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Luke Bryan’s “Word On The Street” Tour stops at Alpine Valley this September, offering Midwest fans a high-energy night of country music with top supporting acts.

“I never thought my house in Rochester would be one of the statistics…until it was.”

As the bitter cold sets in, some everyday items in your car are at serious risk. Here's what to keep inside this winter.

Noodles & Company closed dozens of locations and plans more shutdowns in 2026, raising questions about Illinois stores.

Sub zero temperatures forced multiple girls and boys basketball games across the Rockford area to be canceled or rescheduled.

There are four classic love languages we tend to stick by, which one is your favorite?

With subzero temps in Northern Illinois, clear ice from walkways, protect pipes, and make sure furnace exhaust pipes and gas meters aren’t blocked to avoid carbon monoxide and heating failure.

Imagine a classroom where every day feels like a celebration. This week’s Teacher of the Week transforms learning into an unforgettable adventure for her students.

Here's a list of the top places locals said you must try when you're passing through Freeport or need a fun date night spot!

Northern Illinois is in the grips of a deep freeze, and with it comes a curious phenomenon that might catch you off guard.

You can almost feel the excitement in the air as Woodstock gears up for its iconic Groundhog Day festival — it’s a celebration like no other!

2025 is on its way out, and we're already looking forward to some of the big shows coming up in 2026! Check out a rundown of Iowa concerts and comedy shows on the schedule for next year (so far)!

Illinois is expanding hiring at juvenile justice facilities statewide with mandatory screenings for full-time positions starting at $65,004.

Illinois officials are warning residents to prepare for a multi-wave winter storm combining heavy snow in the south with extreme, life-threatening cold across the state.

Picture this: rows of cereal boxes toppling over in a colorful display, all to help those in need. It's more than just a challenge; it's a movement.

As extreme cold hits the Midwest, don't forget IDOT’s Zero Weather Road Patrols will run 24/7 searching for stranded drivers. Call 999 if stuck and stay inside your car until help arrives.

With temperatures dipping, it’s time to reflect on Rockford's infamous winters. This cold snap may just be another chapter in our icy history.

I Luv K-Eats announced new ownership as a hardworking entrepreneur takes over the popular Rockford restaurant.