ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The City of Rockford shared a "community update" on Thursday morning, informing residents of the presence of ICE vehicles.

According to city officials, an SUV with markings consistent with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) was seen parked at Rockford Police District 2 headquarters on Broadway.

At 8:23, authorities said ICE agents approached the building, which was closed at that time, but made no contact with anyone inside. The SUV departed at 8:40 p.m., authorities said.

"The Rockford Police Department had no contact with ICE before, during, or after this incident, and we have no information about whether they remain in our community," the city posted.

In Illinois, the TRUST Act, signed by former Gov. Bruce Rauner (R) in 2017, prevents state law en

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