WKDQ Weekends

A loose chimpanzee briefly triggered a lockdown at the Indianapolis Zoo, but trained staff safely sedated the animal and reopened the zoo without injuries. Here’s what officials confirmed.

Parker McCollum will be returning to the Ford Center in Evansville next year. Here's everything you need to know.

Santa’s Mailbox has returned to Downtown Evansville for the 2025 holiday season. Drop letters by December 15 to get a personalized reply from Santa Claus, Indiana.

Celebrate National Take a Hike Day by exploring Indiana’s fall trails. Use the DNR’s interactive trail map to find scenic hikes near you and enjoy the season outdoors.

Savor Illinois this season with themed food gift boxes packed with local snacks, sauces and sweets from Illinois artisans.

A local woman bought a book at the Boonville Goodwill, and the heartfelt message found inside has her and the community searching for its rightful owner.

Mark 75 years of Lics Deli & Ice Cream with festive events in Owensboro and Evansville, offering treats and fun for the whole family.

Join Chicago’s first-ever Holiday Bookstore Trolley: 43 indie bookstores, 10 festive routes, holiday swag and a day of book-lover fun.

This little señorita is looking for her forever home. Let's learn more about this week's pet of the week.

Two Illinois highways are now ranked among the 50 most dangerous in America.

Louisville artist An Elegant Rebellion transforms classic Converse sneakers into stunning 2D-style works of wearable art.

A powerful solar storm could make the Northern Lights visible over Indiana tonight. Local experts share when to look up and how to capture the aurora on your phone.