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Win a $50 Gift Certificate From Geronimo Hospitality
Sweet Eats with Sweet Lenny is your weekly excuse to eat well and win while you’re at it.
‘Cyberpunk 2077’ Movie in Development at Paramount
Are we on the berge of a video game movie renaissance?
Scariest Graveyards In America: 3 Illinois Spots Make The List
Three Illinois cemeteries made the national list of graveyards people would least want to visit alone after dark.
‘Medieval Times’ Restaurant Will Get Its Own Movie
And it apparently involves time travel?
A Famous Illinoisan Turned Down A Role In Back To The Future III
The filmmakers wanted Reagan to play Hill Valley's mayor in the third film, complete with clock tower dedication duties.
Illinois Has a Surprising Botox Problem, According to New Study
New York topped America's Botox Obsession Index, while Illinois landed third in a separate ranking measuring demand relative to available Botox services.
Chicago Named One of America's 10 Worst Cities for Driving
Chicago is among America's 10 worst cities for driving, according to WalletHub. Anyone who's been stuck on the Kennedy Expressway might understand why.
Rockford's Former Water Street Cafe Is For Sale
A familiar downtown Rockford building that has sat empty for more than a decade is finally for sale, and locals already have plenty of ideas about what should move in.
‘Bridgerton’ Announces Lady Violet Spinoff
This is the second ‘Bridgerton’ spinoff to date.
Wisconsin Police Arrest Suspect In Grocery Store Fireworks Crime
A Madison man's dare from social media turned into an arrest at a local grocery store Friday afternoon.
Underrated Rod Serling Films Every ‘Twilight Zone’ Fan Should See
If you love ‘TZ,’ these are the movies (and TV movies) you should watch next.
IL Cat Owners Decorate Homes And Pets For Halloween-themed Tour
Cat owners finally get their moment. A Halloween-themed cat tour is coming to Chicago, and it's exactly as delightful as it sounds.
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Spirit Halloween Reveals Top Trending Costumes in Illinois
Spirit Halloween Predicts These Pop Culture Costumes Will Be Popular This Halloween.
The First Thing People Think of When They Hear “Illinois”
A Facebook discussion asking what immediately comes to mind when people hear “Illinois” produced a mix of heartfelt memories, state pride, sports, food, farms, Chicago references and plenty of complaints about taxes and politics.
Is Candy Corn the Most Hated Halloween Candy in Illinois?
Halloween candy lovers in Illinois and across the Midwest have plenty of opinions about candy corn.
Rockford's Festival of Frights Returns for Halloween 2026
Rockford's Festival of Frights returns to Sinnissippi Park October 23-31 with free Halloween light displays, family fun and the return of the Haunted Hills Hustle.
This Is Illinois’ (And America’s) Favorite Convenience Store
Convenience stores aren't just about gas and chips anymore. Nearly a third of their sales now come from food service.
Here’s When Northern Illinois Should Hit Peak Fall Colors
If you've been waiting for peak foliage in the Rockford area, the timing is looking pretty good for mid-October. Plan accordingly.
Chicago O'Hare Named America's 2nd Most Stressful Airport
Nearly 25% of O'Hare flights are delayed, helping make the Chicago airport America's second-most stressful among the 44 busiest airports.
Wisconsin Home Unveils Magical New Halloween Display
A Wisconsin home transforms into an incredible new Halloween display every year, and this year's wizard-themed creation is something you can actually walk through.
Disney+ Will Stream the 2027 Super Bowl
The game will also be on ESPN and ABC.
Chicago Named America's Best Big City for an Incredible 10th Year
America's Best Big City is just a short drive from Rockford. Chicago topped Condé Nast Traveler's Readers' Choice Awards for the 10th year in a row.