The positive test was confirmed Monday in the 61705 ZIP code area, according to the McLean County Health Department.

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San Diego County will apply pesticide treatments in Rolando to reduce the number of mosquitoes in the area after West Nile ...

Residential and recreational areas in Guilford and Greene townships will be sprayed for adult mosquitoes beginning around ...

We checked out hundreds of products at the big Switchback outdoor gear show to find these 8 that excited us most ...

To find the best bug sprays, Consumer Reports put repellents to the ultimate test–having real people stick their arms into cages full of hungry mosquitoes. After testing lotions, sprays, and ...

Bug spray isn’t the only mosquito repellent that’s effective. Amazon shoppers are snapping up alternatives to keep mosquitos at bay, including a bug zapper, Thermacell Mosquito Repellent, and ...

You can spray it on clothing, but test it on a small area first to make sure it doesn't damage fabric. Adults should apply repellent to children, and only use DEET products with concentrations ...

No matter what type of repellent you choose, how you apply it makes a big difference. Apply after sunscreen, use a thin layer on exposed skin—never underneath clothing. It’s okay to spray it ...

For a natural alternative, Repel’s lemon eucalyptus spray is a solid choice. It’s DEET-free and works for up to six hours, keeping mosquitoes away without harsh chemicals.