Bugs

This is one bug that is not supposed to be in Illinois and up until now has never been. It's a bug that is deadly to trees and Illinois officials have confirmed that it has been spotted in the Land of Lincoln for the first time ever.

A strange, feathery-looking insect called a "fairy fly" has been spotted throughout Illinois and Wisconsin, but what exactly is it and what does it do?

Even if you're a bug-friendly type of person, if you see these insects in Illinois they should be crushed immediately.

Skip the pesticides and give this spice you may already have in your kitchen a try to keep ants from invading your house.

Imagine the mere sight of a caterpillar nestled amidst your otherwise delectable fare. That thought alone is enough to ruin an entire dining experience.

These villains are hopping their way into our lives, invading our gardens, wreaking havoc, and leaving chaos in their wake.

An Illinois woman recently shared a picture of an insect she found in her home, and it looks like something straight out of a nightmare.

I am normally not in favor of doing away with nature's creatures. In this case, I'll make an exception. It's a villainous moth and if you see it in Illinois, you really should squish it immediately.

Brookfield Zoo is offering a unique way to "honor" your ex this Valentine's Day.

While we complain about the cold, and the lingering winter-like conditions, we may be forgetting that at least frigid Northern Illinois weather keeps the bugs away...for the most part.