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Illinois Named Best In America For Retirement ─ Here’s Where We Rank
If retirement is in your near future, it might be a great idea to look at new places to reside. Need a change of pace or scenery? Here's why Illinois might be the best state to settle in. We all dream about retiring someday. I'd pick up and move somewhere...
Illinoisans Warned About Phony QR Code Scams: How To Spot A Fake
I guess QR codes fall under the banner of "Things We Got Into During The Pandemic," because the popularity of these handy, scan-able jumbles of black and white pixels really got going when people discovered they were handy for scanning menus or bills, and sharing things on social media. QR...
Thought Rockford’s Symbol Was Tall? Hard Rock Guitar Is Even Bigger
As we get closer to Labor Day weekend in Rockford, we're seeing more and more additions to the Hard Rock Casino get completed - that includes the giant guitar that'll be out front and center!. On Thursday, August 29th, 2024 at 3:00pm, the Hard Rock Casino Rockford will open to...
It’s 815 Week! Save Lives, Win Prizes with RRVBC ‘815 Drive’
It’s Rockford 815 Week and together, we can help the Rock River Valley Blood Center reach a goal of 815 blood donations!. From August 12 to August 16 participate in the Townsquare Media Blood Drive by visiting any RRVBC donor center or mobile drive and help us hit our target of 815 blood donations.
Glorious Oasis in Camp Point, Illinois is a Horse Lover’s Dream
Close your eyes and try to imagine the ideal place where you can have a private oasis and enjoy your horses, too. There's a place in Camp Point, Illinois where that is a possibility. This is 2064 E 2200th Street in Camp Point, Illinois. It's a massive 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom estate...
See Halloween’s Haddonfield, Illinois Real Life Locations Today
A case could be made that the most famous Illinois town in movie history is one that never really existed. I am referring to Haddonfield, Illinois, the hometown of Michael Myers and the setting for one of the scariest movies ever. You can see what Haddonfield, Illinois looks like today where the real place exists.
No Cellphones Will Be Allowed In This Illinois High School’s Classrooms
One high school in Illinois has a new policy coming up this fall. The issue of cellphones in classrooms has been going on for years. Do we let the kids have them in case a parent needs them? If so, can we trust them not to get distracted and scroll through apps or send unnecessary texts? Or should we just take the phones away from the kids completely?
2 Best Theaters in Illinois to See the Thrilling New Movie ‘Twisters’
We've been hearing from listeners who went to see the latest Twisters movie this past weekend, and all reviews say it's a must-see. Best Theaters in Illinois for Exciting Action Movies. A recent 'Question of the Day' asked what's one movie that everyone should see at least once and we...
New Change Rolling Out Soon at Costco Stores in Minnesota + Illinois
I do a lot of embarrassing things. Not on purpose. They just happen. One of the latest was at a Costco in Minnesota. You know how you walk through the big door at Costco and flash your membership card to the nice person standing there acting like the bouncer? We all know the drill. Grab an oversized cart. As you are pushing that towards the door you fumble around to find your card in your wallet. You find it just in time to show the Costco bouncer and BAM!, you are in.
The Top Three Biggest Party Schools In Illinois
It's almost back to school time so why not see where the parties are! Does your Illinois school go hard when it comes to parties? It's time to see if it can make the list. Niche has released a way to check the grading of different aspects of every college in America. They have grades for Academics, Diversity, Athletics, Value, Campus, and of course Party Scene. Niche also has an overall list as well to save you from having to look up every school individually.
20 Noodles & Company Locations May Close – How Many in Illinois?
I saw a surprising report today after an earnings call by Noodles & Company. Underperforming locations were mentioned and the estimate is that between 15 and 20 may close. The question now is how many of the 59 current restaurants in Illinois might be affected. This unexpected story was shared...
Deadly Pathogens Experimented with Inside 7 Illinois Labs?
Yes, I understand that precautions are being taken, but does it also concern you just a little bit that there are reportedly at least 7 Illinois labs in different parts of the state that experiment with deadly pathogens? Where did I put my insulated bubble suit?. There is an interesting...
Only One Illinois Hospital Makes ‘Shortest Emergency Room Wait Time’ List
You can't always plan an emergency, but if could, you would definitely want to be at one of the US hospitals with the shortest ER wait times. How many times have you rushed to the Emergency Room just to sit and wait for hours? Probably more than you wish to count.
Illinois is paying $380,000+ to WHO???
You will NEVER guess whose salary in the Land of Lincoln was over $380,000 last year...Taxpayer dollars are going to this person and I guarantee you have ZERO idea who this person is or what they do... According to an article from the Illinois State Journal-Register (they are a FANTASTIC...
New Addition Spotted at Kwik Trip Stores in Minnesota + Wisconsin
Next time you go to grab milk or bananas at Kwik Trip stores in the Midwest, take a good look around. A huge change has been quietly happening, one-by-one, at stores in Minnesota. And if it was spotted in Minnesota, it's got to be happening in the home state of Wisconsin too.
HGTV Names Illinois Town Among the Nation’s Up & Coming
Known for its parks, museums, and university this Illinois town is getting national attention from HGTV for being up-and-coming. It's not a big town (actually, it's considered two) but out of 30 only one midwestern town makes the list of being the place to be. Champaign-Urbana. HGTV says,. Strong ties...
Discover The Top Workout Trend In Illinois: Yoga Vs. Pilates
Do you wake up in the morning and hit the tennis court? Maybe you hop on the treadmill? Or are you more interested in the most popular exercise in Illinois, yoga. When you're a kid, you don't really 'exercise,' on purpose. You might be on a baseball team or part of a cheerleading squad and you end up sweating through practice and games and feel the burn totally by accident.
Tragic Incident at Blackhawk Springs Forest Preserve in Illinois
An urgent response unfolded at the Blackhawk Springs Forest Preserve on Thursday night (8/8), according to a press release from the Winnebago County Sheriff's Office. Emergency Response at Blackhawk Springs Forest Preserve. At approximately 6:30 p.m., a coordinated effort from Winnebago County Sheriff’s Deputies, Cherry Valley Police Officers, Rockford Park...
This Is When Illinois And Wisconsin Will Get The First Frost This Year
Fall is right on our doorstep. Kids are heading back to school, Spirit Halloween stores are opening for the season, and we're less than a month away from Labor Day. The yearly August argument is strong on social media right now. Some hang on to pool season and embrace the Dog Days of Summer. Others jump right into Spooky Season and all things pumpkin.
See What It’s Like Inside a Wild Amish Grocery Store in Illinois
I am so glad we live in the part of America that also has so many vibrant Amish communities. And, when I say "vibrant", I'm obviously not talking about the color of clothing, but the natural way of life that they share including their grocery stores which are unlike any you've probably ever seen as new video from Illinois proves.
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