Rockford, IL news on Tuesday, October 20, 2026
In Rockford, IL on Tuesday, October 20, 2026: Deer danger peaks; school earns Blue Ribbon award. Also: Rockford-area drivers face peak deer collision season; use caution especially at dawn and dusk; A Rockford school has been named Illinois 2026 governor's Blue Ribbon School for educational excellence. Weather: Mostly clear skies with highs near 66°F and mild winds today.
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- Rockford-area drivers face peak deer collision season; use caution especially at dawn and dusk.Q98.5 ·
News & local government
- Winnebago County Sheriff unveiled a new regional police training center.Rockford Register Star ·
- Memorial Hospital's marketing department won three Pinnacle Awards at an Illinois conference.Daily Gate City ·
Traffic & transport
- Wrong-way driver collision reported after midnight Tuesday near East Riverside Drive; APD responded.NewsBreak: Local News & Alerts ·
Events & going out
- Thursday, Oct. 24: Rockford Record Crawl returns for vinyl enthusiasts and music lovers.WIFR ·
- Thursday, Oct. 31: Rocktoberfest returns to downtown Rockford with festivities and entertainment.Mercer County Outlook ·
- Thursday, Oct. 31: Spook the Blocks returns for downtown Rockford's traditional trick-or-treating.Rock River Current ·
- Payton Sullivan is coming to Rockford with Sugarland; concert details to follow.MyStateline ·
Schools & kids
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