1+ day, 19+ hour ago   (1761+ words) Autumn in Illinois has a way of turning ordinary weekends into memories that stick around for years. From canyon trails glowing with color to family orchards stacked with cider donuts, this state hides plenty of budget-friendly fun. Every stop on…...

17+ hour, 28+ min ago   (352+ words) Mexican Independence Day festivities will bring a weekend full of culture, flavor and music to downtown Chicago this weekend. El Grito Chicago returns to Grant Park's Butler Field both Saturday and Sunday, encouraging attendees to "dance, eat, and feel that…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (317+ words) (The Center Square) – State officials say $25 million in taxpayer funds for the sixth round of the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program will increase representation of people of color, veterans and women in the construction trades. According to an announcement from Gov....

3+ week, 2+ day ago   (404+ words) Free Online Tool by Mather Institute Supports Local Planning, Partnership and Investments EVANSTON, Ill., Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago has a new tool to help understand where neighborhood conditions support social wellness among older adults – and where thoughtful investment and partnership may expand…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago   (317+ words) Illinois State Fair officials have announced the winners of the 2026 Miles of Smiles Parade, highlighting top entries in marching band, float and specialty unit competitions during the annual fair in Springfield. The awards were presented following the parade, according to…...

4+ week, 8+ hour ago   (1702+ words) Somewhere in central Illinois, a short loop trail puts you right next to a living prairie wetland without requiring a long hike or serious gear. The Litchfield Wetland Management District, managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, offers a 0.17-mile…...

4+ week, 1+ day ago   (207+ words) Free full-day conference at the Center on Halsted August 29 equips community members with vital mental health and suicide prevention tools CHICAGO, Aug. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Illinois Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) presents Pride Pathways: A Suicide Prevention…...

1+ mon, 5+ day ago   (225+ words) The Illinois State Fair will again offer free tram service across the fairgrounds during its Aug. 13-23 run in Springfield. The service, made possible through support from the Illinois Corn Growers Association, will operate with two trams on a dedicated route,…...

1+ mon, 6+ day ago   (491+ words) SPRINGFIELD, IL – After a century of serving as a staple of Americana, the Mother Road Route 66 has had her standing ovation this year for the 100th celebration all across the city. But the Illinois State Fair may take the cake in…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (1612+ words) August turns one corner of Illinois into a whirlwind of bright lights, roaring crowds, and larger-than-life traditions. For 11 straight days, the grounds pulse with carnival rides and live performances, while livestock competitions keep the event connected to its agricultural roots....