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Here’s an inside look at the the state’s successful push to boost tourism across its inspirational southernmost region.

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Some Illinois sandwiches are legendary, others fall flat. Here’s your guide to the must-haves and the major letdowns.

U.S. Rep. Mary Miller: "This is the most pro-worker, pro-family, pro-America legislation I have voted for during my time in ...

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Republicans have set an ambitious deadline of trying to pass President Donald Trump’s sweeping agenda through Congress by the fourth of July. Hear senators describe in their own words their concerns ...

Invasive carp are generally not eaten in the U.S. and are not desirable for sportfishing. In fact, silver carp have a propensity to jump up to 10 feet out of the water when startled by a boat motor.

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"The area feels like it’s missing a sense of charm or identity — something that makes it feel like a destination rather than ...