In 2019, the city changed their slogan from the “City with a Heart,” to the “Heart of the Midwest.” At the time, Mayor Greg Jury said this new saying helps tell the story that Loves Park is uniquely ...

Wildlife Prairie Park’s 180 animals and 1,800 acres of wilderness perfectly encapsulate the beauty of the midwest just ...

Here is a list of former Illinois high school football players in the NCAA transfer portal. We will update as players are ...

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker (D) said he would block pardoned Capitol insurrectionists from serving in local government positions, citing a state law ordinance, according to a Thursday letter ...

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) invites the public to eagle-watching events across the state in January and February. The best time to see the majestic bald eagle in ...

But thanks to snowmaking equipment most often associated with downhill skiing areas, hundreds of skiers were able to participate in the Lapham Loppet on January 19 at one of the state's most ...

While specific details on arrests in Illinois were not disclosed, the state’s inclusion reflects its role as a focal point for immigration enforcement. The arrests come as the Trump ...

"All My Children" alum Cameron Mathison gave advice on what not to say to someone who lost their home in the Los Angeles fires after losing his own home. "Maybe if you’re sharing or commenting a ...

Five of the state’s 80 eagle nests sit along the Illinois River between Ottawa and Starved Rock State Park, comprising the largest population ... natural resources coordinator for Matthiessen and ...

Allstate is increasing homeowners insurance rates in Illinois by 14.3% beginning Feb. 24, according to a filing with the state last month. The rate hike applies to a “portion” of Illinois ...