Planning a destination wedding is lots of work, but planning a destination that’s closer to home? There’s a reason why some of northern Illinois’ top venues are right in our backyard. ...

A great wedding leaves a lasting memory for everyone involved. So, what's it take to make everything perfect? We asked some of our region's top wedding venue planners about the details and ideas that bring everything together. ...

Resting in the foothills off the Mississippi River near Galena, this cozy bed-and-breakfast is gaining plenty of notice for its unique setting and high-class amenities. And those magnificent sunsets? They're only the start of something wonderful. ...

With a new executive chef at the helm, the restaurant inside this Galena bed-and-breakfast is rising to a new level. ...