Taste of Country Weekends

Some of the most iconic movies and TV series have been set in Illinois, especially around the Chicagoland area.

Illinois is home to some pretty rustic cemeteries, and the oldest one in our state may be so old that it's allegedly haunted! I love looking at spots that have a lot of history and stories to tell, and this cemetery in Decatur is certainly one of them.

Engineering experts are calling for a 4th light to be added to traffic signals across the U.S., including Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio.

Discover a new side of Chicago's architecture with Tours with Mike, exploring the city's quirky and unusual buildings in a humorous and educational way.

It's nice to know that we have no shortage of really great restaurants in Illinois, no matter what type of cuisine you're looking for. If your goal is to hit every food joint that receives a "best in the state" rating from foodie websites, then you have to hit this place for what one site called the very best Mexican food in Illinois.

Chicago is home to some stunning apartments and homes. And some of them can be quite pricey. Check out this cool apartment -- do you think it's worth $15K a month?

Maybe you're doing really well and aren't interested in adding more to your list of possessions at all, or maybe you're a normal human being who wouldn't mind finding out that there might be some unclaimed wealth with your name on it. I think I fall into the second group.

If you are looking to start a business in a small town the experts are recommending you stay away from the Land of Lincoln, which small towns in Illinois does your business have a chance to succeed in?

Trying to find that perfect college fit can but stressful, but maybe this new ranking will help. At least for the students anyway, not so much for the parents.

You've got to mess up something big and still have as many restaurants as this place has.