Did you know these 20 famous athletes were born in Illinois?

There are plenty more, but here are 20 notable athletes with Illinois roots.

Athletico/Accelerated Remind Athletes of All Types about the Importance of Athletic Trainers

Whether you play as a professional, a student or just for fun an athletic trainer can keep you at the top of your game.

24th Annual On the Road to Literacy Tutor & Adult Learner Conference

Welcoming all adult literacy students, tutors, teachers and staff to attend the On the Road to Literacy Learner Conference on April 18, 2015

5th Annual Pastoral Artisan Producer Festival

The 5th Annual Pastoral Artisan Producer Festival will take place on Saturday, April 25th, 2015

The 10 Republican Governors Talking New Taxes

Will Gov. Bruce Rauner end up doing the same?

You won't believe how much money these Illinois colleges raked in last year

New report reveals which colleges received the most in private gifts. Let’s just say Northwestern University has some very generous donors.

Jenny McCarthy's New House / Mall Terror Worries / Drew Peterson and the Hit Man / Little Leaguers Stripped of U.S. Title

And an adorable pug runs through a snow maze in a very, very cold and snowy February. These were the most-read stories of February 2015.

Your Illinois Driver's License Soon May Not Pass Muster with the TSA

State concerned about REAL ID. Also, one university tuition perk may be killed. Plus the gov's budget and local school funding.

The Eastland disaster and 7 other dark moments in Illinois history

Top 8 most notorious, morbid events that happened in Illinois.

Red Theater Chicago presents 'insert heart here'

Red Theater Chicago will present a staged reading of its 2014-2015 Red Playwriting Competition winner "insert heart here" on March 8.

NBC Casting America's Best Home Cooks For Season 2 of Food Fighters

NBC is seeking America’s best home cooks to compete with professional chefs for huge cash prizes!

How much money would your city lose under Rauner's proposed budget?

Illinois towns will feel the sting under Gov. Rauner’s budget plan. Find out just how painful the cuts could be…

"Bickell Dog" Kickoff Event with Bryan Bickell and Meatheads!

Meatheads and the Bickell Foundation Create the “Bickell Dog” Hot Dog To Support Bick’s Pits

15 steps that put Rahm in an unthinkable situation... and who could be next

Despite support from big corporations and Pres. Obama, these 15 steps led Rahm down a hazardous path. Could his friend be next?

Wintrust Bank - North Center and North Center Chamber of Commerce Hold Women in Business Happy Hour

Wintrust Bank – North Center and the North Center Chamber of Commerce have partnered to host a Women in Business Happy Hour.

And the Oscar goes to... an Illinoisan!

Did you know these Academy Award winners have Illinois roots?

Prohibition Party This Friday at Waterhouse Tavern!

Celebrate your right to drink this Friday at 7pm! Giveaways, Prohibition era cocktails and live Jazz music!!

Johnny Cash Birthday Bash at Country Club

Come celebrate the great Johnny Cash with awesome drink specials, $6 Popcorn Chicken and a live cover band at 9pm!

Chronicling Corruption in Illinois: Enough History to Write a Book, Literally

“The federal crime rate in the [Chicago] City Council is higher than in the most dangerous ghetto in the city.”

How Many Millionaires Live in Illinois?

If Madigan wants to tax millionaires, he better do it quick.

Easter Brunch at the Abbington

Easter Sunday Brunch

No Heat Hasn't Turned West Side Nuns Into Sob Sisters

The nuns of Fraternite Notre Dame still continue good deeds despite their church's heating system breaking. Find out how to help them.

Will County Doctor Body Slams CM Punk With $1M Libel Lawsuit

The WWE's ringside doc claims the ex-wrestler, during a podcast, called him lazy and said he mistreated medical issues.

A List of Spending Cut Highlights from Gov. Rauner's Budget Plan

Here is some of what you’ll find on Rauner’s chopping block.

Cops Release Video of Thieves Wanted In Connection To Doggy Day Care Van Theft

Chicago Police ask public's help in identifying suspects wanted in connect to doggy day care van theft in River West neighborhood.

Does Rauner's Budget Help the State at the Expense of the 'Burbs?

Gov. Bruce Rauner wants to slash state income tax revenue municipalities get by about $600M.

What's Colder: The Weather or the Shoulder the Bears are Giving Cutler?

Chicago's new coach and GM are publicly saying they're not committed to the high-paid QB. Is that a smart move?

7 Big Companies that Fled Illinois

Leaving and looking for greener pastures.

Chicago Lands in the Middle of the Pack of Most Active U.S. Cities

The Windy City ranks No. 42 out of 85 cities. In your face Milwaukee (44), Indy (55), Baltimore (69), Miami (72) and Detroit (82)!

Police Search for Missing Dogs In Stolen Doggy Day Care Van

Thieves nab doggy day care van at gunpoint in River West with six dogs inside it.

Fair or Foul? A Guide to the Fight Over Mr. Cub's Last Wishes

Cubs legend Ernie Banks died last month, and his family and the woman who cared for him are locked in battle. Here's what you need to know.

Spring Wedding Showcase

Your Invited to Abbington Distinctive Banquets Bridal Open House!

Fathers Helping Fathers Addresses Sensitive Subject for Dads of Divorce and Domestic Discord

The national non-profit organization hosts ‘Dad School’, to provide Chicago area fathers with free legal advice, and support.

2015 Chicago Viola Festival at Ravinia - Clinicians Announced

The Chicago Viola Festival is on March 15th, 2015 at Ravinia Festival, featuring clinics, master classes, & performances

Jeb Bush: His Own Man or Another Chip Off the Family Block?

Presidential hopeful uses Chicago speech to distance himself from father's and brother's legacies and create own identity. Is it working?

12 Fast Facts About the Illinois FY 2016 Budget

Here’s what you need to know about next year’s fiscal budget.

Shower Soloists Rejoice: Practice Outweighs Talent in Singing

A recently published Northwestern University study found that singing was more of a learned skill.

Lyons Twp. Senior Shoots and Scores ... a Car

Brendan Swinehart, of Western Springs, made the auto-winning half-court shot during last week's Lyons-Hindale Central game.

Chicago Native Makes Giant Leap to Astronaut Hall of Fame

John Grunsfeld, a Highland Park High School grad, has been on 5 space shuttle missions and done 8 spacewalks.

Infographic: Illinois State Government Union Membership Over the Years

Whether you belong to a union, support unions or hate unions, you’ll be interested in these charts.