Ice fishing leads this sprawling raw-file Midwest Fishing Report, well, what did you expect with this bitter cold.

KANKAKEE — As Kankakee County began acquiring several pieces of equipment purchased to help maintain the Kankakee River, ...

Learn expert techniques to catch finicky winter bluegills. From downsizing your jig to mastering finesse techniques, these tips will boost ice fishing success.

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An Illinois man was arrested Sunday in Wisconsin after allegedly drawing a gun during an argument over ice-fishing etiquette ...

So there you have it, folks – eight seafood spots in Illinois that’ll make you forget you’re in the Land of Lincoln. From ...

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois lawmakers could soon make it easier for children in foster care to live with their relatives or other people close to them. Child welfare experts have long touted the benefits ...

Crappie were fair around main lake boat docks on chartreuse jigs and catfish were fair on cut bait and stink bait around river channel ... Vertical jigging, or slabbing, with ½-1 ounce spoons ...

CHICAGO — There are close to 300 new Illinois or Chicago-area laws going into effect with the arrival of the new year, and they run the gamut from upping minimum wage and increasing pay ...

“I look forward to our continued collaboration with law enforcement, legislators and various stakeholders to enact policies that protect residents and communities around Illinois.” House Bill ...

Workers at all income levels will also see a major change on LinkedIn and other job boards, as Illinois’ salary transparency law goes into effect. Under a change to the Equal Pay Act ...

Starting on New Years Day, minimum wage in Illinois will reach $15 per hour. Tipped workers will also see a minimum wage increase, from $8.40 an hour to $9 an hour, thanks to a state law that says ...