Illinois

A massive chain restaurant with over 2,000 US locations just added a surcharge to your bill. If you know about the Waffle House, you probably know it more than just its 24/7 breakfast service; it's a notorious spot for late-night brawls that go viral on TikTok and YouTube. Now,...

(The Center Square) – Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker has banned all Jan. 6, 2021, "rioters" from ever being employed by any branch of the state government. A Jan. 6 protester called on other protesters to apply and sue the state for discrimination. In October 2021, Brandon Straka,...

Illinois is the best state for pizza in the United States and here are the tastiest restaurants for this popular dish. The state of Illinois is famous for lots of things but I think at the top of that list is food. Foodies from all over the world travel to the Land of Lincoln...

What used to be a right of passage for older teens in Illinois has become a major problem in the state. Back when I was a teenager, it was almost a given that most kids my age were carrying a fake ID or at least trying to get one to buy booze. It was so easy back in those days....

So many people in Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois that really need help due to food insecurity are getting a lot of help thanks to America' #1 grocery store. The #1 grocery store in the U.S. which is based in Iowa is donating more than $655,000 to a local food bank that many...

Ice storm could impact northern Illinois A potentially dangerous ice threat from a winter storm this week could impact Illinois. One of the recent atmospheric river storms that has been slamming the West Coast with heavy rain and mountain snow could develop into the latest...

Illinois State Police Troop 1 Captain Joseph Blanchette has announced enforcement figures and activity for January. Illinois State Police Troop 1 Troopers issued 729 citations, 913 written warnings, and made 11 criminal arrests during the month of January. Troopers issued 254...

Peoria, Ill. (WMBD) — While Central Illinois is experiencing record warmth on Monday, much colder and more seasonal air will return to the area for the remainder of the week. The weather pattern will be quite active with multiple storm systems heading our way with the first one...

Photo caption: Headline Newsstand, a small retailer in Chicago’s Loop neighborhood, is primarily known for selling snacks, but recently sold a $650,000 winning Lucky Day Lotto ticket. Courtesy of Illinois Lottery. CHICAGO, Illinois, A Lottery retailer can’t believe the news:...

SPRINGFIELD – Organizations that provide tutoring, recreation and other after-school programs are calling on Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois State Board of Education to release $50 million that was included in this year’s budget to fund those programs. The organizations say...