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A summer of Rockford Rivets baseball just got more affordable with a new $150 pass covering every home game in 2027.

The Wizard of Oz premiered in Wisconsin before anywhere else, and Oconomowoc made sure nobody would forget it.

From a home improvement store to antique shops, these three Rockford-area spots offer some surprising Christmas gift ideas.

Not everyone in Illinois is basting a turkey this Thanksgiving, and the alternatives might surprise you.

Madison and Milwaukee both cracked the top 55 foodie cities in America, with Milwaukee coming in ahead of Chicago by one spot.

Before you head to Soldier Field Sunday, there's a labor dispute that could change your parking game plan.

Is Pho 815 in Rockford closed? Customers have spotted a concerning notice on the restaurant's door, and it has sparked plenty of questions about its future.

Think your phone's eavesdropping on every word? The reality is more nuanced, and there's one switch that changes everything.

Harlem, Hononegah, Byron and more Rockford-area football teams compete in the second round of the IHSA playoffs this weekend.

A scenic drive through northern Illinois caught the attention of a Colorado woman, and longtime Route 2 travelers understand why.

Illinois could be in for an interesting start to winter. A rare weather event over the Arctic could bring colder temperatures, Arctic air and more chances for snow around Thanksgiving and December.

Forget what you think you know about Illinois food. The barbecue here is legit and deserves way more attention than it gets.

One Illinois joint made a list of the 50 best burgers on Earth, rubbing elbows with Tokyo and Dublin.

Counterfeit Packers gear is flooding online marketplaces, and fans are getting burned. The team's warning shoppers to be careful where they buy.

Fireballs, planets, and a Super Moon all line up over Northern Illinois. Grab a jacket and let's talk about when to look up.

Galena, Illinois, is getting ready for a magical Christmas season. Here are three holiday events that should make this charming town a must-visit destination.

Illinois high school football could see separate championship paths for boundary and non-boundary schools under proposed IHSA changes.

Illinois is getting four Spirit Christmas stores featuring trees, decorations, animatronics and even Halloween-inspired holiday decor.