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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.
Borat Warns People Not to See Sacha Baron Cohen’s New Film
Borat says people should boycott “Ali G: Who Iz I?”
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‘The Social Reckoning’ Review: [Clicks Angry Face Emoji]
Aaron Sorkin’s disappointing ‘Social Network’ sequel is literally old news.
Belvidere Teacher Wins Recognition for Going Above and Beyond
Two Belvidere High School students nominated Annie Curran for Teacher of the Week, sharing how she makes them feel comfortable, supported and accepted.
Lapeer High School Teacher Charged With Having Sex With a Minor
A Lapeer High School teacher of 25 years faces serious federal charges involving a minor. The district says it's cooperating fully with investigators.
Chicago Bears Legend Mike Ditka Dies at 86
Legendary Chicago Bears coach Mike Ditka has died at 86. The Super Bowl-winning coach leaves behind decades of football memories, including a memorable visit to Rockford.
The 10 Best Horror Movie Practical Effects, and How They Did It
These horror effects are disgusting — and that’s why we love them.
Roadside Giants Put Wisconsin On Map For Curious Travelers
Road trip alert: Wisconsin is basically the capital of oversized tourist attractions. You could spend weeks hunting down the world's largest this and that.
Marvel Announces ‘Zodiac’ TV Series for Disney+
After a long period without any TV news, Marvel revealed the project at New York Comic-Con.
Staged Bank Robbery Plan Backfires For Beloit Couple Hiding
A Beloit couple thought staging a fake robbery would cover up twenty-two thousand dollars in missing restaurant cash. Police had other ideas.
Crystal Hefner Has a Warning for Jessica Biel About 'Playmates'
Hugh Hefner's widow is speaking out about the upcoming film and why she believes the women who experienced the Playboy world deserve to be heard.
Illinoisans: Unclaimed $250,000 Lucky Day Lotto Prize Is About to
Illinois Lottery is searching for a Chicago Lucky Day Lotto winner with a $250,000 prize set to expire in November.
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Why Are There Black Squirrels in Illinois? Here's What to Know
They're not a separate species, they're usually eastern gray squirrels with a genetic variation called melanism.
Rockford Restaurant Celebrates 40 Years With $4,000 Giveaway
Franchesco's Ristorante is celebrating 40 years in Rockford on October 10 with a $4,000 gift-card giveaway and a heartfelt tribute to the customers and employees who helped make the restaurant a local favorite.
Jack O'Lantern World Brings Pumpkin Art to Illinois
Thousands of hand-carved pumpkins transform Jack O' Lantern World in Lake Zurich, Illinois, into an incredible Halloween experience worth adding to your fall bucket list.
Lewis Hamilton May Be Ready for His Biggest Kardashian Move Yet
The happy couple may be taking their relationship beyond 'The Kardashians,' with a source claiming they're discussing their own reality show.
‘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.