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The Cubs’ 10-game losing streak has Chicago fans fearing another historic collapse tied to some painful MLB postseason history.

Rockford’s Briggs Mansion is gone, but its creepy ghost stories will live on forever thanks to paranormal investigators who explored the historic home.

With property tax rates hitting the roof, Illinois residents are grappling with costs that feel more like a second mortgage than a tax bill.

Pizza Hut is reviving its nostalgic 1990s restaurant experience in Illinois while also bringing back the famous BOOK IT! program.

This year, tick bites are sending more people to the ER than we've seen in years. Time to rethink those spring hikes and garden adventures.

For those who love a good scare and a cold drink, Milwaukee’s Haunted Pub Crawl promises a spine-tingling adventure through history and haunted tales.

With over 700,000 visitors last year, you can feel the buzz of excitement surrounding this summer's biggest event in aviation.

One Chicago steakhouse just earned the title of Illinois’ best prime rib destination with a thick-cut, old-school weekend special.

Illinois drive-in theaters are still thriving, with two nostalgic movie spots landing in USA Today’s top 5 in America.

A Sycamore family escaped a dangerous house fire Friday night after their dog alerted them before smoke alarms even sounded.

Rockford is losing a major piece of history today as demolition begins on the 163-year-old Briggs Mansion on East State Street.

QR codes have become more than just a quick way to check a menu—they're now attracting the attention of scammers. Let's talk about why caution is key.

With over 21,000 thefts reported, one car is raising eyebrows and concerns in the community.

A recent popular theory has people rethinking how they sit in Adirondack chairs.

From restaurants shaped like UFOs to those serving mouth-watering menu items we need in the U.S., here is a look at fascinating McDonald's locations from around the world.

Seriously, you need to stop doing these things before no one shows up the next time you invite people over for a cookout.

Three tropical destinations are coming to Chicago Rockford International Airport in 2027, including nonstop flights to Costa Rica for the very first time.

Baby cows, goats, ducklings, jumping pillows, and wine slushies? This Iowa farm festival might be the perfect summer road trip for Illinois families.