Armadillos are an established species in southern Illinois, but officials now are examining whether their territory is moving ...

A Chicago woman who set out to learn more about her ancestry had no idea a long-hidden family secret would be uncovered.

The City also confirmed that Freeport has received a clean, unmodified audit opinion, which is the highest opinion that can ...

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A black bear has been spotted multiple times in Jo Daviess and Carroll counties, and the Illinois Department of Natural ...

Residents in Jo Daviess and Carroll counties are reminded to take precautions to avoid a possible bear encounter.