Steve Thoren, known locally as “Mr. Elgin,” has always known his hometown is a great place to live, and now everyone else knows it as well thanks to U.S. News & World Report listing the city as No. 5 ...

When considering where to set up home, you may prioritize affordability for reasons such as the economy, family or career plans, or simply to live more frugally. Affordability is a priority to ...

The 2025-2026 rankings evaluated more than 850 major U.S. cities to come up with the top 250 best places to live.

A new study paints a bleak picture of the economic health of Illinois. The personal finance website WalletHub has released ...

Gov. JB Pritzker is on Capitol Hill to appear before members of Congress to field questions about the state’s "sanctuary" ...

The weekend brings Friday Night Flix, the annual Ice Hogs Garage Sale and Zammuto’s 100-Year Celebration, along with Pride, ...

After two games that were as closely contested as possible, the Florida Panthers broke free from the Edmonton Oilers in Game ...

Taylorville sits in central Illinois and offers some of the most affordable housing in the state. The charming downtown area features historic buildings with character you just can’t find in newer ...

Mike's 2025-26 college football playoff bracket predictions. His projections for all 12 teams for the 2025-26 College ...

These 10 charming communities offer slow-paced living and budget-friendly costs that won’t drain your monthly $1,200! Macomb sits quietly in western Illinois, offering a pace of life that feels like ...

A new study shows Missouri and Illinois rank mid-pack compared to other states for living costs, but many Missourians and Illinoisans still earn below what's needed.