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Looking for a different kind of Halloween scare? This Wisconsin attraction lets you trade the traditional haunted house for a terrifying walk through the woods.

Two Illinois restaurants just made the New York Times' 50 best in America list. One serves roast chicken that'll change how you think about bistro food.

DoorDash and Costco just teamed up in Rockford, bringing bulk shopping straight to your door with no delivery fees for DashPass members.

Toilet papering might seem harmless, but Illinois law says otherwise once things get messy. A recent homecoming prank in Channahon turned violent.

Spirit Halloween's taking over 56 spots across Illinois this season, turning empty storefronts into costume wonderlands for a few months.

A historic Rockford motorcycle dealership just received official confirmation from Harley-Davidson that changes its place in motorcycle history. The discovery dates back to 1909.

One man's attempted break-in at a local restaurant ended with him trapped in a vent and facing police, thanks to a triggered alarm.

Football shaped this region in ways most people never consider. A new exhibit at the Elmhurst History Museum lays out the whole story.

Wisconsin comedian Charlie Berens is taking on a serious issue with Build Wisconsin Better, a new group focused on data centers. Here’s why Illinois residents should pay attention.

Major pork producers agreed to pay over 117 million dollars to settle claims they artificially inflated prices between 2014 and 2018. Illinois consumers who bought bacon, chops, or ribs during that period might qualify for compensation.

A former Chicago funeral home is being transformed into a new bar called Afterlife. The owners say it won't be haunted, but I'm not sure I'm brave enough to find out.

The Bears are ditching boring stadium food. The 2026 menu includes everything from sushi pops to pork belly ramen and Dr Pepper-brined pork sandwiches.

Chicago's getting a mad scientist bar this fall, and it's only sticking around through Halloween. Drinks served as experiments, Halloween vibes, and it all goes down at Puttery on Randolph.

Heavy metal meets gourmet burgers at this Chicago spot where every sandwich rocks a band name and the walls tell stories through memorabilia.

Four strangers jumped into action after a Wisconsin propane driver suffered cardiac arrest behind the wheel. His incredible survival is a powerful reminder that everyday people can save lives.

An old weather saying claims the first snow arrives six weeks after the final September thunderstorm. With storms in the forecast, could Northern Illinois see snow around Halloween?

Illinois ghost tours blend local history with paranormal stories, perfect timing as Halloween approaches and the nights get darker.

Locals have some strong opinions about how visitors should behave in Chicago, and most of it comes down to basic sidewalk courtesy.