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Hamilton is offering Chicago fans a ticket lottery where winners can buy seats for just $10 at the CIBC Theatre before the Broadway hit leaves the city.

Illinois travelers may need to rethink their summer flights after Southwest Airlines announced it will stop operating out of Chicago O'Hare International Airport starting June 4, 2026.

Thousands of workers are facing uncertainty as major layoffs sweep across Illinois. The latest WARN Act report reveals some surprising numbers that hit close to home.

The Storm Prediction Center is warning that many parts of Missouri could be impacted by a dangerous squall line with high winds and possibly even tornadoes on Sunday.

Bunnie Xo explains why Jelly Roll may not want to read her new book.

Missouri is trying to get rid of an invasive pear tree by offering residents a free native tree.

She's got a lot to say.

It would take a lot of makeup and a lot of shaving to make this happen.

Fans are clamoring for details.

A new baby in the Rhett family means fresh adventures ahead, and it looks like friends are already gearing up to celebrate in style.

A camper claims he heard strange sounds near the infamous Zombie Road area of Missouri near Wildwood.

Watch the steamy music video for Carly Pearce and Riley Green's new song.

No puppy love here, but Brown's still got butterflies.

Someone just walked out of a Missouri Walmart with a one million dollar winning Powerball ticket.

Get ready for a musical showdown in London, where one rising star dreams of stealing the spotlight alongside a country legend.

The news is good for fans of 'Marshals'!

Storm chasers believe that different parts of Missouri will experience severe thunderstorms and maybe even a blizzard this weekend.

These songs sound pretty carefree, right? Listen a little closer.

Next question: who should play Bunnie Xo in her biopic?

Discover Missouri’s Most Delicious Bakery in St. Louis” – Strong discovery phrasing, great for Google Discover feed.

True story: Jelly Roll once tried to buy his childhood home.

Drivers are warned as Adams County launches a St. Patrick’s Day safety campaign focused on DUI enforcement, impaired driving, and seat belt checks.

The two stars aren't friends — but they were willing to get in a room and air out their differences. Plus, they got a great song out of it.

Wonder what Kacey Musgraves' DMs look like after she released "Dry Spell"?

From record-breaking car washes to 24-hour stores, here are seven things you might not know about Buc-ee’s travel centers.

The most beautiful natural wonder in Illinois you should visit this year is a garden.

The country-folk singer canceled the rest of his 2026 tour and announced an indefinite hiatus, saying his mental health has declined after pushing himself to keep touring.

"Her infectious laugh, quick wit, and natural grace left a lasting impression on all who knew her."

“I live my entire life somewhere between two middle fingers and the grace of Jesus Christ. And I learned that from Johnny Cash."

A potentially world record-setting 8-inch hailstone fell during storms in Illinois Tuesday.

From Chicago blues clubs to Southern Illinois wineries, these five unwritten rules highlight the food, culture, and traditions that define Illinoi

Jelly Roll says his mother was the one who first introduced him to country music.