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Tens of millions of Americans were under heat warnings and advisories as a heat wave continued to grip much of the country.

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Today, we’re looking most closely at the Grand Illinois Trail and why you should add it to your cycling bucket list. Let’s dive in!

Readers have strong views on wake boating in Wisconsin. We collected responses from 825 people on our non-scientific poll.

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Illinois is a state of contrasts, where vibrant cities meet serene natural landscapes, offering something for every type of ...

Building an underground tunnel for an aging Enbridge oil pipeline that stretches across a Great Lakes channel could destroy wetlands and harm bat habitats but would eliminate the chances of a boat ...

Illinois Beach State Park. Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park, located near the Wisconsin border in Zion, has a 6.5-mile trail along the shore of Lake Michigan. The southern section of ...