We are well into summer and about to celebrate Independence Day this week! Be sure to stay safe and have a sober ride home from any parties or barbecues you…

As a general rule, consumer fireworks are not legal in Illinois. The Pyrotechnic Use Act, passed in 1942, bans the sale, possession and use of all consumer fireworks. These items…

On July 4th, America celebrates the birth of our nation. Around the holiday, sadly, we often see an increase in impaired driving crashes. From 2017 to 2021, there were 1,460 drivers…

According to the U.S. Air Quality Index, Chicago’s outdoor air quality today is “Unhealthy” due to wildfire smoke blowing in from Canada. We are alerting families about this issue and we…

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced yesterday that as part of ongoing efforts to keep roadsides, interchanges, ramps and shoulders clean of trash and debris, litter removal operations are scheduled…

Lake Le-Aqua-Na State Recreation Area Read more from Fresh Air Friendship! 6 miles south of the state line, Lake Le-Aqua-Na State Recreation Area has multi-use trails, picnic areas, and RV/tent/equestrian/youth…

CHICAGO – With June being Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month, State Representative Brad Stephens (R-Rosemont) is recognizing this awareness month. According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, there…

Lowden-Miller State Forest Read more on Fresh Air Friendship! In the Rock River Valley, are the 120-foot bluffs along 3.5 miles of riverfront forested with hardwood and pine trees. At…

As summer comes to Chicago, there’s no better way to cool off than indulging in a frozen treat. Luckily, our city boasts a vibrant array of ice cream shops, with options…

Illini State Park Read more from Fresh Air Friendship! Out by Marseilles south of the Illinois River is the 510-acre Illini State Park. Native trees include hickory, ash, walnut, elm,…