By Dylan Parker, Rock Island, Fifth Ward Alderperson On July 21st, you published a letter to the editor regarding a proposed ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WGEM) - The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has expanded its $100 bounty on black carp. The “Keep ...

The winning numbers in Monday evening’s drawing of the "Illinois Pick 4 Evening" game were: ...

The winning numbers in Monday's drawing of the "Illinois Lotto Million 1" game were: ...

From now through August, if you see any wild turkeys, you're asked to record them through this online portal. Here's why it's ...

That bison may be huge, but it can run a lot faster than you think. Test how much you know about staying safe around animals like bears, alligators and, yes, bison.

Illinois is home to just four venomous snakes, including the striking Eastern Copperhead and the elusive Eastern Massasauga, reminding us that outdoor adventures come with a few natural surprises.

Targeting trophy deer under the cover of night, across multiple counties, and transporting them across state lines reflects a ...

A black bear has been spotted in Jo Daviess and Carroll Counties. Here's how to keep yourself safe from bear encounters.

Residents in Jo Daviess and Carroll counties are asked to take extra precautions as the bear has been spotted near the ...

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) reminds residents of Jo Daviess and Carroll counties that a black bear ...

U.S. Rep. Mike Bost of Illinois announced the Federal Highway Administration has allocated $11.1 million for the Crab Orchard ...