“Astray from the urban metropolis of Chicago, Galena is a historic town exuding regal charm,” reads the WorldAtlas write-up ...

Today in Illinois, only six covered bridges remain. Mostly nestled in out-of-the-way rural locales, many have become ...

From the rocky shores of Lake Superior to the hills of southern Ohio, the Midwest is full of cozy towns, surprisingly cool cities, and everything in between. You can catch live music, hike to scenic ...

Illinois river towns like Grafton and Golconda blend nature and history, where you can hike, explore, and enjoy local events.

From a glacier-fringed village in Alaska to a postcard-perfect mountain town in the Pacific Northwest, a new ranking has ...

Peoria spreads along the Illinois River with a skyline that will surprise you with its city feel. This river town is bigger than most on our list, but it still has that special connection to the water ...

Danville sits pretty on the eastern edge of Illinois, offering retirees a perfect blend of history and modern living. Downtown Danville features charming brick buildings and local shops that make ...

I wanted to keep all of the original character of the building,” said the owner. “It’s exactly how I wanted it.” ...

There’s no shortage of places in the U.S. to go antiquing, but a few spots have earned reputations that make collectors ...

Dispensary 33 is continuing to blaze a trail for the cannabis industry in Illinois, becoming the first fully employee-owned marijuana dispensary in the state. The dispensary’s two stores in ...