Every city is famous for something. In fact, some places are famous for many things, even the Rockford area. From a bustling ...

At least 14 counties across northern Illinois are experiencing moderate drought conditions in all or portions of the county ...

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The store experienced a partial roof collapse on Monday after roof drains clogged but crews are building a protective cube in the store to allow for permanent repairs to begin.

Hidden among DeKalb’s bustling streets sits The Junction Eating Place, an unassuming railroad-themed diner where the California Burger reigns supreme—a towering masterpiece of fresh avocado, crispy ...

Unsettled geomagnetic activity could bring northern lights to parts of the U.S. tonight (June 19–20). Space weather ...

An air quality map shows conditions improving in the U.S. on Friday as smoke from the Canadian wildfires subsides.

The Illinois EPA declared an Air Pollution Action Day in the Chicagoland area. Find out which counties are affected and what you should look out for.

The current auroral forecast gives those in the northern U.S. the best chance at catching the celestial show after sunset. That includes states at or above the red view line on the map below.

If conditions strengthen, the lights could become visible in parts of Oregon, Kansas and Illinois as well. The aurora viewing forecast for Monday, June 2, 2025. (NOAA SWPC) It’s worth noting, though, ...

The northern lights, also known as the aurora borealis, may be visible in northern states, according to the NOAA. Most of Canada will also have a chance to see the lights.