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Rockford shoppers can once again visit Toys R Us after the brand opened a new store inside CherryVale Mall.

Here's when Illinois residents should get rid of their pumpkins.

Find out how an Illinois family discovered a southern flying squirrel in their toilet.

An 18-year-old Chicago high school senior turned a chance meeting with Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong into a viral TikTok challenge, hoping to convince the baseball star to attend his 2027 graduation.

Ashmore Estates has a dark history, chilling ghost stories, and a reputation as one of the most haunted places in Illinois. Here's why paranormal investigators keep coming back.

The fall foliage around Northern Illinois is nearing its peak, but the colorful leaves may not last much longer. Here's why this year's colors look different and what a local meteorologist wants you to know.

A Wisconsin couple's wedding became a Brewers watch party, and their honeymoon plans might depend on the World Series.

Rockford listeners overwhelmingly prefer Saturday Halloween, but some still believe October 31 should stay right where it is.

Nearly half of Illinois counties are now exploring whether to break away from the state, frustrated over Chicago's outsized influence on Springfield decisions.

Six Flags is adding seat belts to three major roller coasters following a fatal accident in Georgia last month.

After his family's $6,300 World Series tickets became unavailable just hours before the game, Milwaukee Brewers fan Brandon Barker received an unexpected offer of four free tickets from SeatGeek for a potential Game 6.

One of comedy's biggest names is coming to your backyard in November, and the ticket sales support cancer treatment and research in our community.

A Rockford homeowner who created a Halloween display on Guilford Road has been cited for offensive use of property and faces a November court date.

One of Wisconsin's creepiest haunted attractions is less than two hours from Rockford. With three haunted houses and more than 135 monster actors, this Halloween adventure sounds terrifying!

Think you know Twin Sister Hills Park? Beyond its winter sledding fun, this Rockford park is connected to eerie local legends about haunted woods, ghostly voices, and a mysterious hanging tree.

Illinois police are warning scooter owners about a growing theft problem. The thieves know exactly where to disable the locks.

Rockford's Beef-a-Roo comeback just got more exciting! A new website lists all eight locations expected to reopen, and fans finally have an opening date to look forward to.

A Chicago Bears takeover is coming to McHenry Outdoor Theater with Staley, giveaways and Little Giants for $30 per vehicle.