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Record-setting Illinois Lottery Fast Play jackpot-winner sold at suburban gas station
A suburban Illinois Lottery player is not just a lot richer, but is also a history-maker after winning one of the largest-ever Fast Play jackpots in the game’s history. According to Illinois Lottery officials, the winning ticket worth nearly $1.7 million was sold at a gas station in suburban Alsip earlier this week.
Food Chain with 10 Illinois Places Suddenly Declares Bankruptcy
It's hard to remember a year where more restaurant chains have gone through financial struggles than 2024. Another Chicago-based company with 10 Illinois locations is now suddenly in bankruptcy court, too. Nation's Restaurant News has shared the word that Roti Modern Mediterranean has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Their story...
This Illinois Haunted House is Located Inside a Real Prison
Haunted houses pop up every year around the Halloween season to serve up some scares. The whole point of a haunted house is for visitors to experience the thrill of a good scare. I was reading an interesting article about haunted houses from the Smithsonian, and while different kinds of haunted houses have been around since the early 1800s, haunted houses really gained popularity when Disney introduced the Haunted Mansion in 1969.
Review: Rubber Legs by Kaviar
Kaviar was the first craft license to get on shelves in the state, kicking off a slow and steady expansion of the market that still continues. The label continues to add new strains to its portfolio, including Rubber Legs. I recently stopped into StarBuds Burbank and picked up an eighth of Rubber Legs to review. To celebrate the recent craft market expansion, News Joint Events is set to host more than 30 craft brands at the Illinois Craft Showcase 12-7 p.m. Sept. 7 at Molly’s Joint.
A taste of Mexico in the form of desserts
Paleticaz is not your typical ice cream and snack shop. Featuring deserts typical of Chihuahua, Mexico, there are a wide variety of items on their menu to try. Some of which include: elote en vaso (commonly referred to as street corn), walk-in tacos, various flavored popsicles, and cakes. Currently their bestseller is their ice cream. The most popular flavors are Tres Leches, Oreo, Vanilla and Chocolate. Also meant to be a family friendly hang out, there are board games on every table.
Trendy Homemade Meal Chain Coming to Illinois for First Time Ever
If you're looking for the latest and greatest in the world of fast food, you won't have long to wait before a new trendy homemade meal chain will be opening in Illinois as that's now planned before the end of the year. I saw Nation's Restaurant News announce that Beef-a-Roo...
Guy In Illinois: Here’s Every Illinois Triple-D Spot He’s Visited
A while back, I published a post about a place that was named Illinois' best burger joint by none other than Guy Fieri on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives. From what I understand, there's a very active fan base for Triple-D, and those fans want to visit the same places that they've seen Guy rave about.
Welcome to Illinois’ Booziest City: Where the Motto is ‘Hold My Beer!’
Prepare to raise a glass as we embark on a nationwide tour of America's booziest cities, where the drinks are as plentiful as the stories. From coast to coast, this map uncovers the spirited locales that have earned their titles as the drunkest city in each state. Introducing the ultimate...
Free Museum Days In Illinois During September
If you're looking for some family fun but are on a tight budget, there are opportunities available for free days at some Illinois museums. During September Some Illinois Museums Offer Free Days. I was pretty lucky growing up. My parents liked to do activities as a family so I got...
Health officials close lakes as potentially toxic blue-green algae blooms could harm people, pets
Those looking to take a dip in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin before summer ends might be disappointed.Wisconsin health officials found pockets of blue-green algae "blooms" in the lake. Illinois health officials were out Thursday testing the water at lakes in north suburban counties.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe algae can produce toxic chemicals that can be harmful to humans and animals. To reduce the risk to the public, health officials have closed some beaches.ABC7 Meteorologist Tracy Butler spoke Gina Laliberte with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to discuss the potential risks of being in the water...
Illinois’ Best Grocery Store? A New Study Names A Clear Winner
We should get started by asking about how you do your grocery shopping. Do you have one favorite grocery store/supermarket that you prefer over all the others, or do you just hit which ever store is closest to home?. Is it the coupons, the products, the service, the physical layout,...
Illinois Pizzerias With The Highest Scores From Dave Portnoy
Craving a slice of pizza perfection? Join us as we explore the top pizza joints in Illinois that have earned high marks from Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy's renowned One Bite Pizza Review. Imagine Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy embarking on a noble quest, a modern-day pizza knight, armed not...
Illinois: Urban Ministries presents alternative event as Hard Rock Casino opens
Illinois: Urban Ministries presents alternative event as Hard Rock Casino opens. The Hard Rock Casino opens in Rockford on Thursday, but Reverand Violet Johnicker of Rockford Urban Ministries wants to offer a sober event. Story continues below. “We wanted to create and offer a sober space for people who live...
The McDonald Brothers’ Idea That Ray Kroc Took to Illinois Then Worldwide
If you've ever wondered why McDonald's is called McDonald's, you can trace its origins to Ray Kroc, the founder, who was born in Illinois. We've been eating at the Golden Arches for years, but little did I know Kroc took inspiration for a globally dominant restaurant chain from a tiny burger restaurant in California.
Sick of Hornets in Illinois? Try This Simple Trick!
The one thing that can ruin outdoor fun in Illinois faster than a sudden downpour is hornets, but we just found a natural and fool proof way to get rid of them that you need to try immediately. Hornet Problems in Illinois. Hornets. I hate those pesky, stinging pests with...
Sugar Rush! Illinois is One of the ‘Sweetest’ States in the Country
Would you like a side of candy with your ice cream? Chances are if you're an Illinois resident, you have no problem saying yes. I think I've always loved dessert, I can check with my parents, but to my knowledge, I've always associated taking a break with Kit-Kats and not actually sitting down and zoning out.
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