Illinois

Illinois has more school districts among America's top 150 than any other state, including the nation's #1 district in Glenview, where comfortable living requires about $171K.

A rabid bat was discovered in northern Illinois near St. Charles, prompting reminders about unusual bat behavior, rabies exposure and safely avoiding wild bats.

Chicago was named one of America's best solo travel destinations, giving Rockford residents a highly rated getaway just about 90 minutes from home.

Could your recycling bin become a cookie jar? Illinois researchers are using specially engineered yeast and 3D printing to turn plastic waste into edible cookies.

The Honey Badger pizza from Illinois' Pizza Payaa became one of America's buzziest fair foods with pepperoni, sausage, basil and hot honey.

Love it or hate it, Malört is getting its moment. Chicago is attempting a world record for the most people taking Malört shots simultaneously.

A hero trucker helped stop a van traveling the wrong way on I-70 in Illinois during an apparent medical emergency, potentially preventing a deadly crash.

Galena ranks No. 2 among America's best places to relax and de-stress, putting one of the country's top getaways about 90 minutes from Rockford.

Planning a hike in Illinois? Two popular state parks made a national list of the biggest tick hot spots in America.

Christkindlmarket returns November 20 in Chicago, Wrigleyville and Aurora. The Aurora Christmas market runs through December 24 with more than 60 vendors.