Wisconsin Claims Two Spots In Top Fifty-five Foodie Cities In US

Madison and Milwaukee both cracked the top 55 foodie cities in America, with Milwaukee coming in ahead of Chicago by one spot.

Dangerous Freeze Warnings Issued for 157 Counties in Missouri, Illinois and Kansas as Temperatures Plunge

Freeze Warnings and Frost Advisories cover 157 counties across Missouri, Illinois and Kansas as a cold front ushers in the coldest air of the fall so far. The National Weather Service offices in Kansas City, Springfield, St. Louis and Paducah say temperatures will fall to or below freezing early Saturday, Nov. 7.

Nine Local Runners Earn All State Honors at State Cross Country

Nine local runners earned all state honors in the 1A and 2A state final cross country races on Saturday at Detweiller Park. Thanks to WMBD for some of the highlights. Full results linked below.

Play It Again Sports Scoreboard - Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026

IHSA PLAYOFFS --- STATE SEMIFINALS AT ROCKFORD GULIFORD CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL. Belleville Althoff Catholic 3, Waukegan Cristo Rey St. Martin Catholic 0. Schaumburg Christian 22-25-25, Grant Park 25-22-20 AT CONCORD TRIOPIA. Athens 25-25, Augusta Southeastern 21-23 AT KEWANEE WETHERSFIELD. Newark 25-25, Fulton 14-23 AT LEXINGTON. Glasford Illini Bluffs 25-25, Tremont...

Illinois announces designated economic development ‘opportunity’ zones; three in region

The state of Illinois received approval for 240 tracts of land to be included in the Opportunity Zone 2.0 federal program.

Gridiron Glory Week 12: High school football playoff scores and highlights

PADUCAH, Ky. — Check out the scores and highlights from week 12 of Gridiron Glory below, including the opening round of the playoffs in Kentucky and Tennessee, and the second round of playoffs in Illinois. For more on the Local 6 teams competing in the second round of the...

Gas Prices Continue to Slip Lower

(Undated) — The national average for a gallon of regular unleaded continues to trend lower. According to this morning’s numbers from GasBuddy.com, the national average is $4.06 a gallon, six cents lower. Here in Illinois, the statewide average has fallen fourteen cents from Monday to $4.56 a gallon. In Indiana, the statewide average is down eleven cents from Monday to $3.69 a gallon. North Carolina has the lowest prices in the nation, with a statewide average of $3.30 a gallon, six cents lower than Monday. California has the highest prices in the nation, with a statewide average of $5.78, down seven cents from the beginning of the week.

US Beauty Award Reveals Its October 2026 Verified TOP Salon Winners

UNITED STATES - November 7, 2026 - The US Beauty Award announces three Verified TOP Salon recipients for October 2026, recognizing outstanding beauty establishments in Texas, California, and Illinois for their dedication to craftsmanship, professional excellence, and exceptional client experiences. Texas: A Journey of Passion and Resilience. Nice Nail Spa,...

Wreaths Across America asks for help

SPRINGFIELD — With the holidays fast approaching Wreaths Across America is ramping up its sponsorship drive. The aim of the organization is to simultaneously place a Christmas wreath on each grave in every national cemetery in America. It’s a way to honor and remember our fallen veterans. Over 27,000 wreaths will be needed at Camp Butler alone. Wreaths are made in Maine, arrive fresh and cost $17 each.

Illinois residents who ran a Neutrogena Skin360 face scan from Dec. 9, 2019 to May 5, 2023 can claim an equal share of a $4.7 million settlement by Nov. 25

Illinois residents who ran a Skin360 skin assessment between Dec. 9, 2019 and May 5, 2023 have until Nov. 25 to claim an equal share of a $4.7 million settlement over face scans. Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc., now Kenvue Brands LLC, agreed to the deal in Melzer v. Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc., No.... The post Illinois residents who ran a Neutrogena Skin360 face scan from Dec. 9, 2019 to May 5, 2023 can claim an equal share of a $4.7 million settlement by Nov. 25 appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Teenagers who blamed Snapchat's design for addiction and depression reach settlements

Jury selection was underway in Los Angeles when settlements ended the proceedings against Snapchat's parent company, Snap Inc., after two young women accused the company of designing the platform to encourage compulsive use. Depression, anxiety, and eating disorders were among the mental health problems the plaintiffs attributed to the platform's...

Events across Northern Illinois on Saturday, November 7, 2026

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Looking for something to do today? Here's a roundup of events happening across the Stateline. The 12th Annual Arts and Crafts Holiday Spectacular is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. Saturday at the Mercyhealth Indoor Sports Center in Rockford. The event will feature vendors, handmade goods, holiday décor, gifts and seasonal shopping opportunities and continue through Sunday afternoon.

Nikki Budzinski Crushes GOP Challenger in Illinois 13th, Wins Third Term

Democratic Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski has won reelection to Illinois' 13th Congressional District, defeating Republican challenger Jeff Wilson in a race called by the Associated Press on Election Day. Budzinski faced Wilson as her only opponent on the ballot, and the result extends her hold on a sprawling downstate district that covers portions of seven counties.

Boys and Girls Cross Country Head to State Championship Meet

The boys and girls cross country teams qualified for the Illinois High School Association’s state championship meet after standout performances throughout the fall and at Sectionals. Parents, teammates, and friends gathered in the lobby on Friday morning, holding signs with words of encouragement as the athletes boarded the bus....

'Team 102' gets Jersey football back in playoffs, raises bar for future

With senior Trevor Tucker posting the third-best rushing season in Jersey football history, the Panthers overcame a 1-5 start to make the playoffs and finish 5-6.

Temperatures Jump 10 to 20 Degrees Sunday as Highs Return to the 60s for Peoria, Springfield, Champaign, and St. Louis After Weekend Freeze

PEORIA, Ill. — After a cold start to the weekend, warmer weather is returning to Illinois. Temperatures on Sunday, November 8, are expected to climb back into the 60s across much of the state. Many areas will run 10 to 20 degrees warmer than Saturday. The mild air is expected to stick around into the start of next week, with highs in the mid to upper 60s possible on Monday.

IHSA Announces 24 Proposed Constitution and By-law Changes

The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) has received 24 proposals that could amend its Constitution and By-laws during the 2026-27 legislative cycle. The proposals were submitted by principals and official representatives of IHSA member schools. The IHSA Legislative Commission’s initial review was scheduled for Monday, November 2. The proposals...

Katin Houser Connects With Jordan Anderson For 5-Yard TD, Giving Illinois Lead Over Nebraska

Frost Watch Upgraded to Freeze Warning for Counties in Illinois and Missouri as Temperatures Keep Dropping

A Freeze Warning has been issued for 30 counties in southern Illinois and southeast Missouri as another night of sub-freezing temperatures is expected. The National Weather Service in Paducah upgraded its earlier Freeze Watch to a warning, with lows as low as 31 degrees. It runs from 11 PM CST Saturday to 8 AM CST Sunday, Nov. 8.

Diabetes disparities persist across Illinois | ChicagoLIVE

We speak to Dr. Marshall Chin of UChicago Medicine about diabetes and how some populations are disproportionately affected.