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Swedish Meatballs And Lingonberries Still Fill Plates At These 6 Illinois Old-World Restaurants

Lingonberries show up in lemonade and salad dressing at one of these spots. That tart little red berry clearly refuses to stay politely on the side of a pancake. I love that detail. Swedish meatballs and lingonberries are still on the menu across Illinois, from a historic prairie village to busy Chicago neighborhoods.

Illinois · 23h
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Walk Beneath Historic Air Force Planes For Free At This Illinois Aviation Museum

A Boeing 367-80 tanker, a relative of the famous 707 prototype, sits on a grassy lawn in Illinois, and you can walk right under it. No ticket booth. No turnstile. No base badge required. The neighbors are just as impressive. A C-141 Starlifter and a C-130 share the same neat...

Illinois · 1d
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This Small-Town Illinois Fabric Shop Draws Quilters From Across State Lines With Its Huge Selection

One shopper drives all the way from Louisiana to buy fabric here. Another fabric fan’s husband has hauled her from northern Wisconsin to Foley, Alabama, hunting for shops, and he says none beat this one. That’s a bold claim for a little store in rural Illinois. Still, the shelves...

Illinois · 1d
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12 Illinois Restaurants Land On OpenTable's Top 100 In America For 2026

Twelve Illinois spots landed on OpenTable's Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2026, and every one of them sits right here in Chicago.

Chicago, IL · 6h

Fun 104

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Illinois Fall Leaf Piles Can Shelter Ticks, And Deer Ticks Stay Active Into Winter

Those leaf piles look harmless, but Illinois experts say ticks can shelter in them well into fall. Rake, bag, and check yourself and the pets after yardwork.

Illinois · 1d

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From Cozy Tea Service To Historic Charm, This Illinois Church Hides A Special Tea Room

Lunch arrives on a three-tiered tower of real china, and the stained glass windows above your table once watched over a church congregation. That’s the setup at one little lunch spot in Illinois. The building is more than a century old. Old church benches still serve as seating, and...

Illinois · 2d

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12 States Famous for Surprisingly Unusual Sandwiches

Somewhere in Massachusetts, people put chow mein noodles and gravy on hamburger buns. In Illinois, a sandwich comes buried under French fries and cheese sauce. And in Mississippi, pig ears are a longtime sandwich filling. These aren’t novelty foods created for social media. They’re regional traditions with histories stretching back...

Illinois · 4d

967 The Eagle

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Illinois Musicians Can Now Press Vinyl Locally, Cutting Wait Times And Expenses

Chicago's first vinyl pressing plant in three decades just opened in Hermosa, bringing record production back to a city that lost the capability years ago.

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Illinois Lottery player wins nearly $1 million in online jackpot

CHICAGO - An Illinois iLottery player is celebrating a nearly $1 million jackpot after winning $955,540 playing the FastPlay Cash Castle game, according to the Illinois Lottery. The win was one of three major online FastPlay prizes announced Monday, totaling nearly $1.6 million. Three big lottery wins. What we know:

Illinois · 23h

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Chatham Is A ‘Veterinary Care Desert.’ A New Pet Clinic Is Opening To Fill That Void

CHATHAM — After two decades working in the animal rescue sector, Dr. Simuel Hampton noticed the “huge gaps in services” in pet care on the South Side. In his role at the Anti-Cruelty Society, for example, Hampton noticed families from Far South Side neighborhoods frequently trekking to the organization’s Downtown offices to receive care from its low-cost clinic, he said.

Chatham, IL · 1d

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Cold Nights Call For These 7 Illinois Supper Clubs With Crackling Fireplaces

When the Illinois wind starts biting, a long dinner beside a real fireplace starts sounding like a smart plan. Supper clubs have always been about slowing down, with steaks, seafood, relish-tray nostalgia, and the kind of service that makes a Tuesday feel like an occasion. This list rounds up seven...

Illinois · 2d

Collinsville Daily News

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Local Food Inspections for the Week of November 2 - 6

The following food establishments were inspected by the Madison County Health Department between November 2 and 6. November 2 Jimmy Johns- Granite City No violations Duke Bakery- Granite City 2 (C) The food establishment is not under the operational supervision of a Certified Food Protection Manager that is present at appropriate times. Provide an adequate number of staff with approved training. Reference 2-102.12. NO CFPM ON SHIFT DURING INSPECTION, FACILITY NEEDS AT LEAST ONE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PER SHIFT, RECHECK. 45 (C) Single-Use Articles are stored incorrectly. Single-Use Articles shall be stored: 1) in a clean and dry location; 2) away or protected from contamination; 3) at least six inches above the floor; 4) covered or inverted. Reference 4-903.11(A) and (C). OBSERVED SINGLE USE TRAYS STORED ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVING UNIT. TRAYS MOVED TO SHELVING, CORRECTED. 53 (C) The women's restroom lacks a covered receptacle for disposal of feminine hygiene products. Provide at least one covered trash receptacle in the women's restroom. Reference 5-501.17. LIDDED TRASHCAN NEEDED FOR BATHROOM. Chocolate Covered Creations- Granite City 37 (C) The PERMIT HOLDER shall notify CONSUMERS by written notification of the presence of MAJOR FOOD ALLERGENS as an ingredient in UNPACKAGED FOOD items that

Madison County, IL · 3d

Lovely Garden Roots

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Kentucky Coffeetree Reaches About 75 Feet With Leaves Up to 36 Inches Long, and Its 5- to 10-Inch Pods Can Hang On Through Winter, Illinois Extension's Emily Swihart Writes

Illinois Extension's Emily Swihart profiles the Kentucky coffeetree: about 75 feet tall, leaves up to 36 inches long and 5- to 10-inch pods that last through winter.

Illinois · 2d

Animal of Things

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Pet Trust Laws in Illinois: How to Protect Your Pet After You’re Gone

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Photo by Lepale / Pixabay Pet trust laws in Illinois give you a legally enforceable way to make sure your dog, cat, or other companion is cared for if you die or can no longer look after them yourself. Many owners assume a line in a will is enough, but Illinois treats pets as property, which means the law does … This article, Pet Trust Laws in Illinois: How to Protect Your Pet After You’re Gone , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Can Landlords Deny ESA in Alaska? Your Housing Rights Explained • Petting Zoo Laws in Delaware: Licenses, Permits, and Liability Rules Explained • Pet Deposit Laws in Georgia: Caps, Fees, Refunds, and Your Rights

Illinois · 1d

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5 Smart Ways to Save on Thanksgiving Dinner in Illinois

Thanksgiving dinner is getting more expensive, but Illinois families don't have to break the bank. Here are five easy ways to save money on this year's holiday feast.

Illinois · 5h

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This Nostalgic Illinois Diner Has A Sweet Surprise For Anyone Who Loves Greek Donuts

Free Greek donuts are not something you expect with breakfast, but one Illinois cafe has been known to hand them out on select weekdays. That small surprise is enough to make any morning feel brighter. The kitchen leans on Greek roots and classic diner comfort. Lemon rice soup shares a...

Illinois · 2d

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Most Illinois Families Don’t Know Garfield Park Conservatory Stays Warm, Green And Free All Winter

A 65-foot glass ceiling in Illinois keeps palm trees happy while snow piles up outside. Yes, palms. More than 70 of them grow in one enormous room on the West Side of the state’s biggest city. The building opened in 1908, and its outline was shaped to echo a...

Chicago, IL · 2d

Animal of Things

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Woodcock Hunting Season in Illinois: Dates, Limits, and Rules

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Woodcock hunting season in Illinois is short, statewide, and easy to miss if you are focused on pheasant or deer. The 2026-27 season runs from October 17 through November 30, which gives you roughly six weeks to find these migratory birds as they pass through young forest and damp thickets. Because woodcock are federally regulated … This article, Woodcock Hunting Season in Illinois: Dates, Limits, and Rules , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Washington Pheasant Season Opens September 12: Youth Dates and Bag Limits • 76 Days of Pheasant Hunting in Missouri: Nov. 1, 2026 to Jan. 15, 2027 • 12 Types of Owls in Iowa (And How to Identify Each One)

Illinois · 5h

Journal Star

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Illinois Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 results for Nov. 9, 2026

The Illinois Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here's a look at Nov. 9, 2026, results for each game: Winning Powerball numbers from Nov. 9 drawing 13-34-41-45-48, Powerball: 25, Power Play: 2 Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Pick-3 numbers from Nov. 9 drawing Midday: 1-1-0, Fireball: 7 Evening: 4-1-5, Fireball: 4 Check Pick-3 payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Pick-4 numbers from Nov. 9 drawing Midday: 8-5-2-7, Fireball: 7 Evening: 3-1-4-6, Fireball: 7 Check Pick-4 payouts and previous drawings here. Winning LuckyDay Lotto numbers from Nov. 9 drawing Midday: 05-06-30-34-45 Evening: 06-10-13-26-39 Check LuckyDay Lotto payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Lotto numbers from Nov. 9 drawing 07-18-25-29-39-47, Extra Shot: 02 Check Lotto payouts and previous drawings here. Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your prize Prizes up to $600: Claim at an Illinois Lottery retailer, a Claim Center, by mail, or via an e-Claim. By mail, send the required documentation to: Illinois Lottery Claims Department, P.O. Box 19080, Springfield, IL. Prizes from $601 to $10,000: Claim at a Claim Center, by mail, or via an e-Claim. Prizes over $10,000: Claim

Illinois · 18h

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ISU Hosts its 3rd Band Competition with Bands all across the State

This past Thursday, bands from across the state battled out in the Battle of Bands competition. This event was held by Illinois State’s WZND radio station. Seven bands from across Illinois came together to compete. Elizabeth Zoerner, organizer of the event, says the goal of this event was to...

Normal, IL · 1d