From difficult to say Native American town names to old-world town names that we've decided to pronounce differently, Illinois has got a tongue-tying city or town name for everyone.
Not to be contrary, but trying to choose the best pizza joint in the United States (or even just in Illinois) is a lot like trying to pick a favorite child. How do you do it when there are so many outstanding spots in this state to get pizza? Start with the reviews, I guess.
Discover why Illinois, particularly Rockford, has earned a reputation for having some of the worst drivers in the US, according to a recent Forbes study.
It doesn't really matter what time of year it is, Illinois drinkers have really developed an affinity for a certain type of alcoholic beverage, and they're ordering it more than anything else. Any guesses?
Very soon, not one but two different cicada broods will simultaneously emerge from the ground in Illinois by the billions (some estimates have the number reaching 1 trillion or more). Some places in the state will have it worse than others, but there's no doubt that their coming emergence will probably be one for the record books.
A yard full of hummingbirds is a delight, but to get them attracted to your house requires having a hummingbird feeder (or lots of flowers that they love). With the weather getting warmer and warmer even though we're in February, you might be wondering when would be the best time to put your hummingbird feeders back up.