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Brookfield Zoo hosts Chicago Roaring Nights with summer concerts, animal experiences, and conservation support.

Rising tuition costs have families rethinking college degrees. Some majors promise a quick jump into six-figure salaries — let’s break down the best bets.

Bremer Family Size Italian Style Meatballs sold at ALDI are being recalled over potential metal contamination.

Imagine a culinary showdown in Illinois where the Italian Beef sandwich is taking center stage in a light-hearted legislative debate.

A 13-year-old from Grayslake is donating birthday cake kits to a local food pantry each month, proving that small acts of kindness can make a big difference.

A 25-year-old Rockford man was arrested in Cherry Valley after allegedly robbing a victim at gunpoint on Garrison Avenue, with police recovering a loaded handgun and Adderall pills.

With spring just around the corner, those scenic drives in Illinois are calling out to adventure-seekers ready for a road trip.

Picture this: a bustling deli filled with the smell of fresh bread and savory meats, just like the good old days of family errands.

Forget what you think you know about barbecue — Illinois is full of mouthwatering surprises just waiting to be tasted.

Zaxbys has opened its first Illinois restaurant in Plainfield and will celebrate with a February 24 ribbon cutting featuring major giveaways, including free chicken for a year.

Lio Cundiff dove into icy Lake Michigan after an 8-month-old was blown into the water in her stroller. He saved her despite not knowing how to swim and is now recovering as supporters rally behind him.

Chicago’s Green Mill ranks among America’s top Prohibition-era speakeasies, surviving the alcohol ban and hosting jazz legends.

A recent Supreme Court ruling has left many in Illinois wondering about a financial windfall—could families be in line for a surprise refund?

More than half a million Illinois families are waking up to life-changing news: their medical debt is gone.

A handful of customers complained about finding glass in their frozen meals.

From emotional highs to unfortunate disasters during intense competition, take a look back at some of the best photos from the 2026 Winter Olympics.

GasBuddy finds Sunday is the cheapest day to buy gas in Illinois, while midweek prices spike due to price cycling.

Midweek fill-ups could hit your wallet harder than you think. It’s fascinating how the calendar affects gas prices across the region.