An easy drive from Chicago, this state park offers a glimpse into the past with a well-preserved canal, plus access to ...

From Route 66 icons to hidden backroad gems, I visited classic Illinois diners and discovered why these spots still matter.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is playing host this winter to a series of eagle-watching events ahead of the nation's 250th anniversary in July.

Uncover an arm of Chicago's divine culinary scene in this little town that's surrounded by corn fields and offers ...

In the southernmost reaches of Illinois, where the landscape suddenly decides flat is boring and opts for dramatic instead, ...

The historic Courthouse, built in 1857, now serves as the Old Courthouse Arts Center, housing galleries and studios. Its ...