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Forbes is shining a national spotlight on Rockford's historic Coronado Theatre, praising its incredible history, architecture and the local residents who helped save it from demolition.

Chicago has been named the most climate-resilient major city in the world. A new study says geography and strong urban infrastructure give the Windy City a surprising advantage.

Fall is peak season for skunk encounters in Illinois. Young skunks are out searching for territory, and backyards become their hunting grounds.

Thousands of hummingbirds are fueling up right now as they pass through Northern Illinois heading south for winter.

World War II Days is returning to Rockford's Midway Village Museum for its 30th year on September 26 and 27.

A 22-year-old Pearl City man was killed in a tragic Stephenson County crash, and now communities across the Stateline are coming together to support his grieving family.

After twelve years lost, this Evanston woman's beloved Chihuahua came home thanks to a microchip and some determined volunteers.

Meet Alpha Chicago, where artificial intelligence handles academics and human mentors focus on what machines can't teach.

Fall is right around the corner! Here are some of the different apple orchards, pumpkin patches, and farms across Eastern Iowa that have some fun fall activities on the calendar in 2026!

If you have ever said, "I could literally eat ice cream for a living," Snoop Dogg might have the just you're looking for!

The story behind the famous yellow slide at American Family Field.

Illinois residents have plenty of complaints, but a new WalletHub study puts the state ahead of Wisconsin in happiness. Here's where Illinois ranks and what is dragging us down.

ABC Supply Stadium in Beloit is getting a spooky makeover this October. The home of the Sky Carp will transform into the Stadium of Screams for a frightening new Halloween experience.

Possums might look creepy with those beady eyes and teeth, but they're actually doing your yard a favor by eating insects and slugs while you sleep.

Rockford just hit a tourism record that's turning heads across Illinois. Nearly 550 million dollars spent by visitors in a single year.

Spooky season is almost upon us! If you enjoy a good scare, check out one of these haunted attractions across the state of Iowa in 2026.

A Wisconsin youth football game turned ugly when a parent ran onto the field and tripped an opposing player to stop a touchdown.

The IceHogs are kicking off their season with a free block party that's got live music, food trucks, and a chance to see the players before puck drop.