WIFR-TV (Rockford, IL)

WIFR, which operates on virtual channel 23, is the CBS affiliate located in Rockford, Illinois, and is licensed to the nearby town of Freeport. The station transmits its digital signal on UHF channel 41 from its studios situated on North Meridian Road in Rockford. Although it previously used analog channel 23 for broadcasting, this channel is still maintained as its virtual digital channel through PSIP. WIFR is currently owned by Gray Television and holds the distinction of being the only station in the Rockford area that has kept the same network affiliation since it began broadcasting.

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Van hits tow truck helping vehicle and goes airborne

2 days ago | wifr.com | Russell Kinsaul |Amanda Alvarado

ST. LOUIS (KMOV/Gray News) - A van hit a tow truck helping a vehicle and went airborne on Friday. Illinois State Police issued a citation for improper passing of an emergency vehicle after the bizarre accident Friday afternoon on Highway 158. “Could have been a lot worse,” said Allen Timmerwilke, a driver for Quality Towing. Timmerwilke was dispatched around 4:30 p.m. to pull a truck out of a ditch.
Complaints of illegal ATV driving on Rockford streets ramping up, police say

2 days ago | wifr.com | Alyssa Kelly

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - As the weather warms up, Rockford police say they’re receiving more calls about ATVs on city streets and are reminding the community that they need their help. Rockford Police Chief Carla Redd explains there are officers specifically assigned to looking for ATV violators, but says it’s a community effort to tackle the problem.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch, Showers & Thunderstorms likely this evening

2 days ago | wifr.com | Aaron Wilson

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Showers and thunderstorms likely this evening. Severe Thunderstorm Watch in place until 11 PM. Primary concerns with the storms would be strong winds and heavy downpours. Rain potential ends by 8 AM tomorrow. Tomorrow we have concerns for air quality especially in Southern Wisconsin where there’s an Air Quality Advisory until noon. Milky sunshine with highs in the mid to upper 70’s. Copyright 2025 WIFR. All rights reserved.
Showers & Thunderstorms Likely This Evening

3 days ago | wifr.com | Aaron Wilson

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Showers and thunderstorms are likely this evening with some of them producing strong winds and heavy downpours. After seeing highs in the 80’s with plenty of humidity we drop to the upper 60’s tonight with rain chances through early tomorrow morning. Area of smoke becomes a concern tomorrow with highs in the 70’s. Air Quality Advisories are in place through noon tomorrow for all of Wisconsin. Copyright 2025 WIFR. All rights reserved.
FIRST ALERT ACTION DAY for Tuesday

3 days ago | wifr.com | Aaron Wilson

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Showers and storms are likely for Tuesday. Some of those storms could become severe during the late afternoon/evening hours. Highs should reach the middle 80’s with humidity levels on the increase.
Tracking the Potential for Severe Storms on Tuesday

3 days ago | wifr.com | Aaron Wilson

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Partly cloudy and down to the upper 60’s tonight. Increasing clouds tomorrow with strong/severe storms possible by the afternoon/evening. Highs tomorrow win the low 80’s. Cooler on Wednesday with highs in the upper 60’s.
UW-Whitewater baseball sets program win record in D3 World Series Pod Final

4 days ago | wifr.com | Anderley Penwell

EASTLAKE, Oh. (WMTV) - UW-Whitewater baseball beat Denison 11-4 in the Pod Final of the DIII World Series on Sunday. This was the Warhawks’ 46th win of the season, which sets the program’s win record. Adam Cootway and Danny Hopper each had four hits. Cootway had a pair of RBIs and Hooper had three. Whitewater scored first, with a an RBI from Adam Thies in the top of the first.
Game On: Beloit hosts Esports showcase for teams across the Midwest

5 days ago | wifr.com | Alyssa Kelly

BELOIT, WIS. (WIFR) - Organizers of the 2025 Eclipse Scholastic Esports Showcase said it’s the first of its kind event in Wisconsin: Teams gathered from across the Midwest to compete in Beloit Saturday. Esports are becoming one of the fastest growing competitive activities in high schools. Event organizers said Saturday’s event is a milestone in Beloit’s rise as a regional leader in tech, innovation, and the sports gaming industry.
Rockford-area veterans showcase art to the community

6 days ago | wifr.com | Alyssa Kelly

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Creative art therapies have emerged as a vital tool for veterans, especially when navigating the difficulties of post-traumatic stress disorder. Friday, a veterans art show was held at Veterans Memorial Hall. An event for veteran artists to share personal experiences, struggles, and triumphs, creating a space for conversation, connection, and understanding.
Tow crew works to recover vehicle from Rock River

1 week ago | wifr.com | Laura Neuzil

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A towing crew could be seen Friday afternoon working to pull a vehicle from the Rock River. Autoplay1 of 4A towing crew could be seen Friday afternoon working to pull a vehicle from the Rock River.(WIFR)The crew was stationed along the Rock River Rec Bike Path, near Rockford’s symbol sculpture. Details are limited at this time. Copyright 2025 WIFR. All rights reserved.