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So many actors from the 'Yellowstone' franchise are involved with this, it's a wonder Taylor Sheridan didn't write it himself.

After arriving 10 weeks early and spending 5 weeks and 5 days in the NICU, Bond Leo is finally home with his parents — and his grandmother is overjoyed.

Ella Langley and Tucker Wetmore are country music's newest singing couple. What can they learn from these 11 famous relationshps?

Someone in Illinois will soon forfeit a quarter million dollar lottery prize if they don't come forward to claim it.

Cody Johnson's tour runs like a well-oiled machine, but it's the way he treats his people that really sets it apart from the rest.

You'll have 29 chances to see Riley Green on tour in 2027.

There are still numerous great concerts scheduled to happen in Illinois before the end of this year.

The country music world is watching Ella Langley dominate like few artists ever have. Her record-breaking run shows no signs of slowing down.

Kacey Musgraves gave Dolly Parton a heartfelt moment at the VMAs, with Dolly herself appearing before Musgraves took over the song.

The USGS has confirmed two earthquakes happened along the New Madrid Fault early Sunday morning including one directly under Interstate 55 in Missouri.

A TikTok influencer wanted to rack up likes to get Ella Langley to go out with him — and she quickly + hilariously shut the whole thing down.

Tucker Wetmore is a hitmaker who's been steadily making a name for himself at country radio since 2024.

During a conversation on 'CBS Mornings,' Kenny Chesney said his heart is open when it comes to finding a new relationship in the future.

The rising country singer has some pointed thoughts about Nashville, country radio and the stars dominating the genre right now.

They were definitely NOT choosin' Texas!

Carrie Underwood might be ready for her rock and roll era!

The country singer and reality TV star are going their separate ways after two years together, with the breakup coming shortly after they discussed the possibility of marriage.

The 'American Idol' judge loves a full schedule, but getting back to work in a big way could mean Mike Fisher has more to juggle at home with their two sons.

Reba still wonders what Dolly wanted to tell her during one final phone call, but she has faith she'll eventually get the answer.

Due to remnants from a category 5 hurricane, Missouri is expected to see very large rainfall amounts in the middle of next week.

Dolly Parton famously grew up in poverty in rural Tennessee as one of 12 brothers and sisters.

Jolene is based on a real person, and she really did make a pass at Parton's man.

The country music icon had already chosen the song she wanted played at her funeral. The reason goes back to a deeply personal memory involving her dad.

Billy Ray says this is one of his most prized possessions.

One iconic Missouri location has been named one of the 20 eeriest abandoned places in America.

If you think Dolly Parton's legacy is her music, you're right! If you believe it's her philanthropy, we've got no argument.

Illinois State Police and numerous task forces just completed a sweep of East St. Louis which resulted in numerous felony charges.

A Tennessee family found themselves face-to-face with Dolly Parton one Christmas Eve.

Season 25 of 'American Idol' will feature the same panel for a third straight year.

Someone driving north on Missouri Route 123 near Springfield reported seeing a large, round metal object in the sky late at night.

Dolly Parton had a gift for bringing people together, and that doesn't stop after her death.

Happy Dolly Day!

Sept. 25 is Give Like Dolly Day, and major brands are stepping up with special deals that funnel straight to book programs.