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Nestled in the heart of Illinois, there’s a hidden gem that’s about to rock your world. Lowden State Park isn’t just another ...

Nestled in the heart of Illinois, Lowden State Park is the kind of place that makes you wonder if you’ve accidentally ...

The Republican leader of the Illinois House and five Illinois voters have filed a lawsuit asking the state Supreme Court to throw out the legislative district map drawn in 2021 SPRINGFIELD, Ill.

We hope to be ready for the 2025 camping season, but the construction completion date has not been determined. Please visit other state parks to hike and camp until these parks reopen. We greatly ...

One of the world’s most iconic long-distance hiking trails for hiking enthusiasts is the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). It ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

On Nov. 5, voters across the U.S. cast final ballots that will set the direction of the country, state and local municipalities for years to come. Heading into Election Day, Democrat Kamala Harris ...

Several Illinois counties that have explored the idea of secession might be welcomed with open arms in Indiana. Legislators in Indiana's Republican-majority General Assembly have introduced a ...

A bill introduced in the Indiana legislature by its Republican House speaker would create a commission to embrace 33 Illinois counties that have voted for a symbolic measure to leave Illinois and ...