department was recognized by a local furniture store for doing just that.