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A quiet neighborhood turned chaotic early Friday, as a welfare check revealed more than just a late-night argument between two familiar faces.

Forest Hills Diamonds in Loves Park has closed, marking the end of an era for Rockford baseball and softball players and families who built lasting memories on its fields.

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker expressed disappointment as the Chicago Bears move closer to a proposed stadium in Indiana.

Hallmark’s The Stars Between Us is set in Illinois but was filmed in Vancouver, raising questions about movie locations and production choices.

What started as a bizarre case of naked push-ups in Wisconsin Rapids quickly escalated into a dangerous ambulance theft that left a man facing multiple felony charges.

As winter fades, those little black-and-white critters are on the move in Northern Illinois, and they're not just looking for food.

In just a few weeks, those familiar clock adjustments are back, stirring up a debate that’s been going for decades.

Remember the excitement when cannabis hit the shelves? Well, Illinois is seeing a surprising twist as sales take a downturn for the first time since legalization.

Imagine the shock of paramedics when they realize their ambulance has been stolen while treating a patient. Unbelievable, right?

Illinois flags will remain at half-staff through February 28, 2026, under an order from Governor JB Pritzker honoring Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson.

Northbound lanes of South Main Street will close February 20 for one-day watermain repairs, with detours in place and local access maintained.

Rock Valley College alum Keanu Concepcion, now a Netflix Games product manager, was named to Forbes 30 Under 30 list. His success shows community college can be a powerful launchpad.

The Wisconsin State Fair is bringing the heat this summer with an electrifying lineup that’ll have music lovers dancing all week long.

Moving can feel like a rollercoaster, but some cities make it a breeze while others are just plain stressful.

Chicago Bears stadium negotiations shift toward Indiana after state officials signal support and Illinois lawmakers halt a planned project meeting.

The move is in response to growing concerns about how social media algorithms impact children and society as a whole.

Two Illinois high school students are proving you don't have to be old enough to vote to make a difference.

A new pizza pricing study ranks the most overpriced pizza chains in America, and four of the top five chains have Rockford locations.