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DNA · LahoreROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Mercyhealth is suspending hospital services at its Rockton Avenue facility, with the expectation that the former Rockford Memorial Hospital may eventually become a senior living facility. Mercyhealth Vice President Kara Sankey issued a statement to Eyewitness News on Monday, saying, “Mercyhealth has filed with the state for temporary suspension of services in the main hospital building. We will still maintain many clinica…See the Story
Mercyhealth Suspends Hospital Services at Rockton Avenue Campus
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Rockford, Illinois · RockfordROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Division Chief Brian Carlson has been named as the new interim fire chief for the Rockford Fire Department, in its effort to replace outgoing Chief Michelle Pankow. Earlier this month, Pankow was appointed as the Illinois State Fire Marshall. Carlson has served with the fire department for 27 years and has been the Division Chief of Administration. He will step into the Interim Chief role on July 9th. According to the rul…See the Story
Carlson to become interim leader of Rockford Fire Department as search continues for new chief
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Illinois State Budget Allocates $10 Million for Rockford Projects
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Rockford veteran receives donated home from Marshmallow's HOPE
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US Marshals take wanted Rockford man into custody on weapons charges
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Machensey Park woman accused of attacking elderly, disabled victim with extension cord
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Rockford police identify driver in hit-and-run that hurt 15-year-old
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Man sentenced to 165 years for 2021 Rockford Kwik Mart murder
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Rockford police and fire departments seek additional chaplains for support
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Here's who's running against Pritzker for Illinois Governor in 2026
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