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8 Unassuming Illinois Burger Joints Still Grilling Smashburgers Like It’s 1960

One of the most talked-about burgers in Illinois comes off a grill that shuts down at 12:30 in the afternoon. Sharp. Miss it, and you’re waiting until tomorrow. That stubborn little rule tells you a lot about the spots on this list. A few have been pressing patties onto hot flat-tops since the Truman years.

Illinois · 2d
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Belleville News-Democrat

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8 of Illinois' top 30 fishing lakes are found in metro-east and southern IL

Eight of Illinois’ best fishing lakes can be found in the metro-east and downstate, according to a recent report from online fishing guide Fishmasters. Fishmasters’ analysis, “ The Top 30 Fishing Lakes in Illinois ,” named Carlyle Lake, Lake of Egypt and more metro-east and southern Illinois lakes among the state’s best fishing spots. The report lauded Carlyle Lake for its expansive size and opportunities to catch crappie and catfish. “Formed by damming the Kaskaskia River, the water runs stained to murky, so brighter and louder baits consistently outperform natural presentations,” Fishmasters’ analysis of Carlyle Lake reads. About 95 miles south, Lake of Egypt is known for its year-round fishing as its water is warmer than most . You may catch largemouth bass, crappie, channel catfish , bluegill or redear sunfish onsite. “With its consistent action and scenic surroundings, Lake of Egypt delivers a reliable and enjoyable fishing experience for all skill levels,” Fishmasters reported. Here’s how the local lakes stacked up against fishing spots statewide. Top-ranked Illinois fishing spots Rend Lake was the top-rated Illinois fishing spot downstate, according to Fishmasters’ report, ranking third statewide. Seven more lakes in the metro-east and southern Illinois were also recognized among the

Illinois · 2d

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Someone in Illinois Won $7.4 Million and Nobody Knows Who

The Illinois Lottery looking for the mystery winner of more than $7.4 million dollars who identity remains unknown.

Illinois · 2d

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Move Over Turkey! What Some Illinoisans Are Serving Instead

Not everyone in Illinois is basting a turkey this Thanksgiving, and the alternatives might surprise you.

Illinois · 16h

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This Unassuming Illinois Pizzeria Serves Sausage Pizza So Good It Should Almost Be Illegal

Anthony Bourdain called one pan pizza the only deep dish he ever loved. That pie still comes out of a small, homey pizzeria on a quiet suburban street in Illinois. The crust edge gets so dark and caramelized that it looks almost burnt. It isn’t. That crunchy, cheesy rim is the whole point, and the sausage on top is a house blend.

Illinois · 5d

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This Overlooked State Park In Illinois Is A Fisherman And Kayaker Dream Come True Every Time

Illinois has a habit of hiding its best stuff in plain sight, and Sangchris Lake State Park in Rochester is one of the finest examples of that habit. You’ve probably driven through central Illinois without giving it much credit, and that’s a mistake worth correcting as soon as possible.

Rochester, IL · 1d

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The Most Epic All You Can Eat Buffet In Illinois Is Hiding In This Legendary Restaurant

If you’ve been driving Route 66 without stopping in McLean, Illinois, you’ve been leaving the best meal of the trip on the table, literally. Dixie Family Restaurant is where the most epic all-you-can-eat buffet in Illinois has been hiding, and the fact that it’s been this good for this long without becoming a national conversation is one of the great mysteries of the Midwest.

Mclean, IL · 4d

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Illinoisans Stocking Up On Breweries' THC Drinks Before Time Runs Out

Availability of THC-infused drinks will go down soon in Illinois.

Illinois · 2d

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Encore Thrift moving ahead with renovations

CLINTON — Shoppers to Encore Thrift Store may have noticed the construction work underway on the east side of the building, where crews are replacing about 200 feet of wall. Located on Route 10 east of Clinton, the store has undergone major work over the past five years, much of it in response to life safety concerns raised by the state fire marshal’s office.

Clinton, IL · 1d

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Campus improv group carries on legacy of closed Decatur theater

Hello Dali put on a shadow cast performance of the 1975 film “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” on Friday. In the performance, members of Hello Dali acted out scenes of the movie as it played on a screen behind them. Cast members used the space of Buzzard Auditorium,...

Decatur, IL · 3d

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This Illinois Farmers Market Moves Indoors For Winter, So Your Sunday Produce Run Never Stops

Snow on the boulevard doesn’t cancel this Sunday market. When winter hits, the whole thing simply heads indoors and keeps going. I love that idea. Your weekly bread, eggs, and cheese haul doesn’t have to pause just because Illinois decided to freeze solid for a few months. In...

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Fur-Ever Home Friday: Pesto

Illinois · 20h

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This Adorable Amish Town In Illinois Is A Hidden Foodie Paradise That Rivals Any Big City

You don’t need a plane ticket or a fancy travel agent to find food that genuinely stops you in your tracks. Arthur, Illinois is a small Amish town tucked into Douglas County, and it’s serving up a foodie experience that puts plenty of big-city restaurants to serious shame.

Arthur, IL · 6d

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DMH Auxiliary Holiday Market Set for Friday

November 5, 2026 – The Decatur Memorial Hospital Auxiliary will host its annual Holiday Market this Friday, November 6, from 3 to 6 p.m. inside Decatur Memorial Hospital. The event will feature shopping and holiday activities at the DMH Gift Shop, Barnes Lobby and Coffee Connection. Shoppers can take...

Decatur, IL · 1d

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Satisfy Your Inner Chocoholic At These 7 Legendary Chocolate Shops Hiding Throughout Illinois

Craving chocolate shops in Illinois that will satisfy your inner chocoholic and leave you grinning ear to ear?. These 7 legendary chocolate shops are hiding throughout Illinois with incredible handcrafted treats and unforgettable flavors!. 1. Graham’s Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream (Geneva) Geneva has a lot going for it...

Illinois · 5d

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Illinois Joint Lands On Global List Of 50 Best Burgers On Earth

One Illinois joint made a list of the 50 best burgers on Earth, rubbing elbows with Tokyo and Dublin.

Illinois · 1d

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Southern Illinois Has 8 Small-Town Diners Worth The Long Drive For Breakfast Alone

Some of the best mornings start with a plain little building you almost drive right past. You walk in hungry, grab a booth, and suddenly the bacon, biscuits, and coffee turn an ordinary trip into a story you keep telling. Southern Illinois is full of these quiet breakfast spots, tucked...

Southern Illinois, IL · 1d

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We Ranked The Best Italian Beef In Illinois And These 7 Spots Made The Cut

A sandwich stand on a busy Chicago street became the filming spot for a hit TV show, and its business reportedly more than doubled. That is the kind of pull an Italian beef sandwich has in Illinois. The idea goes back about a century. Thin-sliced roast beef gets soaked in...

Illinois · 2d

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9 Old Illinois Railroad Lines Became Bike Trails, and Each Features a Hometown Café Worth the Ride

You pedal past cornfields and old rail bridges for miles, legs burning, and then a tiny storefront appears with the smell of fresh coffee drifting out the door. That is the moment Illinois rail-trails turn a simple ride into a real adventure. The old train lines that once carried freight...

Illinois · 3d

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2 IL pizzerias serve some of the best pies in US, report finds. Where to go

Two Illinois pizzerias earned spots on The Infatuation’s recent analysis of the best pizza places in America. Both are in Chicago and serve distinctly different styles. FULL STORY: These 2 Illinois pizza shops serve some of the best pies in America, report says Here are key takeaways: The Sept. 22 report from The Infatuation, “ The Best Pizza Places in America ,” named Pizz’Amici and Milly’s Pizza In The Pan among the nation’s best. The analysis did not numerically rank the restaurants. Pizz’Amici was praised for its tavern-style pie. The Infatuation described the crust as “impressively thin and crackery” with a bottom that is “a Dalmatian-spotted, charred beauty.” A 14-inch Chicago thin-crust pizza starts at $21. Milly’s Pizza In The Pan stood out for its pan-style Chicago deep-dish, with “zesty” tomato sauce and caramelized cheese on the crust. A cheese pizza starts at $20 for a 10-inch and $24 for a 14-inch. Pizz’Amici is at 1215 W. Grand Ave. in Chicago. Milly’s has two locations: 925 N. Ashland Ave. and 3409 N. Broadway in Chicago. Milly’s does not take reservations and makes a limited number of pizzas each day, so staff recommend placing an order online in advance. In a

Chicago, IL · 1d