The Friends of the Shawnee National Forest will mark its 15-year anniversary from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8 at Alto Vineyards, 8515 Highway 127 in Alto Pass. The event is sponsored by the SIU ...

There's no doubt about it; Illinois hiking trails can be seriously epic. And perhaps the first clue that one is a blue-ribbon winner is in the name. The first time I heard about "Garden of the Gods," ...

Launch your boat into the Ohio River or explore a 55-foot cave with fascinating pirate history in this state park in southeastern Illinois.

Despite some rain on Saturday and chilly winds Sunday, the 26th annual Makanda Vulture Fest continued with the same high ...

Elections board splits on Harmon fine The Illinois State Board of Elections delivered a tied vote of 4-4 on state Senate President Don Harmon’s appeal of a ruling that he violated campaign finance ...

If you're looking for a new hiking spot in Illinois, there are tons of trails you need to check out while fall is still ...

Walnut Point State Park in Oakland, Illinois, is that rare find – a 671-acre natural sanctuary that somehow remains one of the state’s best-kept secrets. You know how sometimes you stumble across a ...

Explore scenic weekend drives across Illinois offering beautiful landscapes charming stops and relaxing routes that make ...

These 10 welcoming communities offer budget-friendly living and plenty of small-town charm! 1. Quincy Historic charm meets rivertown character in Quincy’s colorful storefronts, ...

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — U.S. Senator Dick Durbin released an update about legislation that would protect more than 13,000 acres of Shawnee National Forest. According to Sen. Durbin, the Shawnee ...

There may not be any tricks, but there are plenty of treks and treats to be had at Giant City State Park! From 1 to 3 p.m. on ...

A federal appeals court ruled Saturday the National Guard troops in Illinois can remain under federal control but can’t be deployed as the appeals process continues in the ongoing showdown between the ...