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Would you sit on a supposedly haunted crypt after dark? Dartford Cemetery in Wisconsin has an eerie legend, a historic past, and ghost stories that might make you think twice about a nighttime visit.

Deer season is here, and Rockford drivers are sharing their close calls and the roads where they're seeing the most activity.

A Chicago ATM theft involved a crashed Jeep, multiple suspects and an entire stolen cash machine. Police are investigating.

Baby-name debates can last for months, but the latest Illinois rankings might make the decision even harder. See which names are topping the list in 2026.

Which states have the worst roads in the country? Find out where Illinois ranks.

Travis Scott visited Volo Museum in Illinois and purchased four collector cars, including a Lamborghini Countach and three classic American vehicles.

Illinois elementary schools just got ranked, and the results show talent spread across more communities than you might expect.

Deer whistles sound like a safety solution, but the science says they're not doing what drivers think they are.

Spooky season is finally here! If you enjoy a good scare, check out one of these haunted attractions across the state of Iowa in 2026.

The Rockford IceHogs will bring back pink ice for the first time in more than a decade on October 30, followed by a postgame Trick-or-Treat with players on November 1.

Illinoisans get an extra hour of sleep on November 1, but those early sunsets are another story. Here's when to change your clocks and the latest on efforts to end the twice-yearly time change.

Wisconsin's Beast of Bray Road is getting national attention, while Rockford has its own creepy road legends worth remembering.

Halloween falls on a Saturday in 2026, giving Rockford-area families more time for candy collecting. Check trick-or-treat times across the Stateline and find clever ways to get more mileage out of those costumes.

IDOT says 41% of deer crashes happen in the final three months of the year. Rockford-area drivers should watch for more than one deer.

Cook County saw nearly 600 deer-related crashes last year, mostly happening at dawn and dusk when visibility drops.

From seeds to medical devices to investing, the Midwest's richest people made their mark in wildly different industries.

A new casino is opening in Beloit, Wisconsin, giving Northern Illinois residents another nearby gaming destination. Here's what to expect and how it differs from Hard Rock Casino Rockford.

Think Halloween is all costumes and candy? Some Illinois communities have surprisingly strict trick-or-treating rules that could catch parents off guard. Here's what families should know.