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The spa named most beautiful in Illinois has a Chinese name that means "flowing waters".

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is recruiting campground hosts for the 2026 season at several state parks, offering volunteers free camping while assisting visitors.

Before you step foot into someone else’s house in Rockford, you might want to check what’s on your feet.

A staple for any of us not rawdogging a flight: headphones.

Every St. Patrick’s Day the Chicago River turns emerald green. Discover when the dyeing begins and the best spots to watch this iconic Chicago celebration.

Someone in Harvard, Illinois is $1.15M richer, and it all started at a small suburban gas station.

Who knew a casual game of UNO could lead to a $10,000 prize? Ian Thompson’s story is a game-changer.

Chicago is rolling out the welcome mat for a two-day bash, where music and merriment will take over the streets.

You wouldn't want any of these coming into your house to drop off eggs while your family is asleep.

A high-paying summer job opportunity is opening soon near Rockford. Frito-Lay will begin accepting applications March 11 for seasonal positions paying more than $22 per hour.

A Chicago-area man says he's out more than $30,000 after falling victim to a scam that involved cryptocurrency. He's speaking out in hopes to warn others.

Rockford once hosted regular WWE house shows at the BMO Center, but the company has shifted away from touring mid sized cities like Rockford.

Rockford residents are warning neighbors about a suspicious scam spreading through Nextdoor where scammers pose as families needing homecare help and attempt to collect personal information.

Imagine never having to adjust your clocks again. Illinois lawmakers are stirring up a familiar debate that could change our daily rhythms for good.

Illinois racing legend Danica Patrick is leaving Sky Sports F1 after five seasons on the broadcast team covering Formula 1 races.

In Illinois, hitting that top 10% income bracket requires some serious cash. But how does that stack up against nearby states? Let’s break it down.

In Milwaukee, a neighborhood dispute spiraled into tragedy over a chicken dinner. It’s hard to fathom how quickly things can escalate.

Picture this: the Chicago River dyed green, music blasting, and drinks flowing — it’s the kind of celebration that makes you feel alive.