Tripadvisor’s “The 10 Best Illinois Campgrounds 2025,” sorted by “best value,” named spots in East St. Louis, Herod, Carbondale, Mt. Vernon and more among the top options. Some of the campgrounds ...

Hoping to catch as many fireworks shows as possible in the Rockford area? Here's your guide to 9 upcoming shows in the ...

The Rockford area is hosting electrifying lineup of big-name acts at several venues in 2025, among them are Hard Rock Live, ...

The Swedish Historical Society of Rockford welcomes the summer solstice with traditional festivities and fun for all ages.

At highest coverage, scattered rain showers and possibly a storm or two will continue through the overnight hours before we ...

The weekend brings a Late Night Flea Market, Mid Sommar Fest, and a Commodores concert, along with fundraisers, live music, ...

Kayleigh Randle joins the LEX 18 news team after spending the past two years as a multimedia journalist, weather anchor, and anchor at WIFR-23 News in Rockford, Illinois.

Three people died in three separate car crashes in nearly 12 hours, according to the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office.

A curious summer festival comes to life” when Twisted Crypt Haunted House opens for one night only, celebrating Summerween.

The Boone County Fair Association announced that multi-platinum hit-maker Justin Moore will headline the fair Aug. 9, with special guest Noah Hicks.

With dangerous heat and humidity predicted for the Rockford area this weekend, Winnebago County is notifying residents of ...