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Smoque Shocker: Illinois’ Top BBQ isn’t in Chicago
I recently came across a newly updated list of the Best Barbecue Joints in America. According to the list, the best place for ribs, brisket, and more is not in Chicago. It was surprising to learn that Chicago, the country's third-largest city, doesn't have one of the top BBQ joints in the nation.
Owner of beloved Chicago steakhouse dies, restaurant announces in statement
The owner of a beloved steakhouse in Chicago's River North neighborhood has died, the restaurant announced in a statement late Friday evening. Gene & Georgetti announced the death of longtime owner Tony Durpetti in a Facebook post, honoring his legacy as "the heart and soul of our restaurant for decades."
How 6 Trolls Used to Be Hiding Deep Within the Illinois Woods
There really were trolls in Illinois that were hidden deep within the woods, but they are no more apparently. Have you come upon a giant in the Illinois woods? Thomas Dambo would like you to. He is the creator behind these 6 trolls that are in the woods near Chicago. He shared video of his wood trolls on YouTube along with the answer to the question why:
UniverSoul Circus delivers jaw-dropping performances at Washington Park
There's still time to catch the nation's only Black-owned circus here is Chicago!UniverSoul Circus is back, celebrating its 30th year with a "Cousins Around The World" Family Reunion Tour. The highly-anticipated show includes over a dozen culturally diverse performances under a sparkling new big top, featuring jaw-dropping stunts and acrobats, aerodynamic aerialists, fire breathers, stilt dancers and the ultimate pageantry!The critically acclaimed circus - which opened Sept. 6 under the big top at Washington Park - offers a show-stopping cultural celebration of global acts, urban music, dance and comedy. The show runs through October 14. Tickets start at $25 and can be purchased here.
Randolph Street Market Festival continues Sunday in West Loop
CHICAGO — Sunday marks the second and final day of this weekend’s Randolph Street Market Festival in West Loop. The festival, located at 1341 West Randolph Street, began Saturday and runs Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The European-style flea market festival, states its website, features art, antiques, vintage decor, vintage and indie designer […]
Inside Abandoned Illinois Movie Theater – Everything Left Behind
You don't know what you got until it's gone. That's the story for what used to be a massive Illinois movie theater that has been abandoned for years, but amazingly nearly everything was left behind when it closed forever. Decaying Midwest just shared their investigation today on YouTube of an...
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