After living in Rockford my entire life, I have my fair share of mini road trips throughout the Midwest, specifically ...

I stayed around Illinois and Wisconsin the last seven days, so I thought it'd be fun to share what one week in my life looks ...

Wisconsin's waterways are home to over 20 snake species, from the venomous timber rattlesnake to harmless garter snakes, ...

As summer fades, Illinoisans prepare for an earlier clock change, when we fall back an hour, adjusting to earlier sunsets and ...

Starting in 2026, Illinois students in grades 3 through 12 will undergo annual mental health screenings, addressing rising ...

Wildlife workers are monitoring a bear in northern Wisconsin, struggling with a plastic jar on its head. This is a reminder to keep food containers closed in bear territory.

A Rockford local is now a millionaire thanks to a $1.1M Lucky Day Lotto win. When I thought luck couldn't get any closer to ...

Hiking should be a way to clear your mind, connect with nature, and not stress you out, but this tragedy was a huge wake-up ...

If you plan to be outside for a long period during poor air quality conditions, here’s why an N95 mask can help protect your ...

Can you believe the final Friday Night Flix of 2025 is here already in downtown Rockford?! It's all going down Friday, August ...

Country superstar Luke Combs stopped by Chicago’s Willis Tower before Lollapalooza—but you won’t catch him stepping onto the ...

Recognized as the world's best, Kumiko in Chicago blends Japanese cocktail techniques with Midwestern charm, offering an ...