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See if your name was trendy, a total bust, or part of a pop culture moment.

Let's find a DeLorean and get it up to 88mph and see what happens.

When it comes to indulgent desserts, Illinois takes the cake—or in this case, the donut. You're about to discover the home to some of the most creative and drool-worthy treats, including a certain donut ice cream sandwich that's gained legendary status.

The holidays are here, Illinois! Time for hot cocoa, matching PJs, and… stress? No! Here are five things you can officially stop worrying about this Christmas.

Who would've thought that the second-biggest city in Illinois would be the one getting recognition?

Are you and the family looking for a little holiday, something that's worth the trip?

Here's your sneak peek behind the camera!

The FBI issues a warning to Missourians about the rise in holiday scams, urging caution and emphasizing good online security practices.

Discover the rich history of eggnog from medieval posset to colonial America's favorite holiday libation! Also, check out 10 holiday uses for eggnog today!

Some of the drunkest metro areas in the country are in the Midwest where binge drinking is prevalent.

Step back in time to the 1980s and experience the vibrant energy of Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg.

One Chicago restaurant just snagged a spot on Esquire's 2024 list of "Best New Restaurants in America."

A southern Illinois hunter out early this week took down a buck. Or so he thought, until upon further inspection he found that he’d bagged a Cryptorchid buck.

The move comes amid challenging market conditions.

The largest cell provider in the U.S. is hearing it from customers on social media after increase in fees tacked on to monthly bills.

There are reports of geese falling out of the sky in and around the Kansas City, Missouri area.

Gregory wants to have the Mo. Dept of Public Safety maintain and manage a system where Missouri residents can email, call a free hotline or log onto an online portal.

He called it "complete trash."

'Tis the season for shopping and Missouri has some of the best places.

Which teams HAVE to have a win this week?

It involves a conversation that Tim McGraw's James Dutton had with a Crow elder in '1883.'

New scams are targeting families.

Little ole Cooter, Missouri had some big happenings today.

She took the role in no small part to work with him.

The holidays look a little different in Australia.

A Drake Mallard is a big fan of Missouri as proven by GPS data.

He was floored.

There are many who have trusted Farmer's Almanac predictions for decades when they issue long-term weather forecasts. If you're one of them, you'll probably want to know that they have just red flagged Missouri for a week in January that concerns them.

There is proof that the government is hiding what many newspapers reported on in Missouri for years.

A Missouri driver who's truck was pulled over for being extremely overweight, but Iowa officers then found there were much bigger problems than that.

Your prayers for a hot dog topped with candy canes and a slice of pumpkin pie have finally been answered.

It's been nearly a decade since these were on the menu.

Am I the only one who refuses to believe there are just two episodes remaining?