We're in the heart of mosquito season in Illinois. Here are tips for dealing with mosquitos before and after they bite.

A black bear has been spotted in Jo Daviess and Carroll Counties. Here's how to keep yourself safe from bear encounters.

The Justice Department had sued the leaders of Illinois, Chicago and Cook County over policies that limit cooperation with ...

Governor JB Pritzker signed two bills on Monday aimed at improving gun safety in Illinois. Senate Bill 0008, also known as the Safe Gun Storage Act, strengthens gun storage requirements to prevent ...

The decades-long idea has the backing of the congressional delegation that represents the area. What do you think?

Dorinda Segebrecht, 67, was last seen on July 15 in Peru, Illinois. Police say she may be in danger and ask for help locating ...

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Real-Time Information Center furnishes the institution’s Division of Public ...

Limited data shows all Illinois counties need more public defenders. According to an analysis of county public defender budgets compiled by Northwestern University, no Illinois counties have ...

The Illinois State Fire Marshal is reminding residents to take safety precautions when using grills this summer, such as ...