One for the record books

July 4th, 2012 will be remembered as the hottest 4th in Rockford's history.  That's because during the afternoon hours the mercury rose to 102 degrees.  This breaks the old record of 101° set all the way back in 1911!  In fact, looking at other area highs Wednesday afternoon and several locations reached 100 degree heat.  More of the same can be expected this afternoon and possibly again Friday. 

Excessive Heat Warnings continue for northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.