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Possible future home of White Sox could have a second stadium, developer says
The company behind "The 78" development proposed in the South Loop said Friday the exit of the University of Illinois' Discovery Partners Institute from the project opens up new opportunities for the site, including the possible co-location of dual stadiums for the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Fire. Crain's Chicago...
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...
What became of Chicago’s shuttered Meigs Field? The answers offer lessons for Cleveland’s Burke Lakefront Airport
CHICAGO, Illinois – Out past Soldier Field, beyond the Field Museum and east of Shedd Aquarium, there’s a little used park that offers some terrific views of the city. If you didn’t know the property’s fascinating history, you might not guess what was on this land before it became a park.
Weekend Break: Nightmare on Clark Street
CHICAGO (WGN) — One of Chicago’s biggest Halloween destinations is the center point of this Sunday’s edition of Weekend Break! Nightmare on Clark Street features a multi-level house of horrors, spooky fun, and an upstairs bar with sinister-themed cocktails. Those who purchase tickets can also “creep it real” at the immersive haunted house experience of […]
Editorial: Eileen O’Neill Burke for Cook County state’s attorney
When we spoke to the Democratic nominee for Cook County state’s attorney earlier this month, we were struck by the change in Eileen O’Neill Burke. Now that Burke, 59, does not have to fight off a primary rival from her left — and one endorsed by the current officeholder, Kim Foxx, and the Cook County Democratic powerbroker Toni Preckwinkle to boot — the retired appellate court judge seemed ...
Illinois’ most complained-about car insurance companies
When a driver crashed into Angela Crosby’s car, she assumed that insurance — either hers or the other driver’s — would pay for the $4,200 in damage to her car and cover the medical care for injuries that she and her passenger suffered. Crosby had a...
Chicago turning to Green Alleys to reduce flooding from storms
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Chicago has 1,900 miles of alleys, making it one of the top alley capitals in the world, but because many aren't connected to the sewer system, they're prone to flooding.The CBS News Chicago Climate Watch Team found a city project that's working to change that.They're called Green Alleys. While the brick surfaces look nice, the sustainability component is really about what's going on under the surface. "With climate change, and increasing frequency and intensity of storms, you want to have a solution for when these storm events happen to address the water; but also you want to...
Summer-like warmth expected in Chicago this weekend
CHICAGO (CBS) — South winds and sunshine will lead to gorgeous, warmer-than-normal weather this weekend into early next week.Saturday's high temperatures are expected to reach the low 70s, but the real story will be on Sunday, when highs actually flirt with 80 degrees, especially in parts of the suburbs.All this is expected to exist under beautiful, cloud-free skies. Outdoor plans both days look wonderful.CBS Chicago meteorologist Laura Bannon says the next chance for any precipitation develops by mid-week, and "at most it'll be sprinkles."This means a cool-down will follow as a cold front moves through. Highs by late week fall closer to normal in the 60s.Peak fall foliage looks like it'll happen the first week of November for Chicago.Chicago forecast at a glanceSaturday afternoon: Sunny, warm. High: 72Saturday night: Clear and cool. Low: 49Sunday: Sunny and warmer. High: 78
Early voting expands in Illinois this week. Here's what to know
Chicago – Early voting is underway at the city’s Voting Supersite at 191 North Clark Street, and at the Chicago Board of Elections’ Offices at 69 West Washington Street. Beginning Monday, early voting sites will open in all 50 of the city’s wards. Same-day voter registration will be available at all sites, and all early voting sites are open to voters regardless of where they live in the city.
😢 Stratford Square Mall | Shopping mall in Chicago, Illinois 😢 Extremely sad
Shopping malls have become important social and cultural spaces, offering not only a place to shop but also a venue for socializing, entertainment, and community events. Online shopping trends have influenced the retail landscape, but shopping malls continue to be popular destinations for those seeking a diverse and interactive shopping experience. Retail Stores: Malls typically have a wide range of retail stores, including clothing stores, electronics shops, bookstores, and more...
Michelin Stars In Illinois: Unveiling The Finest Restaurants In The State
There's no debating we've got some of the best eateries in the world right in our backyard, and now there's another restaurant in Illinois that has received the biggest award in the world. What is the Michelin Star Award for Restaurants?. Since the early 1900's the Michelin Guide has been...
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