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A 65-inch TV is not exactly easy to sneak past the front door — but that didn't stop one Dodgeville man from giving it a shot at Walmart.

Both drivers walked away, both were over the legal limit, and neither one had insurance. Sometimes a story just stacks up like that.

With back-to-school season approaching, northern Illinois families still have several major events—including Festa Italiana, National Night Out, and the Winnebago County Fair—to enjoy

A travel option many Rockford flyers loved is disappearing. American Airlines has announced its shuttle service to O'Hare will end this October, less than a year after launching.

After dozens of drivers passed by, one Illinois teenager turned around to investigate a crashed car. That simple decision likely saved a woman's life.

Wrigley Field landed near the bottom of a new MLB stadium friendliness ranking, finishing behind Chicago's Rate Field.

Illinois is launching the FRESH program to provide automatic $400 payments to eligible residents who recently lost SNAP benefits.

Wasps get a bad reputation, and honestly, a lot of it is earned — but there's more going on with these backyard insects than most people realize.

The Perseid meteor shower alone is worth staying up for, but this August, Illinois gets two more sky events on top of it.

Somewhere between the unlocked door and the borrowed clothes, this story takes a turn nobody saw coming — well, except the cameras.

An orange cat with a dark collar is officially a person of interest in Madison right now, and the full story is worth a listen.

As Rockford prepares for a new mayor, some residents are questioning whether the city should consider a regulated system that allows ATVs and side-by-sides on public streets, similar to Billings, Montana.

Laura Skelly shared the story of an unexpected pet visiting Skelly's Sunflower Experience while revealing some of her favorite things about life on the farm.

That tiny yellow-and-black bug following you around Illinois might not be a sweat bee. Learn the surprising difference between sweat bees and hoverflies.

Many Rockford residents are wondering what happened to Dos Reales Mexican Restaurant. After months of closure and few updates, the restaurant's future remains uncertain.

Tony Romo refused a preliminary breath test during a July traffic stop, according to newly released bodycam footage.

Certain Red's Steak, Cilantro & Lime Burritos sold at Illinois Costco stores are under a public health alert because some boxes actually contain egg.

Explore 30 of the highest-rated free things to do in Minnesota, from scenic outdoor attractions to museums, landmarks and more.