When To Buy Corn, Watermelon, Peaches And Other Summer Produce In IL

In Instacart’s 2025 state-by-state data, Illinois  shoppers ordered 27 percent less corn, with Vermont over-indexed on corn at 40 percent.

When Hummingbirds Return To Illinois And What To Do To Attract Them

Illinoisans are starting to see hummingbirds pop up in their communities as they travel north from their winter breeding grounds.

Stink Bugs Among 5 Insects Crawling Into IL Houses: What To Do

Some of the same strategies work on all five fall invaders.

Illinois Ranked 48th Of 50 States In Per Capita Homebuilding: Report

The Chicago area joined Buffalo, Providence, Rochester, Detroit and Cleveland as one of the large metro areas building the fewest new homes.

Rodent Surge Possible In IL After Summer Heat: 'The Perfect Storm'

“When the environment becomes too hostile for rodents in the wild, they turn to our homes for food and shelter."

IL Among States Most At Risk For Invasive Plants: Ranking

The state ranked fifth for invasive plant presence and 11th overall.

What's Behind Rising Home Insurance Prices In IL?

Illinois homeowners saw an average 18.3 percent hike in property insurance premiums in 2023, analysts found.

Billions Of Dead Cicadas Will Smell Like Roadkill, Linger For Weeks

Even in death, the billions of bugs that emerged this spring to unleash their defeaning mating calls will likely be hard to miss.

Invasive Tick Discovered In IL For First Time

Illinois is the 20th state to encounter the tick.

First Cicada Sightings Begin In Chicago Area

Billions of the bugs are expected to emerge in Illinois during the coming weeks.

Billions Of Cicadas Could Emerge Sooner Than Expected In IL

The cicadas could arrive as early as this month, according to reports.

Find Out Where Billions Of Cicadas Will Emerge In Illinois

Cicadas spend most of their lives underground as immature nymphs, who surface en masse every 13 or 17 years.

The 1 Way To Protect Your Yard From Billions Of Cicadas

The cicadas are coming and nothing can stop them. But there's one thing you can do to protect your trees and bushes, NBC 5 Chicago reported.

Stink Bugs Coming To Illinois: How To Keep Them Out Of Your Home

Other pests, like boxelder bugs, Asian lady beetles could use your home as a fall and winter refuge. Here's how to stop it.

When Does 1st Frost Usually Occur In Illinois: How To Protect Plants

If you're an avid gardener, keep an eye on local forecasts during mid-October.

Illinois Welcomes Back Monarch Butterflies

The Illinois Monarch Project created more than 80,000 acres of monarch-friendly habitat in 2017.

You Can Eat 17-Year Cicadas Emerging In Illinois

When the 17-year cicadas emerge later this spring in Illinois, they could find their way to your dinner table.

Lower Your Home Heating Costs In Illinois With A Smart Thermostat

Winter is coming to Illinois – lower your energy bill by installing a smart thermostat.

Remodel Your Basement With An Illinois HomeAdvisor Professional

Hire an Illinois HomeAdvisor contractor to remodel or refinish your basement and gain more living space in your home.

Tips For Thriving In Place Home Upgrades In Illinois

Find out how an Illinois HomeAdvisor renovation contractor can help you live in your home longer with thriving-in-place upgrades.

Basement Waterproofing And Foundation Repair In Illinois

Hire an Illinois HomeAdvisor contractor to inspect your house foundation for water leaks.

Protect Your Home With Gutter Services In Illinois

Keep your home safe from water damage by hiring a HomeAdvisor gutter professional in Illinois.

What You Need To Know When Hiring A Cleaning Service

Hiring a cleaning service is a great way to free up your time from household chores. Check out these tips for hiring a professional cleaner.

What You Need To Know About Indoor Air Quality And Air Ducts

A HomeAdvisor professional can help you check the air quality in your home and get your air ducts and heating system ready for fall.

Here's How To Spruce Up And Remodel Your Bathroom

Remodel your bathroom for a brand new look while increasing the value of your home.