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These Gas Station Tacos Are the Best in Illinois
Today is National Taco Day, and it wouldn't make sense not to highlight what's been dubbed the best tacos in Illinois. While Taco Day was originally set for October 4, the folks at Taco Bell pushed to move National Taco Day to the first Tuesday in October every year because, you guessed it, Taco Tuesday.
Soon, You May Receive a ‘Move Over’ Notification in Illinois
It's not advised that you mess around with your phone when you're driving in Illinois, but there is one notification that you should definitely pay attention to. Soon, you'll start receiving "Move Over" notifications in Illinois and this is the reason why. Yahoo is reporting that the Illinois State Police...
Want to Know What Illinois Winter Will Be Like? Better Pet a Cow
Even the most seasoned meteorologist will tell you it's hard to predict winter weather especially when it's not even close to winter yet. There are many in Illinois that believe you can know what the upcoming winter will be like, but first you need to pet a cow. Really. My...
Michael Madigan once controlled much of Illinois politics. Now the ex-House speaker heads to trial
CHICAGO (AP) — Once lauded as thelongest-serving legislative leader in American history, Michael Madigan will enter a federal courtroom this week on charges he used his vast influence to run a “criminal enterprise” to amass even more wealth and power. The former Illinois House speaker is charged in a multimillion-dollar racketeering and bribery scheme that included the state’s largest utility, ComEd. From wiretapped calls to video-recorded meetings, much of the evidence has been previewed in open court. A sweeping investigation of public corruption has already produced convictions of legislators and Madigan’s former chief of staff. But starting Tuesday, as potential jurors first report to court, the spotlight turns to the Chicago Democrat who was once considered the most powerful force in Illinois politics.
Illinois’ Best Hot Dog Stand Announced & We’re Low-Key Surprised
There are so many different places in Illinois to get a good-tasting hot dog, it's really tough to name the very best, right?. I mean, I thought of a few places right away that ultimately weren't named Illinois' best place to get a hot dog in a recent article on Mashed.com.
Illinois Orchard is One of the Best in the US for Apple Picking
Even die-hard spring and summer fans will admit that fall trips to apple orchards are pretty much unbeatable. Luckily for us, Illinois is blessed with plenty of amazing options for those apple-picking adventures, including one just ranked amongst the 20 best in America. Is There Anything Better Than Fall at...
Frozen Custard & Steakburger Giant Building 2 Illinois Locations
If you're a fan of frozen custard and steak burgers and live in Illinois, you'll be happy to learn that a giant that specializes in both is bringing two locations to the state and neither is in Chicago either. Nation's Restaurant News is reporting that Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers...
Hundreds of runners compete in Illinois' only all-trail ultramarathon
STERLING, Ill. — Hundreds of people from around the world hit the ground running this weekend for Illinois' only all-trail ultramarathon: The Hennepin Hundred. Those running in the signature 100-mile marathon had 30 hours to complete the course. It began in Sinnissippi Park in Sterling, stretching the entire Hennepin Canal State Trail before ending across the street from the Colona Fire Department. Runners can also compete in a 50-mile race.
Oscar Mayer Wienermobile returning to Central IL this week
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — The iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is making its way back to Central Illinois this week. The 27-foot-long hot dog on wheels previously stopped by Champaign this summer. If you missed your chance then, you can still see the famous vehicle between Oct. 10-13 in several different locations throughout the area. Here’s […]
‘Being prepared isn’t enough’: Firefighters spread caution as field fires ignite across Central Illinois
URBANA Ill. (WCIA) – Multiple fires kept first responders busy across Central Illinois on Sunday. Now, they’re spreading a message of how to stay safe. “Some of the best preventers of fire are not us, they’re the community, so a little bit of education helps with that,” Urbana Fire Department Engineer Andy Stewart said. It […]
3 Important Things to Remember Before Raking Up Leaves in Illinois
Fall is definitely in the air in Illinois, and with it comes the dreaded chore of raking leaves. But before you grab the rake and start gathering piles, here are 3 very important things to remember. First Sign of Fall in Illinois. According to the calendar, Fall doesn't begin until...
Halloween In Illinois: Is This Our State’s Most Haunted House?
We may have supply shortages in other areas, but the current supply of "haunted houses" in Illinois and throughout the country is very strong heading into Halloween 2024. You've got places like the Amityville Horror house, the Lizzie Bordon house (which is now a bed and breakfast), the Villisca Ax Murder House in Iowa, and many others, along with the haunted houses that are slapped together each Halloween season for scary-but-not-too-scary holiday fun in nearly every city and town.
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