Rockford residents might recognize him as the friendly face that greets them every morning on WIFR-23. What they might also recognize is the deep passion that’s kept him here for four decades. ...

There's a side to this local news reporter that's serious and straightforward, but there's also a spontaneous side that's led her to some interesting places in her young career. ...

For four local anchors who hail from the Rockford area, sharing the daily news is more than just work. They're talking with friends, family and other connections who care just as much about their hometown as they do. ...

Long before this Rockford native became a familiar face on the evening news, her life was changed by one act of serendipity. ...

Meet the trio delivering your morning news. Every weekday, anchors Andy Gannon and Danielle Tumilowicz deliver the morning news from WIFR-23, Rockford’s local CBS-affiliated station. They’re joined by morning weather anchor Aaron Wilson, and together, the three strive to deliver information that’s accurate, fair and balanced, and at times a bit humorous. Get to know the team behind your morning ...

We all live here for a reason, and some of us are downright passionate about life in our region. Meet 24 residents who represent many walks of life in our communities, and see why they call this place home. ...