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Seemingly Out of Nowhere, Illinois Getting 4 Big New Bookstores
If you had asked me at the beginning of the year if Illinois would see a rash of new bookstores opening, I would have said you were crazy. Shows you what I know as the Land of Lincoln is indeed getting 4 big new bookstores seemingly out of nowhere and they're opening soon.
Armed robbers beat victims, steal items on Chicago's Near West Side
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Police on Sunday issued a warning about robbers with handguns and assault rifles targeting people on the city's Near West Side.The incidents all happened earlier this month. Police said each time, the robbers came up and demanded money from the victims.When the victims have refused, the robbers have taken out a handgun and an assault-style weapon, and rifled through victims' pockets—demanding money, jewelry, bus passes, and green card visas.The robbers would also hit the victims on their heads and faces.In one incident, the suspects forced a victim into a car and drove them to an ATM, forcing...
Enjoy the 80s While They Last – Chicago’s Cold Front Is Just Days Away
CHICAGO, IL — Issued by the National Weather Service at 3:17 AM CDT on October 20, 2024. Breezy, Warm Weather to Persist Through Monday Across Chicagoland. The National Weather Service Chicago predicts warm and dry conditions through Monday, with highs reaching the upper 70s to low 80s in some areas today and Monday.
In ‘The Ghost Who Was Afraid Of Everything,’ Nadia Ahmed’s Viral Drawing Becomes A Children’s Book
The DePaul alumna and Chicago-based illustrator's book follows a ghost with anxiety. Ahmed's art style is often likened to that of two other Chicago artists: Shel Silverstein and Edward Gorey.
Fast-Growing Chicken Salad Chick Coming to Missouri & Illinois
If you've ever been to a very popular chicken salad place in the southeast and thought "wow, I wish Illinois or Missouri had a restaurant like this", you're gonna be very happy about what has just been announced. Are you familiar with Chicken Salad Chick? They have 37 locations which...
Illinois Is Home To Haunted Hooters, Ghosts Must Like Wings
This is the last place I would expect to hear about paranormal activity in Chicago but the Hooters in the Windy City is haunted. During this time of year, the paranormal activity kicks up in Illinois. Our state is known for its many haunted locations, especially in Chicago. With the Windy City's history of mafia activity and the Chicago fire, there are ghosts a plenty throughout the city.
Chicago Has Spent $4M Fighting Accessible Housing Lawsuit – a Case That Could Block a $7M Federal Grant
The city of Chicago has spent more than $4 million paying outside attorneys to fight a lawsuit that slams the city for failing to make its affordable housing program accessible. In addition to the legal costs, the case could also jeopardize the city’s chance at millions of dollars in grant...
Three suspects are wanted after a man was injured in a gunshot on Manhattan's west side
The culprits wanted for shooting a guy in Manhattan early on Sunday morning are being sought after by the police. The incident took place close to the "Musica" nightclub at West 50th Street and 12th Avenue at around 4:20 a.m.
Where Does Chicago Rank on 2024 Rudest Cities in America List?
CHICAGO - When you think of the rudest cities in America, some places might immediately spring to mind. According to a recent survey by Preply.com, a language learning platform, Miami, Florida, has claimed the top spot as the “rudest” city in the U.S. for 2024. This survey, which polled residents from 46 of the nation’s largest cities, reveals some surprising insights into public behavior across the country. Chicago Ranked 24th.
Illinois Produces A Mind-Blowing Daily Amount Of A Certain Candy
Here we are, 10 days out from Halloween 2024, and if you've been doing it right, you're already tired of Halloween candy...or at least on your way. Maybe it's just me, but it really seems like Halloween candy shows up everywhere you go around October 1st, giving us nearly a month to eat far more "fun-size" pieces of candy than we probably should. I'm always delighted to see the end of our candy supply being handed out on Halloween night.
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