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Costco sued over allegedly falsely advertising its Kirkland tequila
Costco sued over allegedly falsely advertising its Kirkland tequila
The plaintiff claims Costco's Kirkland tequila contains so much cane sugar it shouldn't even be classified as tequila.
www.usatoday.com
November 14, 2025 at 10:49 PM
Costco sued over allegedly falsely advertising its Kirkland tequila
Anthropologie's Black Friday sale has up to 40% off decor, clothing, beauty 🛍️
Anthropologie's Black Friday sale has up to 40% off decor, clothing, beauty 🛍️
From stylish holiday gifts to fun seasonal decor, shop Anthropologie's early Black Friday deals for savings on the brand's best-sellers.
www.usatoday.com
November 14, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Anthropologie's Black Friday sale has up to 40% off decor, clothing, beauty 🛍️
You can pre-order All-Clad's most exclusive launch ever for $5,000
You can pre-order All-Clad's most exclusive launch ever for $5,000
All-Clad celebrates over five decades of craftsmanship with its most exclusive release ever—the 71-Piece Legacy Set. Pre-order now.
www.usatoday.com
November 14, 2025 at 3:04 PM
You can pre-order All-Clad's most exclusive launch ever for $5,000
Save up to $2,045 on Joybird sofas ahead of Black Friday 🛋️
Save up to $2,045 on Joybird sofas ahead of Black Friday 🛋️
The best Black Friday furniture deals are already live at Joybird, with savings of up to $2,045 off comfy sectionals, bed frames and more.
www.usatoday.com
November 14, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Save up to $2,045 on Joybird sofas ahead of Black Friday 🛋️
When public transportation succeeds, so does our community
When public transportation succeeds, so does our community | Letter
"Reliable transit is critical to supporting our local economy," writes Michael Stubbe of the Rockford Mass Transit District.
www.rrstar.com
November 14, 2025 at 1:19 PM
When public transportation succeeds, so does our community
HBO announces documentary about Chicago Bears' 1985 'Super Bowl Shuffle'
HBO announces documentary about Chicago Bears' 1985 'Super Bowl Shuffle'
HBO announced a new documentary centered around the Chicago Bears' 1985 "Super Bowl Shuffle" music video. Here's how to watch.
www.pjstar.com
November 14, 2025 at 1:04 PM
HBO announces documentary about Chicago Bears' 1985 'Super Bowl Shuffle'
Little Caesars opens first self-service pizza shop in Rockford
Little Caesars opens first self-service pizza shop in Rockford
Little Caesars opens its first self-service pizza shop in Rockford with free pizza and prizes at the Nov. 15 grand opening.
www.rrstar.com
November 14, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Little Caesars opens first self-service pizza shop in Rockford
HUD should keep its promise to keep people housed
HUD should keep its promise to keep people housed | Opinion
"Extending these grants isn’t just good policy — it’s the right thing to do," writes Sarah Parker-Scanlon of Shelter Care.
www.rrstar.com
November 14, 2025 at 12:34 PM
HUD should keep its promise to keep people housed
Air pollution is serious threat to the health of humans around the world
Air pollution is serious threat to the health of humans around the world | Letter
"No matter where you live you could go on a walk instead of driving or take public transportation," writes Nicholas Sprigler of Rockton.
www.rrstar.com
November 14, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Air pollution is serious threat to the health of humans around the world
Golden Apple Teacher nominations celebrate educators in Stateline
Golden Apple Teacher nominations celebrate educators in Stateline
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Educators across the Stateline were celebrated for the 2026 Golden Apple Teacher nominations. “I’ve known I wanted to be a teacher since grade school,” said Lindsay Mertes.…
www.mystateline.com
November 14, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Golden Apple Teacher nominations celebrate educators in Stateline
Rockford confronts housing shortage: Up to 9000 homes needed to stabilize community
Rockford confronts housing shortage: Up to 9,000 homes needed to stabilize community
Rockford leaders sounded the alarm Wednesday night over a housing crisis that could reshape the region's future, warning that Winnebago County faces a shorta...
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November 14, 2025 at 2:04 AM
Rockford confronts housing shortage: Up to 9000 homes needed to stabilize community
Rockford apartments for rent saw price increases since last October
Rockford apartments for rent saw price increases since last October
Here's a look at how apartment rental prices in Rockford changed since last month.
www.rrstar.com
November 13, 2025 at 11:49 PM
Rockford apartments for rent saw price increases since last October
Illinois Department of Human Service to restore SNAP benefits
Illinois Department of Human Service to restore SNAP benefits
The Illinois Department of Human Services has announced that SNAP benefits will be restored now that the government shutdown has ended.
www.rrstar.com
November 13, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Illinois Department of Human Service to restore SNAP benefits
Here's how much Midwest region gas prices rose from last week
Here's how much Midwest region gas prices rose from last week
Here's a look at how weekly regional gas prices changed in Midwest last week compared with the week prior.
www.rrstar.com
November 13, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Here's how much Midwest region gas prices rose from last week
Northern lights put on a spectacular show once again. See photos.
Northern lights put on a spectacular show once again. See photos.
The spectacular show is the result of a geomagnetic storm, and the outcome did not disappoint.
www.usatoday.com
November 13, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Northern lights put on a spectacular show once again. See photos.
815 Shorts, Styx and Loverboy and Holiday Sip and Shop among 25 things to do in Rockford
815 Shorts, Styx and Loverboy and Holiday Sip and Shop among 25 things to do in Rockford
Looking for something to do this weekend in the Rockford area? Here are 25 upcoming events.
www.rrstar.com
November 13, 2025 at 12:34 PM
815 Shorts, Styx and Loverboy and Holiday Sip and Shop among 25 things to do in Rockford
Four Rockford-area teams remain. Who will win IHSA quarterfinal football matchups?
Four Rockford-area teams remain. Who will win IHSA quarterfinal football matchups?
Here are our expert Jay Taft's picks for the games involving the four Rockford-area football teams still remaining in the state quarterfinals.
www.rrstar.com
November 13, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Four Rockford-area teams remain. Who will win IHSA quarterfinal football matchups?
Community leaders discuss housing shortage in Winnebago County - WIFR
Community leaders discuss housing shortage in Winnebago County
Community members and leaders gathered Wednesday November 12 at Rockford’s District 1 Police Station to discuss one of the area’s growing challenges, the housing shortage across Winnebago County.
www.wifr.com
November 13, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Community leaders discuss housing shortage in Winnebago County - WIFR
Rockford panel to discuss local housing shortage and homelessness on Nov. 12
Rockford panel to discuss local housing shortage and homelessness on Nov. 12
The League of Women Voters of Greater Rockford is hosting a community housing meeting Wednesday, Nov. 12 from 6-8 p.m. at the Rockford District 1 Police Station.
www.northernpublicradio.org
November 13, 2025 at 3:34 AM
Rockford panel to discuss local housing shortage and homelessness on Nov. 12
Waymo starts driverless trips on freeways in 3 cities. See where and how it works
Waymo starts driverless trips on freeways in 3 cities. See where and how it works
Google's driverless car company is starting highway trips with select users in California and Arizona.
www.usatoday.com
November 13, 2025 at 3:19 AM
Waymo starts driverless trips on freeways in 3 cities. See where and how it works
Winning Powerball numbers last night in Nov. 12 lottery drawing: Anyone win Powerball jackpot?
Winning Powerball numbers last night in Nov. 12 lottery drawing: Anyone win Powerball jackpot?
Did anyone win the Powerball last night, Nov. 12, 2025? Winning Powerball numbers and drawing results for Monday's $512 million lottery jackpot.
www.indystar.com
November 13, 2025 at 3:04 AM
Winning Powerball numbers last night in Nov. 12 lottery drawing: Anyone win Powerball jackpot?
Illinois woman pleads guilty to first-degree murder in death of son
Illinois woman pleads guilty to first-degree murder in death of son
Sarah Safranek was charged in her son's death in 2021.
www.rrstar.com
November 13, 2025 at 12:04 AM
Illinois woman pleads guilty to first-degree murder in death of son
Complete list of 2025 Illinois High School Football Coaches Association all-state teams
Complete list of 2025 Illinois High School Football Coaches Association all-state teams
Here is the complete list 2025 Illinois high school football all-state players as picked by the coaches association.
www.pjstar.com
November 12, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Complete list of 2025 Illinois High School Football Coaches Association all-state teams
On a budget this season? Shop holiday decor on sale from Pottery Barn, Balsam Hill 🎄
On a budget this season? Shop holiday decor on sale from Pottery Barn, Balsam Hill 🎄
Add a festive touch to your home and shop holiday decor on sale from Pottery Barn and Balsam Hill, plus score holiday decor deals up to 70% off.
www.usatoday.com
November 12, 2025 at 5:49 PM
On a budget this season? Shop holiday decor on sale from Pottery Barn, Balsam Hill 🎄
DreamCloud mattresses are up to 60% off for Black Friday 2025
DreamCloud mattresses are up to 60% off for Black Friday 2025
Check out the best deals at the DreamCloud Black Friday mattress sale. Save up to 60% on mattresses, luxurious bedding bundles for free and more.
www.usatoday.com
November 12, 2025 at 4:49 PM
DreamCloud mattresses are up to 60% off for Black Friday 2025