Lifestyle

The Drawn-Out 'Midwest Goodbye' Ritual Explained

This regional farewell custom can take hours to complete, involving prolonged small talk, hugs, and resisting food offers.

Tazewell County Church Hosts Annual Easter 'Eggstravaganza'

Crossroads Global Methodist Church's decade-long tradition brings families together to celebrate the story of Easter.

Chicago honors Vietnam veterans with wreath-laying ceremony

Dozens gather at the Chicago Vietnam Veterans Memorial to mark National Vietnam War Veterans Day.

High Schoolers Compete in First-Ever Lake Land College Welding Competition

Top-scoring senior to receive $500 tuition scholarship

DeKalb County Receives $110,000 Grant for Early Learning Programs

Funding will support school readiness and family resources over 3 years

SIUE Alumni Host Engaging Events for Prospective Students

Interactive sessions in Chicago and St. Louis help build connections to campus life and support services.

Illinois Housing Development Authority Launches Fifth Supportive Housing Institute

IHDA and CSH select 10 teams to receive training and technical assistance for affordable housing projects with support services across Illinois.

Chicago Region Population Grows for Third Straight Year

Chicagoland sees population increase even as national growth slows

Luxury Condo on Chicago's Delaware Place Listed for Sale

Expansive 3,100 sq ft unit with 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and stunning city and lake views

Coyote Attack Leaves Illinois Family's Dog Injured

Homeowners in Mokena, Illinois warn others after their pet was nearly killed by two bold coyotes.

Drone Helps Reunite Missing Dog with Belvidere Family

Four-year-old Tiny was found after more than three weeks with the help of a thermal drone.

German Shepherd Puppy Escapes Playpen with Ease

Owner Gabby Bell shares hilarious TikTok video of her 3-month-old pup Creed climbing out of the playpen

Woman Moves for 7-Month Relationship, Finds Lasting Love

Despite warnings from friends and family, the risk paid off in the long run.

Traveling Players Bring Joyful Message About Friendship to Kennedy School

Musical performance encourages students to think about kindness, inclusion, and what it means to be a good friend.

East Peoria Gym Hosts Kick-a-thon for Children's Home

Farrell's Extreme Bodyshaping raises over $1,500 for local children's charity