Enjoy a bird hike May 9 at Starved Rock State Park

Springtime Symphony, a bird hike with the park’s naturalist, will be at 7 a.m. Saturday, May 9 at Starved Rock. Registration is required.
Explore Dixon Waterfowl Refuge with Illinois Master Naturalists on May 17

The University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists invite you to a Birdwatching Hike on May 17, from 8-10 a.m. at the Sue & Wes Dixon Waterfowl Refuge, located at 780 East Rd, Hennepin, IL, 61327.
Learn about native reptiles April 26 at Starved Rock

Illinois’ Native Reptiles, a live animal program, will be at 1 p.m. Sunday, April 26 at Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center.
Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax and wife found dead in suspected murder-suicide

Former Virginia lieutenant governor Justin Fairfax fatally shot his wife, Cerina Fairfax, before taking his own life at their home in Annandale, Virginia, according to authorities. Police say the couple’s teenage children were inside the house when
President Trump announces 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon as tensions with Iran persist

A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is set to begin, even as broader regional tensions remain unresolved. President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire starting at 5 p.m. ET,
Take a look at the trailer for ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’

The first trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day has arrived, offering a fresh look at Tom Holland’s return as the iconic web-slinger ahead of the film’s July 31 theatrical debut. Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, the fourth
Photos: Peru’s Baker Lake walking path reopens after extensive upgrade

The new walking path at Baker Lake has been completed, and the park officially reopened to the public. Construction on the project began last October and included the repaving of a 10-foot-wide concrete path, along with additional
Photos: Peru’s Baker Lake walking path reopens after extensive upgrade

The new walking path at Baker Lake has been completed, and the park officially reopened to the public. Construction on the project began last October and included the repaving of a 10-foot-wide concrete path, along with additional
Photos: Peru’s Baker Lake walking path reopens after extensive upgrade
See the trailer for Billie Eilish’s 3D concert film, co-directed by James Cameron

Billie Eilish is bringing her latest tour to the big screen with Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D), a visually immersive concert film she co-directed alongside James Cameron. The movie is now scheduled