Illinois News

May 2026 will feature two full moons, including a rare Blue Moon at the end of the month and the Flower Moon on May 1.

A tick linked to a red meat allergy is spreading across the Midwest, and health experts say it could pose growing risks for people outdoors.

The USPS is planning another stamp price increase starting July 12, and it could affect the cost of sending letters and postcards.

Southwest Airlines is reportedly changing its power bank rules starting April 20, and travelers may need to rethink what they pack before their next flight.

Millions of eye drop bottles sold nationwide are now part of a recall, and many could still be sitting in medicine cabinets.

A public health alert warns some Great Value dino chicken nuggets sold at Walmart may contain unsafe levels of lead.

Wildlife experts say most baby bunnies do not need help. Here is how to tell when to leave them alone and when to call for help.

The Shawnee National Forest has announced the annual closure of a road known as Snake Road to allow for snakes and other reptiles and amphibians to cross.

Three Sasquatch festivals are happening across Kentucky and Southern Illinois in 2026, featuring vendors, contests, food trucks, and Bigfoot-themed fun.

More than half a million Illinois families are waking up to life-changing news: their medical debt is gone.

An Illinois lawmaker has filed legislation that could prevent property taxes from climbing year after year. Here’s what it means for Rockford families.

The March 3, 2026 Full Worm Moon will coincide with a total lunar eclipse, creating a rare Blood Moon visible across Indiana, Kentucky, Illinois, and Tennessee.