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How Long Will Leftover Halloween Candy Last In Iowa And Illinois?
If you loaded up on Halloween candy, you'll probably have at least a few leftovers.
Illinois Law Says You Might Not Need to Rake Leaves
Fall leaves can be a hassle, but Illinois law doesn’t require raking every leaf; tips for Quincy homeowners to maintain yards safely.
Night Out Turns Chaotic In Joliet Bar Brawl
A night out took a sharp turn in Joliet, leaving one woman in hot water and a community talking.
Get Ready For Chilling Ghost Stories This Fall In Illinois
As the leaves turn and the nights grow chilly, Illinois is brimming with ghostly adventures waiting to unfold this fall.
Here’s Where You’ll Find The Award-Winning, Best-Tasting Tap Water In Iowa
We've all come across tap water that's a little...off.
Rockford Residents Weigh In: Letting Strangers Use Their Bathroom
Would you let a stranger in your home just for a pee break?
Best Illinois Christmas Train Adventures
Ready for Christmas magic? Check out these holiday train rides still offering tickets for 2025 in Illinois.
23 Popular Retail Chains That Have Shuttered Stores in 2025
Some of these well-known chains will end the year with way fewer locations than they had at the start of 2025.
Creepiest Place Names In Iowa and Illinois
A new list shows the creepiest-named places in every state — and both Iowa and Illinois have chilling entries of their own.
Watch The Dramatic Moment An Illinois Grain Silo Collapses
A dramatic video is making the rounds on social media.
Rockford’s 2025–26 Winter Forecast: Snowier, Stormier Ahead
Rockford’s 2025–26 winter outlook projects above-average precipitation, thanks to La Niña altering the jet stream, likely bringing snow, storms.
MLB Stars Say Milwaukee’s Pfister Hotel Is Haunted and Here’s Why
MLB players report strange sounds at the historic Pfister Hotel, claiming haunting disruptions before road games. Ghosts, hotel stays, Brewers series drama.
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Without This Scene, The MCU Doesn’t Work
One scene in ‘The Avengers’ was the key to the entire franchise.
Clock-Changing Time In Illinois: Here’s When We Do It This Fall
Although we do it twice a year no matter how many people want to stop, the "fall back" clock change that's coming up is easier on your body and mind than the "spring forward" clock change in March. So, you've got that going for you.
Forbes 2025 Richest List Has 16 Illinois Billionaires On It
Illinois has a surprising roster of billionaires, with one name standing out from the rest—who could it be? Let’s find out!
TOP SECRET: Have You Ever Been To Rockford Arboretum?
This place has 12 acres of peaceful, tree-filled space that makes you forget you're even in Rockford.
Freddy's in Machesney Park Is Closed?
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers in Machesney Park suddenly closed on Oct. 16, leaving locals wondering if the shutdown was quietly planned.
Rockford Kindergarten Teacher Praised for Her Warm, Caring Touch
Picture a classroom filled with laughter and learning, thanks to one special teacher who’s changing lives in Rockford.
Beloved Actors Who Died in 2025
From major Hollywood movie stars to beloved TV stars, these are the actors who passed away in 2025. Rest in peace.
‘Weapons’ Announces Streaming Premiere Date
The horror hit of the summer is coming home.
The 10 Most Confusing Movie Franchise Timelines
You’re gonna need some flow charts to make sense of these films.
Did a 12-Year-Old Really Drill Into a Patient’s Skull?
A brain surgeon is on trial after allegedly allowing her 12-year-old daughter to drill into a patient’s skull during emergency surgery.