SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) invites interested vendors to attend a pre-bid meeting for operating a swimming pool concession Dixon Springs State Park in Pope ...

A roadside hotel in Illinois that turns a night away into a full-on experience, with fantasy suites, bold themes, and stories ...

A mix of outdoors stories from Illinois, including information on the opportunity to experience eagle-watching events across ...

JB Pritzker is still deciding if Illinois will join a federal program that funds private school scholarships — tax breaks that are fueling a heated debate. We’ll explain why. 🗞️ Plus: The National ...

Democrats who control Springfield aren't likely to rock the boat in a critical midterm election year, instead focusing on the ...

The unspoiled natural landscapes protected in America's parklands are a popular draw for visitors from around the world looking to escape urban life. The 63 national parks spread across U.S. states ...

While the national median home price has skyrocketed past $300,000, Decatur’s hovers around $90,000, making homeownership ...

Welcome to Decatur – the central Illinois gem where $555 a month can get you a studio apartment while your Chicago friends ...

The new year will bring long-overdue upgrades at Illinois’ most popular state park and one of its top tourist destinations outside Chicago. Preliminary work already is underway at Starved Rock State ...

Illinois awards $36 million for 67 park projects including $600,000 each for Springfield and Grandview to expand recreation ...

Florida's Blue Spring State Park is a popular winter sanctuary for manatees seeking warmer, 72-degree freshwater. Visitors should book accommodations and arrive at the park early, as it often reaches ...