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Largest-capacity truck stop in U.S. opening near I-90 in West Dundee
The first phase of what developers say will be the largest-capacity truck stop in the United States is now open in the Chicago area.The 30-acre site is off Interstate 90, just west of the Fox River in West Dundee. It opens at the end of the month.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchFinding a spot to park can be quite a challenge for many truck drivers. In Illinois, the American Trucking Association says there is one parking spot for every 11 trucks out on the road, and truckers say they frequently waste an hour a day searching...
Sorry Iowa, America’s Largest Truck Stop Opened in Illinois
I hate to break it to the state of Iowa, but your days of sitting on top of the mountain by having the world's largest truck stop located in your state are going to be over in a little over one week from today. Walcott, Iowa has been the home...
"Pig vomit" smell from feed company angers Mt. Prospect residents
MOUNT PROSPECT, Ill. (CBS) -- A smelly mess has been brewing in one northwest suburb and residents have been complaining about what they called an awful smell circulating in their air and seeping into their homes.Neighbors in Mount Prospect said the smelly problem has been going on for years. Thursday was a good day because the winds weren't fierce, but on a windy day, they close their windows and their walks are cut short."Prestige smells like pig vomit," said Mark Johnson, a Mount Prospect resident.In neon green writing on signs, their message was clear: The neighborhood reeks."Very putrid, thick," Johnson...
Illinois’ Famous Late Night Haunted Halloween Flea Market
This unique and popular event in Illinois combines the works of Halloween and flea markets into one big fun and scary night. Flea markets are very popular in Illinois. The are many held all the time in our state. Some of those sales are massive and held at fairgrounds. A few of those flea markets have actual themes. Others are famous and a reason for people to visit Illinois.
US Department of Energy Awards New Fermilab Management Contract Amid Turbulent Period for the Research Facility
The U.S. Department of Energy announced Tuesday the selection of a new management group for the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory. The operating changes come in the wake of a tumultuous period for the scientific facility in suburban Batavia. The Fermi Forward Discovery Group, which was awarded the contract, is comprised...
‘Mob-style pizza party’ held in honor of WWII veteran’s 100th birthday
Tony Pugliese, a local hero and Army veteran, celebrated his 100th birthday with a "Mob-Style Pizza Party" surrounded by family, friends, and residents, honoring his contributions to the United States of America.
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