Here are 12 of the most famous actors from Illinois.

Starved Rock not only has 13 miles of beautiful trails to explore among seasonal waterfalls, forests and 18 canyons, it also has spectacular views. If you're not in the mood for fishing, boating or ...

Whether you're looking for a MASSIVE water park with a seemingly endless number of slides and attractions, or are small (but ...

Hidden in a Plainfield strip mall sits a dessert destination so extraordinary that Illinoisans have been known to plan road trips with only one sweet objective in mind: Steve Buresh’s Cheesecake Store ...

The exterior gives little hint of the flavor paradise waiting inside – just a straightforward sign announcing “CHEESECAKE STORE” with the quiet confidence of a place that doesn’t need to try too hard ...

Illinois, for example, held a state championship as early as 1908. Other states with early high school basketball championships include Indiana ( first championship in 1911 ) and Wisconsin ( 1916 ).