Illinois, the Prairie State, is known for its towering skyscrapers, charming small towns and diverse neighborhoods. According to Census population data, the Illinois population is the fifth-largest in ...

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Summer in the USA offers diverse experiences from coast to coast — from festivals in Philadelphia to adventure in Illinois, and from hiking in Lake Tahoe to food & history in Louisiana.

Despite a looming $3.2 billion deficit, agriculture industry leaders in Illinois are hoping to carve out legislative wins in ...

It was a big party in Punxsutawney this weekend. "This is my favorite holiday," one local says of the fuss-free day, adding, "You don't have to even see your in-laws." This year, Phil saw his shadow.

The Dayton Flyers did not make the most of their three-day trip to St. Louis from a tourist standpoint. They didn’t visit the Gateway Arch. They didn’t enjoy the crazy slides at the City Museum. They ...

And Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson said President Donald Trump’s actions are “well outside the purview of the executive office ...

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The number of copper thefts in the Quad Cities has skyrocketed over the past few years, impacting everything from farms to ...

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said Wednesday that the Trump administration has revoked a decision that would have ...

calls for bill relief in Springfield Editorial: Want a low-stress job with lots of time off? The state of Illinois says it wants to recruit you. Editorial: Want a low-stress job with lots of time off?

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