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I almost started this by saying "everyone swears," but that's not exactly true. I should say that everyone I know and associate with swears, but I am open to the possibility that there are those who keep their language clean and neat at all times. This piece is not for them.

Sweet or savory, don't worry about finding the perfect place to dine at. Rockford is all about breakfast and has endless options for you and your entire family.

The Cicadapocalypse of Illinois has officially begun. And an absolutely disgusting video that went viral on Facebook has confirmed it.

If you've been paying attention over the years, you know that the hardest and heaviest drinking takes place in that cheese-loving state just north of Illinois, but when you look at all the numbers, you'll see that some of the Midwest's biggest drinkers are spread all over the place.

Unplug and unwind in the peaceful surroundings. Campsites offering a serene retreat for campers seeking a connection with nature and a break from technology.

Discover the fascinating history of McDonald's, originally a drive-in in California, transformed into a global powerhouse by Ray Kroc from Illinois.

When you're on a road trip and running low on fuel or need a quick bathroom break, the small convenience store/gas stations just off the interstate are an oasis during a long drive.

I will admit that I'm not a math genius, but these are numbers that are just staggering to me. Did you know that the richest woman in Illinois is more than 8 times wealthier than even Julia Roberts and I have so many questions.

UMass Dartmouth commencement speaker Rob Hale and his wife Karen gifted $1,000 cash to each graduating senior – with a stipulation.

Wisconsin is apparently a hotspot for safe hospitals.