Have a seafood allergy? You might want to steer away from eating cicadas. Here's why
A wide swath of the U.S. has become entrenched in a cicada frenzy as trillions of the noisy but harmless insects emerge from the ground. Illinois is at the center of it all, as it’s one of two s...
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What's in your tattoo ink? Researchers find ingredients missing from labels
When it comes to getting a tattoo, preparation is key. From finding the artist to disinfecting the work area. But do you know what’s in the ink being injected under your skin?
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Chicago's population has dropped again, data shows. Here's what Mayor Johnson chalks it up to
Chicago retained its longstanding position as the country’s third-largest city despite experiencing a decline in population for yet another year, new U.S. Census Bureau data revealed. Updated nu... -
How do billions of cicadas emerge at the exact same time? Experts explain
How exactly do billions of cicadas know to emerge out of the ground at almost the exact same time?
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Illinois Lottery player wins first $10M grand prize on $50 scratch-off ticket
A certain game stood out to an Illinois lottery player when she went to purchase tickets recently – and it turned out to be for good reason. The woman, who has chosen to remain anonymous, won th...
