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Illinois gets bashed a lot for being a place that is overtaxed, with bad weather, and corrupt politicians, so is there a good city in the Land of Lincoln to raise a family? Here is what the experts say...

I am not anti-tech and I can prove it, but I am concerned about what an Illinois grocery chain is doing that includes doing away with cashiers and the traditional checkout process and allowing stores to be run completely by artificial intelligence. Yes, the robots are taking over.

It appears that there is a Missouri town that is now famous for two different things. First, it's just been rated as one of the worst towns to live in Missouri. Oh, and it apparently was founded by one of the ancestors of Hollywood icon Brad Pitt.

Hey, where's everyone going so fast? That must be what the state of Illinois must be thinking as the exodus of citizens continues. I just found new data that shows 4 Illinois cities had a total of more than 100,000 people leave in just 3 short years.

Education Day returns. Thousands of students will pack the arena for the loudest game of the season. A special 10 AM puck drop allows schools to bring students to the game for an exciting life and educational experience

When I think of putting gas in my vehicle, I don't immediately start thinking about fine cuisine. Perhaps I should adjust my thinking as a famous gas station chain is about to open their first ever 'bistro' in Missouri.

Police in Quincy, Illinois, are looking for help from the public in a bizarre robbery case with the hopes someone will recognize a perpetrator.

The Chicago Bears have some options when it comes to their new home, they could stay in Chicago, move to Arlington Heights, and now the 2nd most populated city in Illinois is making its case for Da Bears to move there...

Trashy is such a harsh word. I could also argue that it can be a good word depending on your attitude. That being said, I've found multiple places that claim they know the 10 "trashiest" cities in Missouri. Let's see if you agree.

If you want something done right, let a 9-year-old do it. That proved true recently as a girl from Aurora, Illinois was honored by her city for being a hero when she saved her mother's life.