Americans struggle with rising debt, auto loan, and credit card delinquencies with escalating financial challenges looming.

After a brief break, there's more snow coming this weekend. Be especially aware Friday evening; that next round of snow isn't with us for long but packs a punch. Chief Meteorologist Alex Kirchner previews the rounds of snow and cold ahead.

Woman exposes racial slur on oil change sticker from dealership, demands accountability and justice for discrimination.

Rockford man arrested in non-fatal shooting incident, facing charges including aggravated battery and domestic battery.

Jets release Aaron Rodgers following injury-prone season, leaving future in question. New York Jets move on without Rodgers.

Freeport men arrested after police seize firearm ammunition and suspected cocaine.

FEMA funding chaos, halted grants, delayed payments amid federal aid freeze, sparking uproar and lawsuits.

WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY: Minor winter impacts are likely. Travel with lots of caution during the advisory. Go to for more information. Expires 2/15 6:00AM

WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY: Minor winter impacts are likely. Travel with lots of caution during the advisory. Go to for more information. Expires 2/15 6:00AM

Sen. Tina Smith will not seek reelection in 2026, sparking a competitive Democratic primary in Minnesota.

Denny's closes extra restaurants amid growth plans and struggles with inflation, causing share prices to drop.

Loves Park Fire Department rescues pets from house fire on Thompson Road, minimal damage reported.

Rockford woman sentenced to 8 years in prison for arson, domestic battery.

Fremont City Council passes controversial law criminalizing aid to homeless encampments, drawing concerns from advocates.

Here are a few snow totals from across the area, highest totals are mainly northwest. Thankfully, Thursday brings us a brief break with lots of sunshine before yet another round of accumulating snow arrives. Check the latest here:

Senate confirms Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Health and Human Services secretary after contentious hearings and votes.

Paramount channels set to disappear from YouTube TV on February 13 as contract negotiations stall.

Ceasefire between Israel and Hamas jeopardized by disputes over hostages in Gaza, potential return to fighting.

President Trump announces plans for new reciprocal tariffs, aiming to even the trade score with other nations.

Car plows into crowd in Munich, Germany, injuring at least 28 people in suspected attack.