summer

Cleanup continues across Rockford, and Hurricane Harbor is taking a hit too—flooding from last week’s storms has shut it down until further notice.

Those comfy cotton shirts could be doing more harm than good in the pool. Let's talk about what to wear instead.

Beaches in Illinois and Wisconsin may look inviting, but over 70% tested positive for unsafe fecal bacteria at least once in 2024.

Illinois gets summer for only a few months, but that doesn't mean we won't find things to complain about still.

BBQs in Illinois hit different in the summer. The smells. The company. The mosquitoes.

First-time camper? Learn simple tent setup tips, common beginner mistakes, and easy fixes to make your camping trip smooth and stress-free.

And just like that... BOOM! June is over! We've got a list of MANY of the big events coming up in the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City areas in July, as well as some other parts of Eastern Iowa and Des Moines!

From wild new food creations to major live concerts and brand-new cream puff flavors, here’s what you can’t miss at the 2025 Wisconsin State Fair.

With summer's bounty upon us, let's take a closer look at Illinois's unexpected culinary hero — zucchini. Who would have thought?

Ever heard of “corn sweat”? Illinois’ thriving cornfields may be the reason why your summer feels so oppressively humid right now.