Midwest

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Young renters looking out at a city skyline, symbolizing the diverse and evolving rental market across the nation.

Real Estate

New Report Reveals Top Cities for Renters Nationwide

In Hartford, Connecticut, an astonishing 76.

Aaron Blake·September 19, 2026

Crowds enjoying food at the Indiana State Fair with a focus on the high prices of popular items like turkey legs and funnel cakes.

Food & Drink

New Food and Drink Prices at 2026 State Fair

A single turkey leg at the Indiana State Fair costs $19.

Sophie Nguyen·August 28, 2026

Chicago skyline under dark storm clouds with wind damage visible on streets, including downed trees and debris.

Best in City

Chicago weathered severe storms causing widespread wind damage Wednesday.

Wind gusts reaching 72.

Hannah Pierce·June 11, 2026

Chicago skyline under dark rain clouds with a visible heatwave graphic, illustrating the forecast of rain and high temperatures.

Real Estate

Chicago weather forecast: Rain and heat expected through Thursday

Chicago is bracing for a week where daily rain chances will collide with temperatures soaring into the low 90s by Wednesday, creating a persistent, muggy challenge.

Hannah Pierce·June 8, 2026

A vibrant Midwest Main Street with historic buildings and diverse shops, juxtaposed with a subtle 'For Lease' sign indicating economic pressures.

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Midwest Main Streets: Thriving But Facing Challenges

In Galena, Illinois, a beloved family bakery, a Main Street fixture for 70 years, recently shut its doors.

Hannah Pierce·May 2, 2026

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force in Dayton, Ohio, with a vintage airplane in the sky during sunset.

Local Guides

Ohio Travel Guides for Regional Attractions

The 2026 Ohio Travel Guide dedicates a two-page spread to the National Museum of the U.

Derek Molina·April 18, 2026