Beth Rees is trying to make Springfield a better place, one lasagna at a time. She rents a modest house on the north end with her husband and two daughters, works a full-time job and, like many people ...

Allstate is following State Farm with its own steep homeowners insurance rate hike. Springfield should respond, albeit ...

Plan a festive road trip with Illinois cities known for Christmas light shows, where twinkling displays and family-friendly ...

Kristi Jones has been selected as acting assistant director of Illinois agriculture. Senate confirmation is still required.

The weekend is upon us, and there are plenty of things to do and see across central Illinois. Here are a selection of events, ...

Few travel experiences feel as deeply American as a road trip, and no road carries the weight of legend quite like Route 66.

From decorated storefronts to glowing streets, Illinois Christmas towns bring holiday spirit to every corner of Main Street.

Gianelloni grew up in Assumption Parish, attended Assumption High School and earned a scholarship to play softball at Nicholls State University. During her time at Nicholls State, she broke numerous ...

The nation’s longest-serving legislative speaker, a state senator and a former Cook County commissioner were on Illinois’ too ...

Kristi Jones appointed Assistant Director of Illinois Department of Agriculture, bringing 20 years of experience and strong ...

Jacksonville Festival of Lights: 5-9 p.m., Morgan County Fairgrounds, 110 N. Westgate Ave. Admission $10 per vehicle up to ...

November, records show, CPD officers in 2025 have recovered nearly 400 “ghost guns” — effectively untraceable weapons.