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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.

A NASA-backed team at SIU Carbondale has developed a process that transforms plastic bottles and agricultural waste into proteins, fats, and other potential food ingredients.

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.

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

Step inside McKinney’s in southern Illinois to see a full range of western wear, equine supplies, boots, hats, and saddles. Whether you’re gearing up for the barn, trail, or rodeo, McKinney’s has you covered from head to hoof.

Three Sasquatch festivals are happening across Kentucky and Southern Illinois in 2026, featuring vendors, contests, food trucks, and Bigfoot-themed fun.

Shawnee National Forest is offering five dollar permits that let families cut their own Christmas tree from designated areas, creating a cozy and affordable holiday adventure.

Rare frost flowers resurfaced in Shepherdsville, Kentucky today, creating delicate ice formations that look like frozen petals. See the latest photos and learn how this striking winter phenomenon forms.

Armadillo sightings are increasing in Indiana as climate and habitat changes allow them to move north. Learn where they’re appearing and why.

It’s true. Corn grows so fast you can actually hear it! Here’s the science behind the strange sound of cornfields growing all around you.

Officials have confirmed a black bear sighting in Illinois. Learn where it was seen, why it's here, and how to avoid unwanted human-bear interactions.

After Friday’s tornado outbreak, more severe storms may impact Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois. Damaging winds, hail, and tornadoes are possible. Stay safe.