Illinois

Illinois wildlife officials have confirmed a rare mountain lion in Union and Jackson counties. Here's what to do if you encounter the animal.

No, Illinois did not pass a new law requiring drivers under 5-foot-2 to use booster seats. Here's the truth behind the viral social media post.

Southern Illinois' Snake Road is closed to vehicles through October 30 to protect migrating snakes and amphibians, but visitors can still explore it on foot.

From massive red rock formations out West to peaceful trails right here in the Midwest, hiking has taken me to some unforgettable places. Here are the parks I’d visit again and the ones still waiting on my bucket list.

A museum just a few hours from Evansville houses a wild collection of haunted items, eerie dolls, funeral objects, true crime relics and other oddities.

There's a new truck stop that just opened in Illinois that can accommodate up to 85 big rigs.

Illinois fishermen just caught a massive eel near Hannibal, Missouri and they have pictures to prove it.

Going to the Illinois State Fair? Learn about digital tickets, grandstand rules, prohibited items, security, parking tips, and everything first-time visitors should know.

Find out when cooler temps and frosty mornings are expected to arrive in the Tri-State this fall.

Indiana finished last in the latest early education rankings, while neighboring Kentucky and Illinois landed among the nation's top 15.

The 2026 Illinois State Fair has an impressive lineup of Grandstand concerts featuring some of today's biggest stars across multiple genres.

Dangerous heat is expected Tuesday across parts of Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois as heat indec values climb as high as 116 degrees.