Illinois cities and towns

Affordable housing and healthcare access are driving livability in unexpected places. Can the Midwest hold its own against the usual contenders? Stay tuned to find out.

It's bad enough that one Illinois city reigns supreme in the entire nation when it comes to bedbug infestations, but it's even worse when you learn that two other Illinois cities land in the top 50 bed-buggiest cities list.

If you're thinking "safety first," you should take a look at the four Illinois cities that have been named to the list of the 25 safest places to live in the US...and consider enlisting a realtor.

Some American cities have always inspired parents to name their child after that city, and one particular Illinois town is actually the second-ranked city in the entire country for choosing a newborn baby's name. Guesses?

Although there are already plenty of honorary street names in Chicago, many people think that this particular street-naming honor should have been given to this legendary performer long ago.

Highland Park in Illinois is standing tall among the safest suburbs. With a community focus on safety, it’s no wonder folks are flocking there.

Not surprisingly, this small Illinois town has been on the receiving end of all sorts of other titles like "most charming" and "most Christmassy."

While Scarsdale shines as America’s wealthiest suburb, a few Chicago suburbs are making headlines too. It's fascinating how local trends can reflect broader economic shifts.

Imagine living in a place where crime is virtually nonexistent. Sounds like a dream, right? Some Illinois towns are making that dream a reality.

We know all about the wealth that can be found in the bigger cities, but what about shining a spotlight on the smaller, quieter towns in Illinois that are doing real well for themselves? A new study takes a look at Illinois' wealthiest small town, along with the wealthiest small towns in our neighboring states and across the country.