Illinois

Illinois among the least stressed states in America?

Aurora, Illinois ranks among America’s most popular city-inspired baby names, joining Madison and Lincoln as Midwest favorites lighting up the 2024 Social Security list.

Indiana food banks warn of a growing crisis as SNAP benefits halt amid the federal shutdown, leaving thousands of Hoosier families without support.

Chicago slips to #2 as Los Angeles tops Orkin’s 2025 list of America’s rattiest cities. Illinois and Wisconsin still battling major rodent infestations.

USA Today ranks Chicago’s Gangsters and Ghosts Tour among America’s best. This haunted Illinois experience blends history, ghosts, and gangster lore into one eerie adventure.

If you're looking for a new hiking spot in Illinois, there are tons of trails you need to check out while fall is still around.

Some of your favorite horror films, including Child’s Play, were filmed in Illinois. Explore spooky movie locations and Halloween weekend viewing ideas.

Sam’s Club Illinois now opens weekends until 8 PM, giving members extra evening shopping time. Extended hours, weekend friendly – ideal for busy families, local warehouse club shoppers.

A dozen Starbucks locations in Illinois have suddenly closed their doors.

Illinois ranks among America’s most haunted states with over 2,100 ghost sightings, according to Playcasino.com and Travel + Leisure.

Science now proves that Illinois is the official king of pumpkins.

Chicago’s Thanksgiving Parade (holiday parade • Chicago • giant balloons • marching bands) began in 1934 during the Great Depression and now ranks as the nation’s second-largest.