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Illinois Supreme Court: Smell of Burnt Cannabis Insufficient Cause for Police Vehicle Search
The Illinois Supreme Court recently made a significant ruling that could change how police conduct vehicle searches in the state, especially when it comes to marijuana. In a unanimous decision, the court ruled that the smell of burnt cannabis by itself is not enough for police to search a vehicle without a warrant. This decision marks a shift in how cannabis is treated in Illinois since the state legalized its recreational use in 2020.
New Drink Illegal in Indiana, Selling Very Well in Illinois
Looking for a drink that makes you feel euphoric without the hassle of alcohol? Well, Illinois has just the thing—unless you live in Indiana, where it’s banned for, let’s just say, reasons. New Brew: Because Who Needs Alcohol to Feel Euphoric?. Move over, hard seltzers—there’s a new...
America’s Worst Chocolate Brand Is Sold In Iowa
Iowa has countless options when it comes to mass-production of chocolate. Who doesn't love chocolate? Apparently there is enough hate for one brand in particular to justify making this list. I do wonder though, how do you judge if chocolate is bad? I'd imagine it's subjective, but apparently not. It...
Eastern Iowa Woman Wins $100,000 Top Prize From Iowa Lottery
Lately, there has been a lot of winning happening in Eastern Iowa. Over the course of the last month, seven people in the Eastern Iowa area have won huge prizes with the Iowa Lottery. The biggest winner comes from Iowa's island city, Sabula. Bobbi Jo Bratcher, 54, of Sabula won...
New Casino Possibly Coming to Cedar Rapids?
Put it all on red, bet the Iowa Hawkeye under, or jump on a slot machine you think is hot because a new casino could be coming to eastern Iowa. Cedar Rapids is once again hoping to be granted permission to build a new casino. Proposals have been rejected in years past but could the 3rd time be the charm? Cedar Rapids officials are surely hoping so.
Wisconsin Man Has Over 100,000 Pieces of Invaluable McDonald’s Memorabilia
If you've seen the documentary Super Size Me, you might remember Don Gorske. Don was the friendly, lanky fellow with perfectly round glasses and a long, flowing bowl cut. He proudly shared with documentarian Morgan Spurlock that he's eaten at least one McDonald's Big Mac almost every day since he first tried the sandwich in 1972. When I first wrote about Gorske a couple of years ago, he had eaten 32,944 Big Macs. As of early-afternoon Saturday, September 14th, 2024, he's consumed 34,643. He was just re-awarded the Guinness World Record for the feat in February.
Illinois Spot Named Best ‘Hidden Gem Destination’ in the State
Southern Illinois is a road-tripper's paradise, especially if you're the type who loves hidden gems that feel like your own private discovery. Recently, Cheapism scoured the country to compile a list of “hidden gem destinations” that every curious traveler should explore. Best Hidden Gem Destinations in Every State.
15 Awesome Eastern Iowa Restaurants I Ate at This Summer
It's been a crazy busy summer! Between the Great Jones County Fair, the Linn County Fair, the Iowa State Fair, traveling to Michigan and South Dakota, several visits to Adventureland, and a trip to the Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow, I've been running around non-stop. Luckily, I still managed to eat at or order from quite a few Eastern Iowa restaurants and food trucks! Here are some of the delicious meals that I had between June and September of 2024:
Wisconsin Man Arrested For Stealing Corndogs And More Food
With this latest incident in Wisconsin, I'm convinced that criminals will steal anything that they can get their hands on. Wisconsin Thief Steals Food Including Corndogs From Grocery Store. I'm not sure how people do it. They walk into a place of business like a store and grab a bunch...
Most Expensive Illinois Restaurant Explodes Dessert on Your Table
You'll almost certainly never see dessert served like this anywhere else. What has been ranked as the most expensive restaurant in Illinois will sometimes explode dessert on your table and that's where you eat it from. According to a new ranking from Love Food, the most expensive restaurant in Illinois...
Biggest Party Schools In Illinois And Wisconsin
When it comes to parties, the Midwest does it right. there are plenty of great schools here. Does your school go hard when it comes to parties? It's time to see if it can make the list. How To Get These Stats. Niche has released a way to check the...
Plane Passenger Captures Huge Storm Blowing Up Over Illinois
It's no secret that thunderstorms take on a life of their own in Illinois, but it's not often that we get to see it happen from above. Now you can thanks to video from a plane passenger showing a huge thunderstorm with clouds blowing up over Illinois. RezRez captured this...
3 Hilarious Reasons Not To Move To Illinois
Illinois has many things to enjoy, however, some things would make the state better. And to anyone planning on moving to the Land of Lincoln, take this as your heads up. I've had a lot of fun and met many amazing people while living here. I can honestly say I'm enjoying life a lot more at the moment, and a big reason is the abundant amount of good people and opportunities.
Illinois Warning Residents to Stop Going to Fake Dentists
Here are a couple of facts to consider. There are real dentists and there are fake dentists. The state of Illinois would appreciate it if you'd stop going to the fake ones. As the descendent (albeit distant) from a very famous Wild West dentist, it's going to be hard to hold back my tendency to be snarky, but I'll try. The state of Illinois has an official Fake Dentist, Real Risk website and I'm not even making any of that up. They even made a fancy graphic to emphasize their point.
Illinois and Wisconsin Cities Ranked Among Happiest in America
Turns out, happiness isn't just for sunny beaches and palm trees—it’s right here in the Midwest too! Believe it or not, both Illinois and Wisconsin have cities that made the cut on the 2024 "Happiest Cities in America" list. So, while we may deal with polar vortexes and cheese curd overloads, there's still plenty to smile about in our neck of the woods. Let's dive into what makes our Midwest charm unbeatable when it comes to living the good life.
All In Grocers Sold After Only a Year in Waterloo—Here’s What’s Next
Changes are coming to a locally owned grocery store. News came out earlier this summer that a Waterloo business that had become a beacon of hope to the Walnut neighborhood would be put on pause. Now, just a month later it seems like it's changing hands. All In Grocers Announces...
Iowa’s Monarch Butterfly Population on an Alarming Decline
I'm a fan of pictures in general. Take em' and I'll look at em'. I like to see the angles, and how the shot is composed or sometimes not composed. It's fun and when you pair it with something you really like, all the more fun. Nature happens all around us and trying to catch a perfect shot is all about luck. Yes, you can have all the F stops ya want but if your subject isn't up to snuff. Well, all those stops, won't help. I find it much more helpful when the subject you're looking for is right in the photographic crosshairs.
WATCH: Elk Seen Walking On Eastern Iowa Airport Runway
There is plenty of cool wildlife in the state of Iowa. Sure, we have our smaller animals like squirrels, rabbits, groundhogs, and others. Typically, the only antlered animals we see walking around are those deer that try to jump in front of our vehicles. Recently, a decent-sized elk wanted to...
Illinois Is Home To Most Expensive Drink In United States
If your alcohol budget is unlimited then you have to check out the most expensive drink in the United States which is available in Illinois. Illinois Drink Is Most Expensive In The United States. I don't care what the experts and the government say about the economy but in my...
Experts Say the Best State Park to Visit in Illinois is a Beach?
When you think about getting outside and enjoying nature in Illinois, what comes to mind? Experts say that if you're really looking for the best state park to visit in the Land of Lincoln, you need to go to a beach. Really. If you made me guess what place in...
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