The Bicentennial adds cultural depth to spring visits, offering opportunities for engagement without requiring extensive planning. For couples considering a romantic getaway in Galena, Illinois, the ...

Workers have removed the 1885 painting “Peace in Union” from the wall of the Galena and U.S. Grant Museum for the first time in 88 years.

Chicago dominates the food headlines, yet Illinois quietly holds restaurants that reward anyone willing to drive a little farther. Beyond the city limits, unforgettable meals wait in small downtowns, ...

Rainy March days in Illinois call for great coffee. Discover cozy cafés across the state where warm drinks and relaxed vibes ...

Jo Daviess County Sheriff Craig Ketelsen will retire Sunday after 28 years in law enforcement.

Jo Daviess County Sheriff Craig Ketelsen will retire this Sunday after 28 years of service, and Chief Deputy Klaus Kreschmer has been appointed as the new sheriff.

The city of Peoria and Peoria County are pressing ahead with plans to build a multi-million-dollar business park in Peoria.

Following a contentious, nearly six-hour-long meeting, the Yorkville City Council has OK’d further approvals for a roughly ...

These real estate transactions, recorded the week of March 2, are compiled from information on file with Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford counties. They represent sales of $78,000 or more. 507 S.

The Peoria City Council is considering a zoning change to allow for the development of an office park on a 53.2-acre parcel of land off North Galena Road, which is expected to spark millions in ...

The Freeport School Board has announced plans to implement a Reduction in Force, or RIF, due to financial hardships placed ...

The Illinois Basketball Coaches Association (IBCA) announced its all-state girls basketball teams for all classes last week. St. Anthony senior Nancy Ruholl and Effingham senior Alyssa Martin earned a ...