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Illinois’ candy trends: M&Ms, Sour Patch, Hershey’s Almonds rise in popularity — while chewy, caramel, sour, and hard candies make dentists cringe.

Illinois allergy experts caution against real pumpkins, gourds, cornstalks, and hay decorations because high mold levels—at a peak not seen since 2014—make them breeding grounds for allergens this fall.

In Northern Illinois, squash bugs infect pumpkin patches from mid-summer on. These flat, dark insects pierce leaves, causing stunted vines and browning. Here's how you get rid of them.

With all the recent rain in Northern Illinois, huge mushrooms are sprouting in yards everywhere, including ones that can be lethal for pets.

This October, step into the Harry Potter‑inspired Forbidden Forest at YMCA Camp Duncan in Ingleside, IL. A magical nighttime trail filled with creatures, spell‑casting stations, and wizarding wonder awaits Potter fans of all ages.

McHenry’s 2025 festival (Sept 12–14) just dropped its Sunday headliner: Bailey Zimmerman. Known for shirtless curtain calls and chart‑toppers, he's set to amp up an already star‑studded weekend.

Beaches in Illinois and Wisconsin may look inviting, but over 70% tested positive for unsafe fecal bacteria at least once in 2024.

Millions of mites live, mate, and die on your face—and Illinois weather makes it even worse. Here's the gross, slightly fascinating truth about Demodex.

Chicago celebrates the first American pope, Leo XIV, with music, testimonials, and a special message at Rate Field on June 14.

A software glitch in Ford vehicles could cause rearview cameras to fail, prompting a massive recall affecting over 1 million cars and trucks.