The state’s unique geography—stretching from the shores of Lake Michigan to the rolling hills of southern Illinois—creates distinct seasonal experiences.

For more information on Illinois Beach State Park, go to https://dnr.illinois.gov and search for the link to the park.

According to state officials, if a ballot is rejected, the county must contact a voter within two days to alert them to the reason for rejection. Thursday marks important vote-by-mail deadline for ...

In 2024, Illinois' I-Cash unclaimed property program returned nearly $299 million in missing money to its rightful owners, the Illinois State Treasurer said.

The vote for a new Illinois state flag seems to be a rare example of a bipartisan election. Hopefully, it won’t devolve into bitterness.

Jan. 30—SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) invites the public to eagle-watching events across the state in January and February. The best time to see the ...

Attention Illinois residents: You may be one of nearly 140,000 people that has an unclaimed money check with your name on it waiting to be cashed, according to the Illinois State Treasurer's office.

Illinois has a well-documented history as a removal state, meaning Native Americans were forcibly removed multiple times, including through the Trail of Tears.

Several counties in central Illinois are expected to see scattered thunderstorms Friday, some which could be severe, with damaging winds and large hail.

Starting Jan. 1, people will be able to vote online for either one of the 10 new designs, to keep the current Illinois flag, or for two former flag designs – including the state's 1918 ...

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced Wednesday the state will begin accepting public submissions for a new state flag design starting Sept. 3.

There were nearly 400,000 votes over a five-week period. Take a look at what design won the Illinois state flag contest.