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Travelers urged to be cautions and watch out for warning signs when getting or renewing their passport or visa.

Chicago's music scene just snagged a top spot on a global list, surprising some and delighting many. Who knew the Windy City could outshine Nashville and New York?

Where is the most remote stretch in all of Iowa? One website found an interesting answer to that question and you might be surprised at what they discovered.

It will be the first time the band played in their home country in a decade.

As At Home joins the list of struggling chains, those in Illinois might be left wondering where to find their favorite home goods next.

Picture this: students walking the halls with their belongings on full display. Illinois schools are testing a policy that’s stirring up strong opinions.

Wild mushrooms popped up in our yard overnight. Our dog ate some before we noticed the mushrooms, and it resulted in an emergency vet visit.

There are small scams happening every day around the country that most of us just accept because what choice do we really have?

Literally the land of ice and snow.

From John Lennon with short hair to a young Christopher Walken on set, here are 50 rarely seen photos from the '60s and '70s

"I have to be careful what I say," Townshend says, "[Roger Daltrey will] be sacking me next."

Alan Niven tells UCR why he was also initially against the idea of a double LP.

Think that fuzzy white bug is harmless? Think again. Woolly aphids, or "fairy flies," can suck the life out of your plants fast.

Even if you can't afford more than a "stay-cation" this summer, it doesn't mean that you can't fantasize a little bit about a summer vacation to someplace special by Googling summer vacation spots that appeal to you. That's what Illinoisans have been doing, and here's the list of the 5 most Googled summer getaways by Illinois residents.

This list might make you queasy.

Imagine planning a heist like a job—Jen Gomez did just that. Now, she’s flipping the script to help homeowners protect themselves.

The tranquility of the Garden of the Gods in southern Illinois can quickly turn unsettling. Two hikers found that out the hard way, and their story is one to share.

Get ready for a close encounter of the scaly kind at the Field Museum this summer. Just don’t expect everyone to be thrilled to meet the guests!

Wondering if it's legal to leave your child home alone in Illinois? Here’s what the law actually says, plus tips for deciding if your child is ready.

The best puppers.

Timing is everything, and that includes the things people in Wisconsin should be shopping for in the month of June.

From unique ways to say things, to adding letters where they don't belong, what exactly is the Iowa accent?

While The Bean shines bright as a tourist favorite, could the state's natural wonders be the real unsung heroes?

"You go in the studio, you have an idea. It’s not necessarily what you come out with."