Larry Morrissey

Public Safety Key Issue In Rockford Mayoral Race

Mike Moen — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 11:32:33 +0000

Illinois’ municipal elections are less than two weeks away. In Rockford, three candidates are running for mayor, including the incumbent Larry Morrissey. One of the key issues on the campaign trail has been public safety.

Morrissey Addresses Concerns of Police Force

WNIJ — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 11:56:28 +0000

Rockford Mayor Larry Morrissey has commented on concerns about the city's police force through a news release. Dozens of people marched in protest this week over recent officer-involved shootings. Morrissey says the city supports the free expression of community concerns.

Morrissey To Seek Another Term

Mike Moen — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 13:20:04 +0000

Rockford Mayor Larry Morrissey will run for reelection next spring. A formal announcement is expected later this month.

The mayor's campaign posted on its website that a campaign kickoff event will be held September 27th in downtown Rockford.

Rockford Airport Area Road Plan: More Business, More Jobs

Susan Stephens — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 22:56:50 +0000

A major road reconstruction project bordering the Chicago-Rockford International Airport is expected to boost business in the region.

Rockford mayor urges 'world class' effort

Mike Moen and Guy Stephens — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 16:12:57 +0000

Rockford’s Mayor says the city must strive to be a "world-class" community in order to be competitive. Speaking at the Rockford Chamber of Commerce annual business lunch, Larry Morrissey said Rockford is home to a number of world-class companies.