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Illinois City Called One of the Most ‘Likely Targets of a Nuclear Attack’
Sheesh, it goes from bad to worse sometimes. If this weather isn't enough to get you down the news that we are living near one of the 15 Cities That Are Likely Targets of a Nuclear Attack should do the trick. I mean, yikes. and thanks a bunch Daily Mail.
These Illinois Cemeteries Confirmed Haunted
Haunted houses are downright common in Illinois. Each place has its own history and vibe. But what about where the dead are gathered together?. There are many confirmed haunted cemeteries in the Land of Lincoln. For our purposes today we will focus on some downstate. Have you participated in a...
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.
Stay for Just $40 a Night in Illinois’ Most Affordable Airbnb
For a mere $40 a night, you can secure the most budget-friendly Airbnb in Illinois. It's a good deal if you need a place to stay, but then again, you'll travel to Cambridge, Illinois. While Cambridge may not be a familiar spot on the map, it's a hidden gem, a...
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.
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...
Pritzker defends elimination of 'embarrassing' Illinois tax; Peoria worried about revenue
While visiting Peoria, Gov. JB Pritzker stood firm that ending the Illinois grocery tax was the right move for the state, despite concerns about the financial impact. In February, city leaders said the end of the state's 1% grocery tax could have negative consequences on Peoria and other municipalities in Illinois. The tax...
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...
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.
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