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You could live in the Midwest your entire life and not realize you've been using slang terms others might not understand.

Indulge in Portillos' latest sweet sensation - the Chocolate Cookie Cake collaboration with Milk Bar!

If you thought Illinois residents were most afraid of snakes, heights, or even clowns, guess again. A recent survey reveals the number one fear in the state, and it's definitely not what you'd expect!

Fall calls for scents that spew warmth and nostalgia—like baked cookies, spiced gingerbread, pumpkin, and that comforting essence of “sweater weather.” Not in Illinois!

Check out this Chicago spot where you can experience true "nose-to-tail" dining.

If you've spent any amount of time in Illinois, you are undoubtedly familiar with those brown bugs that show up every year around this time, looking to get into your house. Here's something that maybe you didn't know: Illinois has not just one, but 11 different types of stink bugs.

As the crisp air of autumn rolls in, Illinois transforms into a vibrant tapestry of reds, oranges, and yellows, making it a leaf-peeper’s paradise. If you're eager to catch nature's annual masterpiece before the winter chill, these top spots are the perfect places to experience the state's stunning fall foliage.

Of the two times per year that we change our clocks in one direction or the other, I think most of us would agree that turning your clocks back in the fall is a little easier for the body to deal with than moving them forward an hour in spring. In a perfect world, we'd stop doing this, but...it's not perfect and we still haven't stopped changing our clocks.

Do you remember the Gremlins, Bunnies, Kewpies and Apple Knockers etc?

Two words: Pumpkin. Spice.

October is Fire Prevention Month, a crucial time for Illinois residents to focus on safety and preparedness as the holidays quickly approach.

The question of when freezing temperatures will happen in Illinois depends heavily on where you live within the state.

Every city, town, and village throughout Illinois has their own set of Halloween ordinances, but two towns have taken it to the extreme.

Downers Grove just ranked in the 99th percentile of America’s Best Small Cities..

If you're looking for a good steak in the Midwest, anyone you ask will have an opinion on which area steakhouse is the best.

Embark on a picturesque road trip through Illinois to witness the stunning fall foliage in the Midwest. Discover scenic drives in states like Indiana, Iowa, and Michigan!

There are 7 Illinois schools that were just rated a perfect A for everything.

PepsiCo is bringing the "mountain" back to the Dew with a throwback design aimed at catching the eye of nostalgic fans.