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Yelp says these are the top 10 water parks in Chicagoland: But are they?
Yelp users rate these water parks as the best in the Chicago area. Is your favorite on this list?. (CHICAGO) There is still enough time this summer to splash down a slide, ride the waves of a wave pool, or float down a lazy river at a water park.
Day trip Chicago: Head to Indiana this summer and relax at the beach
Less than an hour's drive from Chicago, you can escape the city and chill out on a sandy beach. Pathway to Kemil Beach on a beautiful late summer morning. Indiana Dunes National Park, IndianaImage by crazy.daisy/Depositphotos.com.
Michael Jordan's game-day jersey worn in the 1997 playoffs could sell for $1 million
The sports memorabilia business is booming as formerly worn items and trading cards sell for top dollars. Michael Jordan of the Chicago Bulls in game action in a regular season game.Image by ProShooter/Depositphotos.com.
10,000 square foot Toys “R” Us to open in State Street Macy's in time for the holidays
Toys “R” Us is coming back, and the toy stores will be in a Macy's near you starting this fall. (CHICAGO) In 2018, Toys “R” Us declared bankruptcy and closed its stores all over the country. There didn't seem to be much chance for the well-loved and nostalgic-to-many, toy store to make a comeback.
Off the beaten path in Chicago: From rats to ugly buildings, these tours show you another side
Tours with Mike provide visitors and locals with unique views of the city. (CHICAGO) A native of Kansas, when I moved to the Chicago area in my 20s and began working downtown, I remember being shocked when a coworker showed me the underground Pedway. I had complained about the bitter cold and biting wind off the lake, so she showed me her trick to staying warm on her walk into the office in the dead of a Chicago winter.
Stimulus checks 2022: Illinois one of 14 US states sending tax refunds to residents
Who is eligible, how much will you get, and when will the checks be dispersed?. (CHICAGO) There isn't much chance of federal stimulus checks coming back this year. However, 14 states, including Illinois, plan on giving back a portion of taxpayer money to their residents.
Carbon credits and tax refunds: What savings can you expect on your ComEd bills?
Carbon credits began lowering bills in June, and tax refunds will start in January. (CHICAGO) It's unusual to see credits on your utility bills. But that is what northern Illinois customers began seeing, in June, on their ComEd electric bills.
What is the dark secret lurking under Chicago's picturesque Lincoln Park?
The Couch Tomb is a reminder that Lincoln Park was once a cemetery. Couch Mausoleum Lincoln ParkJmp2web, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons. (CHICAGO) I took a stroll through Lincoln Park recently. It was a perfect summer day. Clear skies, but not too hot, thanks to the cool breeze blowing in from the lake. Crowds of people were milling around. A wedding party was having their pictures taken in front of the backdrop of the Chicago skyline.
Why this stunning castle in the Chicago suburbs should be on your summer bucket list
The impressive Hindu temple, BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir of Chicago, is open daily for visitors. BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha/(CC BY-SA 3.0)/via Wikimedia Commons. (CHICAGO) Although Chicago is a city known for its architecture, visitors may not expect to see a palace made of Turkish limestone and Italian marble sitting in the northwestern suburbs.
Chicago families can take advantage this summer of the library's free Kids Museum Passport
Forget inflation and take the kids to Chicago's most popular museums for free. Here is how. (CHICAGO) Consumer spending is on the decline, and all signs point to a recession headed our way. But still, it's summer, kids are home from school, and families want to make the best of things.
Can you ditch your devices and head outdoors for a day? July 9 is Unplug Illinois Day
What is Unplug Day, and will you take the challenge?. (CHICAGO) Can you set aside your smartphones and devices for an entire day? Do you even want to try?. If you're hesitant about it, which many people probably are, try thinking about it this way. Imagine a day with no texts, emails, or calls. Just you in the outdoors, either alone or with friends or family, enjoying nature with no distractions.
Check out these cute pics of animals at Brookfield Zoo celebrating the 4th of July
Several animals at the zoo received Fourth of July-themed special treats in celebration of Independence Day. Allie, the bottlenose dolphin enjoys an enrichment treat.photo by Cathy Bazzoni/CZS-Brookfield Zoo.
Beat the heat with Wendy's new Strawberry Frosty: It's only here for the summer
Say goodbye to vanilla this summer as Wendy's replaces its usual Vanilla Frosty with a refreshing strawberry flavor for a limited time. Wendy's has been making Frosties for over 50 years without too much tampering with the flavors.
Fourth of July celebrations: Are fireworks and sparklers illegal in Chicago?
Fireworks are banned statewide in Illinois. Novelty items may be allowed depending on where you live. (CHICAGO) I've been hearing fireworks going off around my suburban neighborhood for the past week. But officials prefer that the public leave the fireworks celebrations to the professionals.
Are flushable wipes really flushable? Wipes labeling law in effect July 1 in Illinois
Careful before you flush that wipe. New Illinois law aims to add a conspicuous "do not flush" label to wipes. (CHICAGO) A 210-foot-long mass of oil, fat, and wet wipes was found clogging a sewer in a small town in England in 2019. The "fatberg" took eight weeks to remove.
Willie Wilson plans 5th Chicago gas giveaway for July 9th: Here are the details
Chicago mayoral candidate, Willie Wilson, announced a preliminary list of participating gas stations on Facebook for his latest giveaway. (Update, July 7, 2022: Scroll down for the updated list from Wilson's Facebook page of gas stations giving out free gas on July 9th.)
What to do in Chicago this summer? Head to the suburbs to visit this gem of a museum
The Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art in Oak Brook is a one-of-a-kind museum showcasing an enchanting assortment of gemstones, carvings, fossils, and other treasures. (CHICAGO) If you'd like to beat the heat on a hot summer day and check out something a little off the beaten path, you can find something for everyone at the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art.
Illinois' richest man and Chicago's leading philanthropist is relocating to Miami
Billionaire Ken Griffin announced Thursday he is moving his family, his Citadel hedge fund, and his trading firm, Citadel Securities to Miami. Kenneth C. Griffin, Citadel Enterprise Americas LLCPhoto by Paul Elledge, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
With 5th highest gas tax in the nation, Illinois freezes tax hike until next year
President Biden proposes a federal tax holiday as Illinois' gas tax freeze starts July 1. (CHICAGO) At 39.2 cents per gallon, Illinois has the fifth-highest gas tax in the nation, according to data from the IGEN tax software company. IGEN released a report which breaks down the tax Americans pay on gas by state.
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