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.

The Highland Community College Board of Trustees have approved a tuition increase for students enrolling in the Fall 2026 semester. Beginning in August, students will now pay $163 per credit hour in ...

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 ...

When I think of Illinois, Chicago is always the first spot that pops into my mind. However, The Prairie State has so much more to offer visitors and residents than the Windy City. That's because much ...

If you're dreaming of a winter getaway with skiing, ice fishing, and other cold-weather fun, consider traveling to one of ...