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These scams are becoming easier and more sophisticated, mainly due to the advances in technology.

Artificial intelligence is making life more convenient in many ways, but it's also giving scammers a powerful new tool.

Six Flags unloads seven underperforming parks in a $331M sale. Chicago-area parks survive the cut as the company refocuses on its strongest locations.

A Chicago O'Hare Chili's layover sparked love in 2023. Now Robert Schnetz's viral airport proposal to Sarah Doss has millions swooning on TikTok.

Northern Illinois could see severe storms, warm 70 degree temperatures, and a possible return of winter all in the same week.

In a surprising turn, Walgreens is cutting jobs as part of a major reorganization. Let’s unpack what this means for workers in our area.

Nothing says spring like the cheerful chorus of songbirds returning home. Get your binoculars ready for a lively season ahead!

Stealing sunglasses may seem harmless, but this couple quickly found out that crime doesn’t pay.

Illinois emergency officials are urging residents statewide to prepare emergency plans and supplies as Severe Weather Preparedness Month highlights the dangers of spring storm season.

This year’s Shamrockin at the Pier promises to make waves, blending live music and tasty drinks into a day of celebration on the lakefront.

Rockford officials will host public meetings March 10 to share details and gather feedback on the Auburn Street Corridor Improvements project.

We now know which states will get a Buc-ee's for the first time. Here are the list of cities and potential open dates.

A terrifying case out of Illinois has left a community shaken, and praising the bravery of a young man who police say saved his mother's life.

Some of the chains will close a handful of locations while others are ceasing operations entirely.

Someone in Central Illinois could be waking up a millionaire.

The Easter Bunny is arriving at CherryVale Mall in Rockford on March 11. Mark your calendars for spring tradition.

Bears center Drew Dalman retired at 27, one year into a $42M deal. Chicago now hunts free agent help at center before the NFL Draft.

Yelp ranked America's 10 most outrageous restaurants. Milwaukee's SafeHouse, a spy-themed dining experience with secret passwords and hidden doors, made the list at No. 5.