Illinois state parks saw more visitors in 2024 than any point in the past 15 years, according to new data from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Illinois’ 290 state parks and 56 ...

SPRINGFIELD — Illinois state parks saw more visitors in 2024 than any point in the past 15 years, according to new data from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.

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The Colorado Buffaloes pulled Illinois State cornerback Teon Parks out of the transfer portal on Saturday. The 6-foot-1, 185 pounder racked up 45 tackles with 11 PDUs and an interception last year.

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After grading out as Illinois State's top defender in 2024, according to Pro Football Focus, cornerback Teon Parks is set to test his skills on the big stage. Parks announced his commitment to the ...

With popular destinations like Yellowstone and Zion hit hard by staffing cuts, nearby state parks offer beauty and majesty with far less uncertainty.

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Illinois’ 290 state parks and 56 historic sites recorded more than 41 million visitors last year, which was the most in 15 years, following several significant capital projects to upgrade many ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Illinois state parks saw more visitors in 2024 than any point in the past 15 years, according to new data from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.