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RAILROAD VIADUCT: Due to emergency repairs, the eastbound lane of Broadway at the railroad viaduct is closed. We expect work to be completed by the end of the day on Friday. Eastbound Broadway traffic will be detoured down 15th Street to 23rd Avenue.

FUNDING PROGRAMS: We are currently running two programs for businesses and property owners. Don't miss the opportunity to apply!

DENIM DAY: As the longest-running sexual violence prevention and education campaign, Denim Day asks people to wear jeans as a visible way to highlight misconceptions surrounding sexual violence.

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU: Join the Community Relations Commission’s Open Forum on Thurs, May 8 at 5:30 p.m. in City Council Chambers. Share your ideas & concerns — sign up to speak at rockfordil.gov/openforum. Can’t attend? Email [email protected].

EXCELLENCE IN FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT: We’re proud to share that the City of Rockford has earned the GFOA’s prestigious Triple Crown — an honor awarded to fewer than 0.5% of local governments nationwide for excellence in financial reporting, budgeting and transparency.

Lace up for a cause! Join Rockford Fire for the 21st Annual 911 Run on Sat, June 7, 2025 at 9:11 AM (Station 5 – 391 N. Trainer Rd). Proceeds support fire prevention & burn survivor camp, Camp I Am Me. 👟🔥 Register: runsignup.com/Race/IL/Rockfo… #911Run #Rockford

ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO RETIRE: Retirement Living, which researches across the US for resources that provide health, excitement, and stability for retirees, has ranked Rockford the third best place to retire! retirementliving.com/best-cities-to…

ROAD CLOSURE: Our Water Division is currently making an emergency water main repair in the 2000 block of N Rockton Ave. Rockton Ave is closed at Lawndale Ave to all traffic heading southbound.

TRAFFIC CRASH at the intersection of N. Alpine and Guilford/Brendenwood. All lanes are shut down and injuries are unknown at this time. Please follow this thread for updates.

BARRICADED SUBJECT: RPD officers are on the scene of a barricaded man in the 1500 block of Burton. Please avoid the area while we investigate.

The investigation of the barricaded subject on Burton has concluded. There are no further details available at this time.

HEADS UP: This Sunday, Rockford will host the IRONMAN. While this is a major honor, it also means there will be temporary road closures. Plan ahead for alternate routes! Be patient, kind and supportive — and proud that Rockford is attracting such a premier sporting event.

RPD, family, and friends of 70 y/o Mary Cordell need your assistance in locating her. She is described as 5'0", 185 pounds, wearing a floral shirt and light brown pants. Mary was last seen on June 19, 2025, at the RMTD Transfer Station on Lyford Road. Please call 815-966-2900.

TRAFFIC ALERT: The intersection of E. Jefferson and N. 2nd is currently operating under stop sign control. The southbound and westbound left lanes at the intersection are temporarily closed as our team replaces the signal mast arm. Work is expected to be completed today.

EMERGENCY REPAIR: The Water Division is making an emergency water main repair in the 200 block of Kishwaukee St. Kishwaukee St. is closed between Walnut St and 2nd Ave to all traffic. Work is expected to last up to three to five business days, weather permitting.

AVOID GUILFORD AND PERRYVILLE: We are aware of a tree down at the intersection of Guilford and Perryville. The area is flooded and the traffic lights are out. Please avoid that intersection.

FLASH FLOOD WARNING: Flash flood warning in effect until midnight.

STATE STREET AND N TRAINER ROAD: The intersection at State Street and N. Trainer Road (in front of Target) is quickly collecting water. Please avoid that intersection.

🚨IMPORTANT REMINDERS: • Drive with extra caution. • Watch for high water on roadways, downed trees, debris and possible road closures/detours. • Never attempt to drive through flooded areas — even a few inches of water can sweep a vehicle away. • Turn around, don’t drown.

UPDATE ON OUR SEARCH FOR A NEW FIRE CHIEF: The Fire and Police Commission, in consultation with Industrial/Organizational Solutions, just announced that the job description/requirements for Fire Chief are available and applications are now being accepted. rockfordil.gov/CivicAlerts.as…