New statewide rules and clarified enforcement policies are changing what drivers can legally do at rest areas and public ...

The park covers over 600 acres of beautiful woodland. You’ll find tulip trees, sycamores, sweet gums, and oaks that are absolutely massive. The trunk on some of these trees is so wide that three ...

The coroner has released the identity of a “beloved” 57-year-old Crystal Lake man, who was a father and grandfather, that was ...

Peaceful Illinois riverside park with uncrowded campsites, scenic forest trails, and barge views offers a laid-back alternative to busier state parks.

Going on a camping trip this year? Idaho, Utah and Alaska are the best states to camp, and Delaware and Illinois are the worst, according to a new study.

“Porter County has always been a tourist destination with the only National Park in Indiana, so adding the Chicago Bears to ...

Why the Chicago Bears are looking at moving to Wolf Lake in Hammond, Indiana; it's closer to Chicago than the competing Arlington Heights site ...

After covering Chicago’s Loop in January, we head south to Oak Forest for the February stop of our 2026 Your Hometown Tour!

For those interested in the broader region, Dixon Springs makes an excellent base camp for exploring other natural wonders in ...