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Uncover hidden gems in the heart of the Midwest, such as Decorah, Iowa, offering art galleries, live entertainment, and a love for Laura Ingalls Wilder.

I know, you've been thinking about the billions and billions of cicadas that are going to come popping out of the ground in the next few weeks and you've completely forgotten (unless you're seriously bug-phobic) about the creepy-crawlies that make their presence known every spring here in Illinois. Don't worry, the bugs haven't forgotten.

We've been turning right on red in Illinois (and most of the rest of the country) for 50-plus years, but now several places are banning the practice while others consider doing so for a reason that maybe you don't think of while making that right turn on red.

Your quick guide to where you can and can't go for last minute items on Easter Sunday.

They'll send you fake emails, they'll send you fake texts, and because those two scamming methods work so well, scammers will also call you and pretend to represent Amazon.com. The goal is the same for all three techniques: get a hold of your money and/or your personal information. Here's what to look for.

Where would you go if you were told that you had to leave the Illinois city or town in which you currently reside, but had to stay within Illinois' borders? Well, if you're looking for a lower cost-of-living, here are about 50 places in our state where you get more bang for your buck.

What are some of the reasons why a city might be considered ugly? Perceptions of poverty, crime, and industrial decline can shape how cities are viewed.

Too many rapes, murders, armed robberies, aggravated assaults, and other violent crimes are why 2 Illinois cities rank amongst the 20 most dangerous in the country.

Flying can be a stressful experience and O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, Illinois is one of the worst. Kansas City's airport isn't far behind.

When you live in a town for so long you start to see the good, the bad, and the ugly. In Belvidere, Illinois, many believe it's just "a place to drive through", but I beg to differ.