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Woman Considers Contacting Police After Parents Allow 15-Year-Old Sister to Date 24-Year-Old Man
A woman on Reddit is raging after finding out that her parents are allowing her younger sister, 15, to date a 24-year-old man. "I can't believe my parents are protecting them and telling me that I am disrespectful and rude," the concerned sister wrote. Her parents have even refused to...
Famous Illinois Flea Market Returns With Celebrity Guests
This Illinois flea market not only offers many great treasures but also special celebrity guests to make appearances. I grew up going to flea markets. My parents loved going to them. The funny thing is, they rarely bought anything. They just like walking around and checking out all the stuff. I'm kind of the same way now.
Special Tours Give Inside Look At Movie Making In Illinois
Illinois might not be considered the Hollywood of the Midwest but there's been plenty of great movies filmed in our state and here's a chance to learn some of the history. I understand that when it comes to cities where movies are filmed, Los Angeles and New York get all the love. In reality, I believe Chicago should be right up there too. Many iconic movies and even TV shows have been shot in the Windy City.
Wisconsin Is Home To The World’s Largest Collection Of Bedpan Windchimes?
Today I learned that one home in Wisconsin is known for having the World's largest collection of metal bedpan windchimes, but that isn't even the weirdest thing that can be found in its yard. Only in Wisconsin. I may live in Illinois, but even I can admit that sometimes Wisconsin...
Win a Trip to Texas to Experience Dua Lipa at Austin City Limits Music Festival
You and your bestie can be a ✨Dua Duo✨ when you fly to Austin, Texas to experience Dua Lipa LIVE at the Austin City Limits Music Festival!. You don't want to miss your chance to win this once-in-a-lifetime getaway that will have you levitating as you dance the night away at ACL 2024.
Pecatonica,IL Is In a Fawn Frenzy Over a Baby Being Separated From Its Mom
A female deer in Pecatonica, Illinois who often interacts with neighbors, children, and dogs recently had a baby which she has been separated from, and many community members are NOT happy about it. Pecatonica's 'Pet' Deer. Living in Pecatonica, I have fallen in love with one female deer many of...
There are 40 Athletes from Illinois on the USA Olympic Team
The 2024 Paris Olympics begins later this month, and the Land of Lincoln will be WELL represented on Team USA, here are the details on which athletes from Illinois to keep an eye out for during the Olympics. According to an article from NBC Chicago, there are 40 athletes from...
Dog-Friendly Cruises Are the New Fun Summer Thing to Do in Illinois
Calling all dog lovers and their adventurous pups; ditch the ordinary walk in the park and set sail for an unforgettable experience on a dog-friendly boat cruise in Chicago this summer!. For the Love of Dogs. As the proud owner of three beloved dogs, I know there are a few...
Hannah Berner Claims She Was Not ‘Fired’ From ‘Summer House,’ Casts Got ‘Annoyed’ With Her (VIDEO)
Hannah Berner is spilling the tea (or seltzer) on her departure from Bravo's hit series Summer House. The comedian had a major fallout with co-stars Amanda Batula, and her husband, Kyle Cooke, over Loverboy — Cooke's beverage company. During a recent appearance on the "BFFs" podcast, hosted by Barstool...
Fans React to Katy Perry’s New Single ‘Woman’s World’
Katy Perry has officially launched her newest era with the first single from her upcoming album, "Woman's World." The song dropped on Thursday, July 11 with an accompanying music video and sets the tone for the vibe of 143, which is set to drop on Sept. 20, 2024. The music...
New EDM Festival Launching in Wisconsin in 2025
There are plenty of rock music festivals, and country music festivals in the Midwest, but fans of electronic music don't have many options, but that is about to change. Chippewa Valley Music Festivals, the company behind Rock Fest and Country Fest (now called Hoofbeat) in Cadott, Wisconsin, is launching a new music festival called 'Force Fields' in 2025.
The BEST Fried Chicken in Illinois is at a Thai Restaurant
The experts at Yelp claim they found the best friend chicken in the Land of Lincoln and it is not at a southern-style restaurant, but instead at a place that specializes in Boba Tea and other Taiwanese food. Here are the details... Yelp released a list on July, 1st of...
Here’s Why Friday Is The Perfect Day For A Haircut In Illinois
Did you know Friday is the best day to get a haircut? You're not only looking fresh for the weekend, but you'll have good fortune!. I'm not an Astrology guru and know absolutely nothing about crystals, zodiacs, planets, or the significance of birth months. With that, everything I'm about to tell you is solely based on an Astrology source I found.
12 Wisconsin Eateries Featured on the Food Network
Wisconsin's culinary scene has often gained national attention, with several local restaurants being showcased on the Food Network. These featured spots highlight the state's diverse and delectable food offerings, from farm-to-table restaurants to iconic cheese-centric eateries. If the Food Network loved the food, you probably will too. Wouldn't it be...
Premier Boxing Event Kicking Off This August in Downtown Rockford
This August, the Rockford Boxing Classic returns to Downtown Rockford. Here's everything you need to know. Ever since I was young, I've loved watching boxing, MMA, and wrestling. After going to the Fight or Flight Classic in Rochelle back in February, I'm excited to see a boxing classic coming to Rockford!
Potentially Deadly Bacteria Can Now Be Found In Wisconsin Lakes
Hot summer temperatures have arrived, which means there will be masses of people taking full advantage of the weather by hitting beaches throughout Wisconsin. As much fun as that is, there are precautions beachgoers need to take. The most obvious include things like wearing sunscreen to prevent skin cancer and following basic water safety to avoid drowning.
Did You Win The $1 Million Lottery Ticket Sold In Illinois?
You may have some money in your console that you don't even know about. Anytime we buy a lottery ticket we always think to ourselves that this might be it. This time we just might win more than $5! If you happened to stop by a gas station in the Chicago area recently, you really do need to check your ticket.
Report: 35 Illinois Grocery Stores to Be Sold Off After Merger
It appears there's about to be a seismic shift in the grocery store market in Illinois. A new report claims that as many as 35 Illinois grocery stores are being identified and planned for selloff after a mega-merger is complete. Yahoo Finance just broke this story today about the future...
Nap? Study Claims 1 Out of Every 3 in Illinois ‘Always Tired’
Boy, do I identify with this one. There's a new study that claims that one out of every three people in Illinois are 'always tired'. I need a nap. How about you?. This is an interesting new study from Talker which sampled a huge amount of people to learn about their energy level (or lack thereof). The big picture takeaway from their questions is that one out of every 3 people say they often or always feel tired even after a good night's sleep. Something is very wrong here.
America’s Biggest Restaurant Chain Has 647 Illinois Locations
I'm not good at math, but I do seem to succeed at fast food math. There's a new declaration of America's biggest restaurant chain and my fingers and toes count reveals that it has 641 locations in Illinois. This new ranking by Nation's Restaurant News of (you guessed it) restaurants...
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