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

Iowa is one of the most underrated states in the nation, and this gorgeous little city near the Hawkeye State's border with ...

Carol Hoffman, executive director of the Southernmost Illinois Tourism Bureau, said the primary draws to southern Illinois ...

This state parkway between Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park has historical roots and is full of amazing hikes and cozy places to camp. Find out more.

The traditional activities of a parade, music and fireworks are set for July 4th in Lake Forest and Lake Bluff. Lake Bluff’s ...

Massive repairs are on the horizon for two popular bridges in Lake Forest and Lake Bluff, officials said. The respective governing boards are preparing to replace Lake Forest’s Lake-Woodbine Bridge as ...

Village officials said all water customers are being advised to boil their water for drinking and cooking purposes, after a ...

LAKE BLUFF, Ill. (WLS) -- The Village of Lake Bluff has lifted is boil order Thursday morning. The order was issued Wednesday morning after a loss of water pressure systemwide. An investigation ...

GolfWeek released its list of the best private golf courses in the state of Illinois. See which made the list.

Trying to narrow the nearly 150 Illinois private golf courses into a top 15 is tough, but that's what Golfweek, part of the USA TODAY Network just like the Journal Star, has been doing for many years.