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Thousands of workers are facing uncertainty as major layoffs sweep across Illinois. The latest WARN Act report reveals some surprising numbers that hit close to home.

Illinois travelers may need to rethink their summer flights after Southwest Airlines announced it will stop operating out of Chicago O'Hare International Airport starting June 4, 2026.

Hamilton is offering Chicago fans a ticket lottery where winners can buy seats for just $10 at the CIBC Theatre before the Broadway hit leaves the city.

An NFL player tells his son he is joining the Green Bay Packers and the kid’s excited reaction quickly goes viral across social media.

March 13th brought strong winds that rattled Illinois, but wait until you hear about the wild gusts we've faced over the years.

Wedding bells are ringing, but so are the alarm bells—scammers are lurking during this busy expo season. Here’s what to watch out for.

A local man's night took a bizarre twist at the grocery store, and it involved a rooster and some questionable choices.

Walking through the frozen foods aisle, you can't help but notice Wisconsin's obsession with frozen pizza—113% above the national average says it all.

A powerful Midwest storm will bring damaging 60 mph winds to northern Illinois Friday before a potential winter storm drops up to 8 inches of snow across Rockford and Chicago early next week.

Chicago native Amy Madigan is the Oscar favorite for Best Supporting Actress for her chilling role in Weapons. Her last nomination was nearly 40 years ago.

The Rockford IceHogs will honor the legendary Rockford Icemen this April, but many fans still wonder what happened to the dominant high school hockey dynasty that ruled Illinois for years.

With a growing number of folks leaving Illinois, the reasons are worth considering. Is it the cost of living, jobs, or something else entirely?

Ravinia Festival 2026 lineup features Paul Simon, Chance the Rapper, Bonnie Raitt and 100-plus concerts. Tickets go on sale April 23 at Ravinia.org.

An EF-3 tornado and massive hail hit Kankakee, Illinois on March 10, leaving serious damage behind. Photos and videos from residents show just how powerful this storm system was.

In a wild twist of weather, northern Illinois may have just witnessed hail history in the making. Let’s take a closer look.

As technology and community unite, a missing dog in the northwest suburbs finds her way home after a remarkable drone-assisted rescue. What a heartwarming story to share!

The numbers behind food sales at Lambeau are staggering, hinting at a community that truly knows how to celebrate game day in style.

Imagine being pulled over by someone who isn't a cop at all. This Wisconsin man learned the hard way that impersonation has serious consequences.