The Land of Lincoln officially turns 200 years old on Dec. 3, 2018. As part of a year-long celebration, see if you can answer these questions. ...

Our nation is very young, but thousands of important events have already been forgotten. Test your knowledge of the region once known as the “Old Northwest Territory." Scroll down for answers. 1. Which state university was established first? A) Illinois State University in Normal B) University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana C) University of Wisconsin 2. Which of these Wisconsin-area native ...

As we celebrate the 200th birthday of the State of Illinois this year, let’s see what we know about the Land of Lincoln, which is the sixth largest population in the U.S. at 12.8 million. ...

Some holiday activities are so quintessentially Midwestern that we just have to take time and enjoy them this season. See how well you recognize these treasured traditions around northern Illinois. ...

How detailed is your knowledge of our region? Take our quiz to find out. ...

How detailed is your knowledge of our region? Take our quiz to find out. Answers on next page. ...

How well do you know the history of northwest Chicagoland? Take our quiz and test your knowledge on these noteworthy properties. ...

We've waited a long time for that World Series victory, and sweet memories of it still linger. Test your knowledge of our hometown ball club. ...

There are so many memorable holiday films! Test your Christmas movie IQ and then warm up that DVD player. ...

It may be cold outside, but there are plenty of ways to get out and play in the snow. Test your knowledge of wintertime activities you can find in our region. ...