wqrf-tv, virtual channel 39 (uhf digital channel 42), is a fox-affiliated television station licensed to rockford, illinois, united states. the station is owned by nexstar media group, which also operates dual abc/mynetworktv affiliate wtvo (channel 17) through joint sales and shared services agreements with owner mission broadcasting. the two stations share studios and transmitter facilities on north meridian road/il 24 in rockford.