Sangchris Lake State Park is that rare find – a 3,000-acre natural paradise tucked away in central Illinois that somehow manages to fly under the radar despite being absolutely gorgeous. The name ...

Hamburg Hill is a 1-mile segment of the Trail Of Tears National Historic Trail in Illinois. This preserved segment of the ...

In this article, I’ll show you what’s new along the Illinois stretch of Route 66 in summer 2025, from giant fiberglass art and restored neon parks to fresh murals, historic pavement, and fun festivals ...

Unlike some small towns that have tried to reinvent themselves as tourist destinations with artificial “old-timey” charm, ...

The global snowmobile market, valued at USD 2.3 billion in 2025, is projected to reach USD 3.8 billion by 2034, driven by a 5.8% CAGR. Fueled by winter tourism, electrification, and innovations in ...

Despite Illinois experiencing job growth in some sectors, it remains one of the states with the highest unemployment rates. It’s been that way for 66 of the 77 months J.B. Pritzker has been ...

Illinois has already landed impact prospect after impact prospect this offseason, putting together a loaded 2026 recruiting class. The Illini were seeking to add to that crew with four-star in ...