Rockford Sun

Whitman Street in Rockford set to reopen after major reconstruction

By W. N. Walters | Oct 24, 2025

Whitman Street in Rockford is scheduled to reopen to traffic on Monday, October 27 at noon following a two-year reconstruction project.

Fire and Police Commission appoints Rebecca Tyo as Rockford’s new fire chief

By W. N. Walters | Oct 14, 2025

Rebecca Tyo has been appointed as the new chief of the Rockford Fire Department following a unanimous vote by the Fire and Police Commission.