3+ day, 10+ 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…...

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....

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (1777+ words) July can make an ordinary Illinois road feel like it belongs in a movie. Fields glow green beside the pavement, wildflowers brighten the shoulders, and sunlight flashes over rivers and wooded bluffs. I have spent countless summer weekends chasing those…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (326+ words) Aurora resident Stacy Lorenz said the only way to start the holiday with her family is to come to the annual Fourth of July parade in downtown Aurora. “We have been here for nearly the past 10 years. It’s not the…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago   (415+ words) Three free World Cup watch parties are planned at RiverEdge Park in Aurora, with the first event set for Tuesday evening, organizers said. The watch parties, sponsored by the city of Aurora and RiverEdge Park, will be held for the…...

3+ mon, 5+ day ago   (1725+ words) In Illinois, one quick stop can turn into an afternoon-long treasure hunt before you even realize it. A dusty shelf catches your eye, a forgotten chair suddenly feels perfect, and a random vintage piece becomes the thing you cannot leave…...

3+ mon, 1+ day ago   (671+ words) The Venue, a live music and performance room at 21 S. Broadway in downtown Aurora, has announced it will celebrate its seventh birthday with two outdoor shows at the end of June. The concerts will be held rain or shine at adjacent…...

3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (443+ words) On Saturday, June 6, the city of Aurora will welcome back the longest-running farmers market in the state for its 115th season. The market returns to its usual location at 65 S. Water St. from 8 a.m. until noon on Saturdays from June 6 to Oct. 3. It…...

3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (118+ words) Annual 5K race in Peoria supports Illinois veterans... Annual 5K race in Peoria supports Illinois veterans Phil Collins shares rare health update, doesn't expect to perform at Rock Hall induc… 'Euphoria' shocks fans with horrifying death of this major character The SpaceX…...

3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (197+ words) Raging Waves in suburban Yorkville, Illinois' largest water park, kicked off the season on Sunday, welcoming visitors thrilled to ring in the warmer months. The water park posted an opening day message on social media, urging visitors to come out,…...