
LATEST POSTS

Illinois' Mini Golf Gem Is A Summer Must-visit
Imagine a summer afternoon spent navigating whimsical water hazards and moving obstacles—Par-King promises a mini golf experience like no other.

Sons of Kiss’ Stanley and Simmons Reveal Debut Album Title, Track List and Cover Art
A third single and the duo's first-ever live performances will arrive in early May.

Illinois SNAP Deadline Could Cut Benefits Fast
New SNAP rules in Illinois could impact thousands starting May 1. Work requirements and deadlines may lead to benefit loss if not met.

Lynyrd Skynyrd Sets Fall 2026 Tour Dates
Johnny Van Zant also tells UCR about their upcoming summer concerts with Foreigner.
![Wisconsin Firefighters Rescue Child Trapped in Claw Machine [VID]](http://townsquare.media/site/721/files/2026/04/attachment-claw-machine-kid.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Wisconsin Firefighters Rescue Child Trapped in Claw Machine [VID]
Madison firefighters rescued a toddler who somehow got stuck inside a claw machine at an ice cream shop.

Rockford Burger Joint Teasing New Locations Nationwide
Illinois fast-food chain Beef-A-Roo plans new locations nationwide, though details remain unclear.

12 Box-Office Bombs That Became Hugely Popular
These movies flopped. Then they became favorites.

One of the Biggest Trains Ever Is Coming to Illinois
Big Boy 4014, one of the largest steam engines ever built, is making stops in Illinois during its nationwide tour.

Roger Sweet, ‘He-Man’ Creator, Dies at 91
The toy designer co-created He-Man while working for Mattel in the early 1980s.

38 Special's Expanded 2026 Tour
They'll also share stages with Styx, Foreigner, the Marshall Tucker Band and Don Felder.

Ghirardelli Chocolate Issues Major Recall Due To Salmonella
It’s not every day that chocolate makes headlines for the wrong reasons—here’s what you need to know about the latest Ghirardelli recall.

Cahoots Rockford Now Open for Family Fun
Cahoots Rockford is officially open, bringing arcade games, duckpin bowling, mini golf, and more to downtown. Families finally have a new go-to spot for fun.
