As climate change ravages many corners of the country, Illinois — with its nutrient-rich soil and more temperate weather — is emerging as the land of opportunity. But an agricultural landscape plagued ...

Michigan lawmakers propose free testing for kids, while Illinois advises private well owners to test for contamination.

Smoke from Canadian wildfires started making air quality worse in the eastern U.S. as several Midwestern states battled ...

If opening weekend at Frontier Village is any sign of the tourist season to come, it looks to be a good one, said the visitor experience manager for Tourism. "It went really well," said Allison Limke.

The Senate’s last legislative day would turn out to be the next day. However, there were two issues that had been boiling all ...

Whether you're a music lover, outdoor adventurer, history buff or just looking to head out of town, here are 10 ideas for ...

A phone booth that may be the last one remaining in Salem, Oregon, has sparked nostalgic interest and preservation efforts.

Greetings, and welcome to the REX American Resources Corporation's First Quarter 2025 Earnings Call. [Operator Instructions] As a reminder, this conference is being recorded. It's now my pleasure to ...

Smile Politely readers know that we love to tout our micro-urban qualities here. Champaign-Urbana is unique for its high ...

"Springfield offers that perfect balance, a smaller city with suburban charm that doesn’t sacrifice access to amenities," the publication reads. "As Illinois’ state capital, you’ll enjoy ...

Traveling Route 66? One of the first stops to make is in Springfield, Illinois. With so much to see, do, and taste, there are ...

In 2020, after a summer of protests rocked U.S. cities, the words “Black Lives Matter” went from the rallying cry of racial ...