Suspect in Rockford shooting dies after hostage release, standoff with DeKalb County police.

A suspect in a Rockford shooting was fatally shot by DeKalb County police after a standoff involving a hostage. The incident began with a vehicle pursuit following a stop request. The suspect, armed with a handgun, held a hostage in the car. After lengthy negotiations, the hostage was released unharmed. However, the suspect then fired at police, leading to officers returning fire, resulting in the suspect's death. An independent investigation is underway.