Craving authentic tortas and chilaquiles? Luckily for Illinois residents, you may not have to travel far for delicious Mexican cuisine. The New York Times compiled a list of "41 of the Greatest ...

The Illinois Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here's a look at Aug. 14, 2026, results for each ...

Tyson Foods is closing its beef processing plant in Joslin, Illinois, affecting about 2,500 workers. The company cited a historic cattle shortage as the reason for restructuring its beef operations.

The Food and Drug Administration reclassified a recall of nearly 1.6 million dozen white and brown cage-free eggs due to potential salmonella contamination. The recall, initiated on July 22, was ...

The idea of the Chicago Bears staying in Illinois continues to look bleaker and bleaker by the day. Bears team president Kevin Warren provided an update on the team's ongoing stadium search at an Aug.

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After a month of nationwide expansion, 7 Brew is set to open another new drive-thru in northern Illinois. Launching this fall, the location is set to bring the brand closer than ever to the Windy City ...

Now, we're asking readers to make a fans' choice for the 2026 Journal Star Preseason High School Football Player of the Year.

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The former Peoria High basketball player played well at the FIBA Women's AmeriCup 2027 South American Qualifier.

A single ticket sold in Illinois matched all six numbers drawn Wednesday night, winning the $1.04 billion jackpot. Lottery officials told USA TODAY the ticket was purchased at a Hy-Vee gas station in ...

Police arrested a suspect in connection with a home invasion and kidnapping in Peoria. Rodrick R. Adams, 25, allegedly entered a home with a firearm and took a female victim against her will. Officers ...