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Eddie Vedder surprised a 12-year-old musician at the Obama Presidential Center by giving her one of his personal guitars after they performed together.

After years of anticipation, construction on Wisconsin's first Buc-ee's is about to begin. Here's what Illinois drivers need to know about the massive new travel stop.

Somewhere between the venue deposit and the florist estimate, a lot of Illinois couples get their first real look at what a wedding actually costs in 2026.

Could Patrick Kane return to Chicago? The veteran is a free agent, and some believe he'd be the perfect mentor for Connor Bedard.

Turns out that citronella candle on the patio table is doing a lot less than most people think — and there are better options worth knowing about.

When a dinner dispute escalates into a full-blown disruption, it raises questions about community behavior.

The Boone County Fair returns August 11-16, but one longtime tradition is missing. Here's why there's no country concert this year and why the fair is still worth attending.

The McCheapest map tracks Big Mac prices at 10,000 McDonald's locations, including where you'll pay the least and most around Rockford.

Turns out 59,000 babies born last year were quietly named after American cities — and some of those names might surprise you.

A new ranking named Little Goat Diner in Chicago one of America's 10 best diners after researchers analyzed reviews, searches, and social media.

Illinois is reporting numerous cases in a growing Cyclospora outbreak. Health officials still don't know what's causing it, making food safety extra important this Fourth of July.

Hallmark is bringing its NFL holiday movie series to Chicago — and they're looking for real Bears fans, golden retrievers, and yes, people with impressive mustaches.

As the aroma of sizzling burgers fills the air, this festival transforms a small town into burger paradise.

You won't believe what the police found hidden away in an old warehouse — it’s like something straight out of a crime movie.

Wanna win a $500 prepaid Visa Gift Card to help you prep for a new school year?

Dreaming of an ocean vacation but not the price tag? These four Wisconsin beaches offer stunning water, sandy shores, and relaxing getaway vibes just a short drive from Illinois.

Wahlburgers is officially gone from Illinois for now after its last restaurant closed in St. Charles, though a new location is reportedly in the works.

Beef-a-Roo has been a Rockford favorite for generations, but payroll issues, restaurant closures, and reports of another sale have longtime fans wondering what comes next.