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9 Suburban Illinois Mexican Restaurants Worth The Drive Out From Downtown Chicago

Some of the best meals I have ever eaten in Illinois came from places I almost drove right past. A plain storefront, a busy strip mall, a quiet corner on a small-town main street, and then suddenly a plate of tacos that made the whole trip feel like a lucky secret.

Chicago, IL · 10d
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10 No-Frills Illinois Seafood Restaurants That Are Absolutely Worth the Drive

One Chicago shrimp house has roots stretching back to 1917. Another serves fresh catfish from a restaurant that floats right on the Ohio River. The quirks keep coming. One smokehouse shack has no restroom and no table service, yet people still line up for its smoked shrimp. A few spots only take cash. I love that kind of stubborn confidence.

Illinois · 10d
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Deer Are on The Move

(Undated) — The deer are on the move, and authorities say “stay alert.” The Illinois Department of Transportation and Illinois Department of Natural Resources are reminding the public to be alert for deer as we enter peak mating season. IDOT’s Paul Wappel says those traveling at dusk and dawn need to pay particular attention as the chances for collisions increase. Wappel also reminds drivers not to “veer for a deer.” He says if you do hit a deer, you should pull off to the side of the road, turn on your hazard lights, call 911, and most importantly, stay in the vehicle.

Illinois · 8d

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IL plan could create tax credits for independent grocery stores, pharmacies

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) – A new bill in Springfield could help eliminate pharmacy and grocery deserts statewide. Lawmakers and business leaders hope to encourage investment and help sustain access to essential goods and services. This plan could create a new tax credit to incentivize small businesses to establish, expand,...

Illinois · 8d
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Joliet Rock Club The Forge Ends Nine-year Run As Chicago Venues Shift And Expand

The Forge in Joliet is closing its doors after nine years as a go-to spot for heavy music fans, while Chicago's Salt Shed is planning a massive expansion across the street with a new 15,000-seat outdoor stage.

Chicago, IL · 8d

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What Illinois Dog Owners Should Know About Wild Parsnip And Giant Hogweed Along Trails

A good Illinois trail walk gives your dog fresh air, new smells, and plenty to explore. Knowing a few plants helps you enjoy those outings with more confidence, especially around sunny edges and overgrown paths. Wild parsnip and giant hogweed have sap that can cause skin injuries when sunlight reaches...

Illinois · 9d

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Springfield’s Curve Inn set to reopen after rebuilding in months after fire

SPRINGIFLED, Ill. (WCIA) — In Sangamon County, the Curve Inn is set to open its doors eight months after a large fire nearly burned it to the ground. In February, WCIA reported the roof of the popular Springfield bar and music venue collapsed after the beer garden went up in flames. Following a lengthy rebuilding […]

Springfield, IL · 13d

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Illinois doctor uses medical tech to save kitten

Illinois · 7d

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Illinois Lotto player wins $7.4M from ticket purchased at SW Side gas station

An Illinois Lotto player has won $7.4 million after buying a ticket at a Southwest Side gas station, the Illinois Lottery said.

Chicago, IL · 11d

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Seven Illinois Diners Still Serve A Full Breakfast For Under Ten Dollars

Breakfast prices have climbed fast, and a plate of eggs and bacon can now cost more than a tank of gas used to. Still, a handful of Illinois diners keep the morning meal friendly to your wallet. The seven spots on this list stretch from Rockford down to Carbondale, and...

Illinois · 7d

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Joliet Rock Club The Forge Ends Nine-year Run As Chicago Venues Shift And Expand

The Forge in Joliet is closing its doors after nine years as a go-to spot for heavy music fans, while Chicago's Salt Shed is planning a massive expansion across the street with a new 15,000-seat outdoor stage.

Chicago, IL · 7d

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This Illinois Orchard Bakery Inside an 1880s Barn Serves Warm Cider Donuts and Homemade Apple Pie

Warm apple cider donuts come out of a bakery inside a barn built back in the 1880s. That barn has been converted into a shop, and it sells pies, cider, and plenty of fruity treats. Outside, rows of apple trees wait for anyone holding a picking bag. There’s also a...

Illinois · 11d

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The Tender Smothered Pork Chops At This Family-Owned Springfield Soul Food Spot Draw Illinois Locals And Elected Officials Alike

Springfield is a city full of lawmakers, office workers, and families who all need a good lunch. On weekdays, many of them end up at the same small soul food kitchen on the east side of town. The big draw is a plate of smothered pork chops that people call...

Springfield, IL · 12d

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Shoppers Pay By The Pound For Clothes And Housewares At This Goodwill Outlet In Jacksonville, Illinois

Your whole shopping cart gets weighed at the register here, like a sack of potatoes. No price tags to squint at. No sticker shock on a single sweater. Clothes, towels, blankets, and housewares all land in big rolling bins. Fresh bins get wheeled out through the day, so the stock keeps changing.

Jacksonville, IL · 14d

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Illinois Locals Say The Fried Seafood Platters At This Riverfront Restaurant Never Disappoint

Fresh fish gets flown in daily to a dining room that sits right on the Illinois River. The menu changes twice a day to match whatever catch shows up. That alone made me stop and read twice. The flavors borrow from Tampa, New Orleans, Boston, and San Francisco. Yet the...

East Peoria, IL · 14d

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The One-Of-A-Kind Restaurant In Illinois Where Dinner Happens Inside An Old Dairy Barn

Peacocks stroll the grounds outside a dairy barn that now serves fried chicken and char-grilled steaks. That just made my day. A barn built for cows now hands out dinner plates instead of milk pails. The family behind it has run this business for four generations. Every dinner entree comes...

Illinois · 14d

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These 10 Illinois Drive-Ins Still Serve Families The Way They Did Decades Ago

Some of the best meals I have ever eaten in Illinois came from places I almost drove right past. A small sign, a gravel lot, a tray clipped to a car window, and suddenly a quick stop turns into a memory you keep talking about for years. Drive-ins like these...

Illinois · 11d

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This Unassuming Suburban Illinois Deli Builds Sandwiches Locals Drive Across Counties For

Some of the best meals in Illinois hide behind plain storefronts you would drive past without a second look. I almost did, until the smell of fresh rye and warm pastrami pulled me through the door. What waited inside was a sandwich so tall I had to plan my first...

Skokie, IL · 11d