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Joan Cusack isn’t just a Hollywood name; she’s also a local business owner with a gift shop that’s a must-see in Chicago.

Picture yourself sifting through rows of vinyl, uncovering musical gems that transport you to another time. Wisconsin’s record stores are calling, and the adventure awaits.

Rainforest Cafe once had 59 locations in the U.S. Now, there are only these 16 restaurants.

The Cubs are marking the 10-year anniversary of their World Series championship with a new Wrigley Field landmark and a reunion of 2016 heroes.

Culver's has started swapping Mello Yello for Cherry Coke, meaning one popular secret menu drink can no longer be made.

With a heat wave rolling in next week, someone asked a question that probably more drivers have wondered about than would admit it.

Somewhere out there, a gardener is sneaking through a neighborhood after dark with an armful of zucchini, and honestly, it's a completely legitimate holiday.

Picture this: a summer night filled with fireworks, but what happens when the fun turns to fire? It's a reality for some local families.

Flannel Jam is back for year four at Hard Rock Live in Rockford — and they're still not telling anyone who's playing. That's kind of their whole thing.

As the summer sun blazes down, folks across Illinois are on the hunt for that perfect splash of cool relief in the heat.

Fido and Rover are basically retired at this point. The names people are giving their dogs now sound more like the kids in a kindergarten class.

Want to see the Bears without buying a game ticket? Free training camp registration is now open for this summer's practices.

What started as a Fourth of July gathering turned into a dramatic rescue when a group of teens saved an elderly couple and family from a house fire.

Most people in the Chicago area have never felt the ground move. This week, some of them did — and it came from an unexpected direction.

With cash slipping out of style, it’s crucial to know where using a debit card might lead to trouble. Here’s what you should keep in mind.

Who knew Wisconsin's got a treasure trove of talent? From Hollywood stars to chart-topping musicians, this state has more to offer than just cheese.

Chicago kept its title as America's bed bug capital, while Springfield and Peoria moved up in Orkin's annual rankings.

Did the ice cream sundae begin in Wisconsin? Two Rivers says yes, while New York continues to challenge that sweet claim.