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Wisconsin’s Longest + Deepest Canyon Has Places Sun Hasn’t Seen in 50,000 Years
Our family recently returned from a trip to the Wisconsin Dells. It was our second time to the Dells, and we wanted to experience some different things. We've done the Duck Boat tours, Mount Olympus, Go Karts, Mini-golfing, Ripley's Believe It Or Not, The Tommy Bartlett Water Show (RIP), and others. One thing we hadn't done yet was the Lost Canyon Horse Tours.
20 Copycat Snacks Being Investigated by Feds for Containing THC
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Federal Trade Commission are cracking down on companies that are creating copycat versions of popular snacks and infusing them with delta-8 THC. In a joint press release, the two organizations said it has issued warning letters to five different companies across the U.S....
Three Wisconsin Residents Report Strange Object In The Sky
Things sure are getting spooky out there! Over the past few years, talk of UFO sightings has amped up. No one gets a strange look anymore when they mention they may have seen one floating about in the sky. In fact, in Minnesota last year alone, there were nearly fifty...
Video Shows Chicago, Illinois Man Drive Through a Violent Tornado
You could tell this driver in Chicago, Illinois was in trouble the moment power flashes happened to the left side of his vehicle and debris appeared right in front of him. Video shows what happened when he drove straight through a violent tornado. This video appears to have been captured...
Plenty of Time to Check Out the 5 Best Beaches in Illinois
There is still plenty of time this summer to take a trip and visit one of the best beaches in Illinois. I know what you're probably thinking. Beaches in Illinois? Yes, there are several in fact in the Land of Lincoln. There are a few just in Chicago along the lake, however, there are several throughout the state that are among the very best.
Illinois Officials Investigate Disease Outbreak Among Wildlife Rehab Visitors
An investigation is underway to figure out why volunteers at a Quad Cities wildlife rehab facility got sick. According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, there has been an outbreak of cryptosporidiosis, which is a gastrointestinal disease, in the last few weeks. At least 12 people have been confirmed...
Adventuresome Bear Spotted Touring a Small Illinois Town
You can't blame a bear for wanting to get out and enjoying the summer weather and see the sights. That's apparently what's happening in a small southern Illinois town that has video proof that they have a very hairy visitor prowling about. I saw KFVS12 Heartland News, Weather & Sports...
Russo Brothers in Talks to Direct Next ‘Avengers’ Movies
After a long and exhaustive search, it seems Marvel has found the perfect people to direct the next two Avengers sequels: The guys who directed the last two Avengers sequels. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Anthony and Joe Russo are in “early talks” to direct Avengers 5 and Avengers 6. The Russos previously directed Captain America: The Winter Soldier and Civil War and Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame, most of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s most successful films.
Teen Devastated After Parents Buy Younger Sister New Car for Birthday, Only Give Her Gift Card and Book
A teen was left in a complicated situation after her parents gave her sister an expensive birthday gift. The teen explained in her Reddit post that her sister was diagnosed with cancer last year, which was very hard on the family. "I love my sister and I tried to be...
Illinois Singles Have to Beat Major Odds to Get on ‘Love Island’
Are you looking to be the next contestant on the hottest reality show on TV right now? You have a slim chances of landing on 'Love Island,' if you're from Illinois. You also have a slim chance of landing on 'Love Island,' if you're from our 49 other United States. Why not throw Washington D.C. in there too. It's a tough show to crack!
Wedding Canceled After Bridesmaid Sparks Huge Family Blowup
This family has some serious wedding drama, according to a post in Reddit's Am I The A--hole forum. The person who wrote the post explained that their uncle is marrying a girl named Mel, who would rather elope and have a "traditional wedding from her country," but the groom's mom, Amanda, is against it.
BREAKING: Illinois Walmart is Evacuated for Possible Bomb Threat
Employees and customers were suddenly evacuated from a Walmart in Rockford just after noon today (Wednesday) for an apparent bomb threat. Northridge Walmart in Rockford, Illinois Evacuated for Bomb Threat. According to the post from the Rockford Police Department at 12:34 pm on Wednesday, July 17, the Bomb Unit was...
Why Are Will Smith and Johnny Depp Yachting Together in Italy?
Did you know Will Smith and Johnny Depp are friends?. Apparently, they are, since they were spotted enjoying a yacht trip in Italy ahead of a special concert appearance together. The actors were pictured on the yacht with Egyptian singer Ahmed Saad, who posted a photo with the duo on...
Goodwill Stores in Minnesota Will Not Accept These Donations
It's the perfect day to open the windows and deep clean your house. Find those things that haven't seen the light of day for a good while. I love decluttering and donating stuff I'm not using anymore. There's something so freeing about getting rid of "junk," and you know what they say - one person's junk is another's treasure. ;)
Bryan Singer Didn’t Want Comics on the ‘X-Men’ Set
If you look back on the original X-Men movie now, it does seem fairly dated. And the thing is now almost 25 years old, so that’s not totally shocking. At the time, it looked cutting-edge and almost daring in its willingness to throw a Marvel comic up on the screen. Compared with modern superhero movies now, though, it is distinctly lacking in color, and in comics-accurate costumes and details. The X-Men don’t wear anything approximating their comic-book uniforms; instead, they’re draped in matching black leather, a look they continued through the next two sequels.
‘Top Chef Masters’ Star Naomi Pomeroy Dead at 49 Following Tubing Accident
'Top Chef Masters' star Naomi Pomeroy has passed away at age 49 following a tubing accident in Oregon. According to Portland Monthly, the Portland-area chef's family believes she died from drowning in the Willamette River on July 13. On July 14, Benton County Patrol Lieutenant Toby Bottorff revealed that an...
Sneaky Reason Why Citrus Fruit Is Sold in Mesh, Rubber Bags
Walking through the produce section of a grocery store is so invigorating. All the bright colors of various fruits, and even the smells sometime tickle our noses. I've even found myself weaving between the fruit displays even when fruit isn't on my shopping list. Sometimes we pick and choose our...
2024 Emmy Nominations Announced: See the Full List
If it feels like we just did the whole Emmy Awards things, that’s because last year’s annual ceremony was delayed from the fall to the winter because of the multiple Hollywood strikes of 2023. With those thankfully behind us, the awards are returning to their more traditional position — with the full list of nominations for 2024 just announced.
9 Deadliest Roads to Drive in Wisconsin
Driving in Wisconsin offers scenic views and serene landscapes, but some roads present significant dangers to motorists. Here, we delve into the nine deadliest roads in the state, where caution is more than just a recommendation—it's a necessity. Nearly 20 years of National Highway Traffic Safety Administration data was...
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