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The Illinois Department of Revenue is warning residents about a nationwide scam involving fake text messages claiming to process tax refunds.

With a legacy of great pizza, it’s surprising to see Illinois rank low in search queries. Perhaps knowing your favorite pizzeria is a badge of honor?

Get ready for a day of costumes and candy as downtown Rockford transforms into a Halloween wonderland this Saturday. It’s a family affair you won’t want to miss!

Check out Waldvogel’s Farm in Juneau, WI — over 90 acres with 80+ attractions like corn mazes, pumpkin jumping, petting zoos, and 40+ pumpkin varieties.

In a world of big cities, these two Wisconsin gems are proving that smaller can be better. The reasons behind their success are worth a listen.

Eat This, Not That asked chefs for their favorite pizza in America, and four Midwest spots—two in Chicago, two in Wisconsin—made the cut.

For those of us who grew up in the '70s and '80s, the line between reality and fiction was as blurry as the static on late-night TV—let's dive into the movies, shows, and moments that kept us up at night (and maybe still do).

WalletHub ranked all 50 states for happiness, and Illinois didn’t make the top 20. See where we landed and how we compare to our Midwest neighbors.

Rockford Police are investigating a fatal stabbing that left a man dead under the Whitman Street Bridge early Tuesday morning.

Haunted or folklore? At Rockford University, Adams’ Arch, Clark Arts Center, and the now-demolished McGaw Hall all come with stories of laughter in the dark, apparitions, and unexplained voices.

What happens when a grown man takes a page from childhood? Just wait until you hear about the rock-throwing incident in Elmhurst.

Picture this: a grandfather's late-night party turns into a police bust. It’s a surprising reminder of how times have changed regarding underage drinking.

An 18-year-old Rockford man, William Ellis, died Friday night after being shot on Locust Street, prompting an ongoing police investigation.

Three Machesney Park gas stations were cited after a coordinated compliance check revealed clerks sold alcohol to minors.

Tired of the same haunted houses? Try the “Tunnel of Terror”, a haunted car wash in Loves Park, IL.

Classic Italian restaurants La Scarola and The Village keep Chicago’s food history alive and thriving.

Illinois schools dominate Niche’s 2025 rankings, with Glenbrook District 225 topping the list and four more Illinois districts landing in America’s top ten.

Home Run Holiday Lights launches Nov 14 at ABC Supply Stadium in Beloit, with over a million lights, train rides, scavenger hunts, crafts, refreshments & more.