The Decatur City Council's upcoming session discusses transformative projects, including trail expansion and park renaming, pivotal for the city's future.

Your guide to the best spots to make the most of a one-day visit to Chicago, from deep dish pizza to walks along the river.

Peaceful Illinois riverside park with uncrowded campsites, scenic forest trails, and barge views offers a laid-back alternative to busier state parks.

As one of the famous “Muffler Men” statues that once stood outside businesses across America, he’s a rare survivor from a vanishing roadside era. The giant was named after NASA’s Gemini space program, ...