Illinois News

Learn why tiny black snow fleas show up in Illinois yards during late winter, what they really are, how they benefit your soil, and simple steps to keep them from invading your space.

The first time in a decade, Illinois went an entire year without a fatal interstate highway shooting.

Sycamore’s Caravia family made headlines twice with stunning Bluey lights and a Chicago Bears tribute that’s uplifting fans after a tough defeat.

Coyote sightings are up in Illinois due to mating season. While common, the activity increase means pet owners must secure food, watch pets outside, and cover garbage to avoid attracting coyotes.

Shoveling snow may seem routine, but doctors warn it can place extreme strain on the body and increase the risk of injury and heart attack.

When winter storms knock out power, staying warm becomes a safety issue. These simple steps can help protect you and your family when temperatures drop and heat is unavailable.

More than 38,000 gallons of bottled water sold across the Midwest have been recalled after a foreign substance was found floating inside gallon jugs.

A super greens supplement many people turned to during January health resets has been recalled after dozens became sick, raising questions about products marketed as healthy.

In 2026 Illinois families will see new rules on gun storage, anti-bullying protections including AI deepfakes, school access for all students, and stricter police hiring standards.

Illinois family’s holiday trip took a scary turn in Missouri when their car broke down at 3 a.m. Strangers including a patrol officer and a towing veteran stepped in to help, reminding them that kindness still exists.

As landlines start to fade into history, it's hard not to feel a pang of nostalgia for those simpler times when calls came with a twist.

Illinois residents are ditching sweaters and fuzzy slippers, instead they’d rather unwrap scratch-offs or even a re-gift.