Steve Shannon

Dust off your acid-wash jeans and cowboy boots because the Illinois State Fair is turning up the volume for 2025. With rock legends and a country star already on the lineup, this year’s Grandstand is guaranteed to blow you away.

Get the scoop on which Wisconsin cities rank as the dirtiest and cleanest in the latest study by LawnStarter. Explore why Milwaukee stands out as the worst.

Some Illinois drivers have way too much fun with their personalized license plates. Like road puzzles for us. I can't lie, this one took me a while to figure out.

Uncover the unwritten rules of shopping at Costco and avoid common shopper faux pas.

Chicago’s Congress Plaza Hotel is among America’s most haunted spots, with a dark history of tragic deaths and eerie hauntings that send guests running into the streets.

Looking for a fright-filled drive this Halloween season? A new survey has revealed America’s 140 spookiest streets, and Illinois is home to three of the eeriest.

Nestled in the heart of the Midwest, this charming Illinois town has earned its spot as one of America's best 'must visit' small towns. From its historic streets to its vibrant local culture, you'll quickly see why this hidden gem deserves a place on your travel bucket list.

Fall is the perfect time to hit the road with your little adventurers and explore the best kid-friendly destinations around Chicago. From pumpkin patches to scenic drives, these fall road trips are packed with fun activities that will make lasting family memories.

Ah, fall in the Midwest—the season of cozy sweaters, pumpkin patches, and delightful outdoor activities. That is, until you're ambushed by swarms of biting Pirate Bugs, the tiny terrorizers that turn your autumn bliss into a battle for survival.

They say one person’s boring tourist trap is another person’s thrill of a lifetime, so take this list with a grain of salt—or maybe a whole shaker. If kitschy roadside attractions and quirky museums are your thing, you might find these Illinois gems delightful, but for the rest of us, they’re more snooze than sparkle.