National Missing Children’s Day brings attention to the hundreds of thousands of children that go missing in the United States every year. While most children who go missing eventually return…

Have you ever driven through Harvard and saw the statue of a cow at the infamous five points intersection? Better yet, did you know that the cow has a name…

On this day in 1955, “Land of Lincoln” was approved as Illinois’ official state slogan. Plan a trip to Springfield and make sure to visit these Lincoln sites: Abraham Lincoln…

National Foster Care Day reminds us of the children in care across the nation and the work that must be done to ensure their safety and well-being. To learn more…

You just never know what hidden gems there are in the smallest of towns. With a population of just under 600, did you know that Union, Illinois has the largest…

National Preservation Month reminds us of the importance of preserving historic sites and recording our history. You can celebrate this month by visiting one of Illinois’ preserved historic sites. To…

If you’ve ever driven through Poplar Grove on a beautiful summer day you can see where this fact comes from! Poplar Grove is one of the most densely pilot-populated areas…

Arbor Day is a holiday dedicated to planting and appreciating trees for future generations. Trees are not only a beautiful part of nature, but they also provide critical materials and…

The Illinois State Police suffered two Move Over Law-related crashes this week. In 2024, ISP has already suffered 14 Move Over Law-related crashes with six troopers injured.  Our state’s Move…

National Lineman Appreciation Day honors the hard work done by the men and women who keep the power on for all Americans. Linemen work around the clock, often in dangerous…