Illinois

An Illinois mother is kicking off 2026 in the best way possible after winning the Lucky Day Lotto jackpot in the Christmas Day drawing.

A new study ranks five Illinois counties among the snowiest in America, including Cook County and areas near Rockford.

Chicago Bears playoff excitement reached the Vatican after Pope Leo, a Chicago native, was caught on video confirming his Bears fandom.

The Bears Packers playoff rivalry heads to Prime Video as the NFL pushes streaming and younger viewers for one of its biggest matchups.

An Illinois woman was arrested after police say she set baby cribs on fire inside a Woodstock Walmart, causing millions in damage.

Tinley Park’s Alpine Village House turns a driveway into a free holiday treat with lights, hot chocolate, a Christmas train and local charity donations. A festive stop for Illinois families this December.

An FDA Class II recall affects salad dressings sold in Illinois and Wisconsin due to possible plastic contamination. FDA recall, Illinois, salad dressing.

Illinois IHSA football is expanding playoffs to 384 teams in 2026 with earlier starts, bigger classes, and schedule changes statewide.

Generations Brewing Company in Freeport announced it will close in early 2026 after more than a decade serving the community.

17th Street Barbecue in Illinois earns national recognition for having some of the best ribs in the country.