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Chicago's dining scene earned more national recognition as four Illinois hotel restaurants made OpenTable's Top 100 list.

Chicago's newest Portillo's will be unlike any other, thanks to a unique feature being built especially for Wrigleyville crowds.

Country Thunder updated its lineup after Zach John King canceled to grieve the unexpected loss of his father.

That campfire smell in the air this week isn't coming from your neighbor's backyard — it's traveled hundreds of miles from Canada, and today might be the worst of it.

Most people think tick season ends when summer does. In Northern Illinois, that assumption can get you into trouble.

If you regularly drive on the Illinois Tollway, you may want to prepare for some higher tolls starting next year.

If it seems like earwigs are taking over your house right now, you're not imagining it.

Illinois flags will fly at half-staff from July 16 through July 18, 2026, after Governor JB Pritzker issued an order honoring and remembering Senator Lindsey Graham.

Fall lovers, rejoice. Richardson Adventure Farm has revealed its massive 2026 corn maze design along with all the family fun returning to Spring Grove, Illinois this season.

The White Sox made history by giving first-round pick Roch Cholowsky a record $10.35 million signing bonus.

The Old Farmer's Almanac just released its 2026 fall outlook, and Northern Illinois could be in for cooler temperatures and classic fall weather.

Looking for a hot dog today? Rockford-area restaurants and convenience stores are offering special National Hot Dog Day deals.

If you've spotted a turkey hen lately with a bunch of tiny fluffballs trailing behind her, you're actually watching one of Illinois wildlife's quiet comeback stories play out in real time.

It started with a stomachache. For hundreds of people across Illinois, that stomachache turned into something that lasted weeks.

Many Illinois homeowners don't realize one common lawn care habit is actually against the law and could put drivers and motorcyclists at risk.

United's newest planes will feature Economy Plus seating that swaps the middle seat for a shared table and more personal space.

A group of Wisconsin teens became heroes after rushing into a burning home to rescue an elderly couple and their family. Their bravery is restoring faith in the next generation.

Illinois just added a new state symbol, and it hums. The black-and-gold bumblebee is now officially part of the list — alongside popcorn, pumpkin pie, and yes, a state microbe.