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Someone in Illinois Just Died from West Nile Virus
West Nile Virus can be uneventful for some, but for others it can be deadly. That's the case in Illinois as someone has just passed away shortly after being diagnosed with the virus. Fox 32 in Chicago shared a video report on YouTube saying that an unnamed resident in Lake...
Illinois’ Favorite Fast Food Chain Wins Local Talk Show Title
It's always time to celebrate when Portillo's cake is involved. This week Portillo's took home the honor of 'Stateline's Best Party Food,' on FOX39's Good Day Stateline. When you think party food, what comes to mind? Pasta? Sandwiches? Salads? Cake? Fun drinks? If that's not what you're thinking about... I'm not sure I want to be invited to your party.
Why Illinois is About to Be Invaded by Thousands Fleeing Florida
I was under the impression that Florida was one of the top destinations for people fleeing other states. Apparently, I had that backwards as there is new evidence showing that there is currently an exodus happening from the Sunshine State and many are heading directly toward Illinois. The Daily Mail...
Farmer’s Almanac Now Says Illinois in for ‘Wet Winter Whirlwind’
Something has changed over the span of a couple weeks. Unless my memory has failed me, Illinois was included in an area Farmer's Almanac said that along with Missouri was in for a more or less ordinary winter. Now, the Land of Lincoln has a forecast described as a 'wet winter whirlwind'.
Map Proves that Illinois is One Big Speed Trap
Every state has areas where law enforcement likes to hang out to target speeders and hand out tickets. There's one map that shows Illinois really is just one big speed trap. I saw this interesting map on Reddit that shows where you're most likely to get a speeding ticket. Notice the crater of blue in Illinois and especially in the Chicago area.
Will Iowa And Illinois Clocks Both “Fall Back” This Year?
We're headed into that time of year. It's about to start getting darker earlier outside as we prepare for daylight saving time to end on November 3rd. Then for several months, until Spring, we'll feel like we live in a snowy, dark bubble. But not every state is signing on...
2 Popular Illinois Christmas Events Have Been Canceled For 2024
Some families in Illinois will be disappointed this Christmas because a pair of their annual traditions have been canceled for 2024. The majority of people who live in Illinois usually have holiday traditions with family and friends. It's something they do every year and of course, they look forward to it too. I would consider it an important part of their Christmas.
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...
1 Illinois Place 4th Most Abandoned in US, 1 in 4 Buildings Empty
It's like a modern wasteland. There's one Illinois place that was just ranked as the 4th most abandoned in America where more than 1 out of every 4 buildings is vacant. This new ranking from 24/7 Wall St of the most abandoned zip codes in America reveals the cities and towns in the country where the people aren't, but buildings remain. One Illinois city was declared the 4th most abandoned in the entire country. It's not unusual to see foliage growing out of the buildings you drive by.
Mega Millions jackpot climbs to $740 million for tonight’s draw
Illinois Lottery players have another shot at becoming an uber millionaire this weekend. The Mega Millions jackpot for tonight’s drawing is now a staggering $740 million – the seventh largest Mega Millions jackpot in history. Two people have won a Mega Millions jackpot this year: first in March...
41 Animals Rescued After an Illinois Shelter Suddenly Closed Down
It's true that times are challenging for businesses and that's also the situation for many volunteer organizations that are caring for others. 41 animals in Illinois had to be rescued recently when the shelter they were in suddenly had to close down. Fox 32 in Chicago just shared this story...
15 Illinois Flooring Stores Closing – Company Plans to Liquidate
After years of lawsuits and a complete rebranding, a major flooring brand has announced plans to liquidate which will result in the closing of 15 Illinois locations. CNN has announced the plans for an entire flooring company to sell everything and then close its doors. LL Flooring has announced Chapter 11 bankruptcy liquidation plans and say the process should be complete by the end of September. They stopped taking appointments last week and say that closing sales have begun.
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...
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