Dry conditions and record warmth have resulted in an elevated fire risk for our hometowns.

Watch bison roam above the Illinois River at this scenic Illinois state park with bluff views, prairie trails, and a day trip ...

On Presidents’ Day, many people are off of school or work. But why? It all started back in 1885, according to The U.S.

Meet lions, gorillas, and penguins for free while Chicago’s skyline steals the show, this Illinois zoo blends wild moments ...

Plan a classic road trip in the year ahead. Here are five ways to hit the open road.

An Oscar winner, he was known for disappearing into wide-ranging roles in movies like “Apocalypse Now” and “The Godfather” ...

College administrators can be counted on to never change; they remain committed to writing bad contracts that they will ...

The National Weather Service and EPA have warned that conditions over a major US city have trapped airborne toxins near ...

Chick-N-Dip in Hampshire, Illinois is exactly that kind of place—a nostalgic throwback serving up what might just be the best fried chicken you’ll ever sink your teeth into. The moment you pull into ...

The City of Peoria is opening a new Fire Station 16, replacing the oldest station in the department, with upgraded alerting and air bottle filling systems, improved health and safety features, and ...

Sometimes, different doctors offer different medical opinions. So, too, do national NFL analysts, but most would agree with the prescribed […] ...

Dwight "Bo" Lamar, a basketball legend at UL, has died aged 74. Lamar, a three-time All-American player, achieved fame for his unforgettable performance from 1969-73.