Pileated woodpeckers – those crow-sized birds with flaming red crests that inspired the Woody Woodpecker cartoon – hammer away at dead trees, leaving distinctive rectangular holes as evidence of their ...

Democrats need to gain three seats to gain control of the US House away from Republicans -- and Trump hopes his moves can stave off trends.

Next time your shopping list seems at odds with your budget, remember that in Aurora lies a retail haven where $45 fills not just a shopping bag but an entire cart – proving that in at least one ...

For children, Halloween is a day dominated by candy acquisition. For adults, it’s an excuse to throw a party, or scare some of those children during their quest for candy glory. In Cook County, ...

Ohio's representatives approved a bi-partisan redistricting map that might help Republicans gain more seats, but Democrats OK ...

For anyone looking for help or looking for a way to provide help amid the pause in benefits, NBC Chicago put together a list of resources in the area.

Those with food allergies looking for allergy safe homes to visit for Halloween can consult the Teal Pumpkin Project map ...

States across the nation have joined the challenge to redraw legislative boundaries following pressure from President Donald ...

University of Illinois Extension is responding to increased demand for food assistance amid the ongoing government shutdown ...

National political leaders are making frantic, last-ditch efforts in multiple states to redraw more US House districts ahead of next year’s midterms.

Democrats hold a 6-5 edge over Republicans in Virginia’s U.S. House delegation. A new map could allow them to expand that ...

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries visited Springfield to convince Democratic lawmakers to change their congressional ...