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There's no place like home: The five quirkiest houses in Illinois

As the birthplace of some of architecture's most cutting-edge and innovative advancements, it comes as no surprise that Illinois plays host to a wide collection of unique, unusual, and quirky establishments. From sprawling historical complexes to artistic bungalows, these homes push the boundaries of what a house can be, inspiring and stirring guests' imaginations along the way.

Wadsworth, IL · 4d
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This Family-Run Illinois Seafood Counter Has Guarded Its Secret Red Batter Since 1951

A secret red batter coats the fried scallops at one Illinois seafood counter, and the family still won’t share the recipe. That alone made me curious. The same family has run this place since 1951. Their roots in the fish business go back even further, to Great Lakes commercial fishing in the 1930s.

Des Plaines, IL · 5d
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Over 6,000 manufacturing layoffs announced in October

Manufacturing companies in the U.S. sent notices to state governments about job cuts and closures all throughout October, with some of the largest job cuts in sectors such as automotive, medical devices and food. Many of the WARN Act listings are set to begin in November, while other job cuts...

Northfield, IL · 1d
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Another suburban Chicago funeral home sold

It was only ten days ago that Funeral Director Daily brought you this article about Park Lawn Corporation adding to its Illinois cluster by purchasing two funeral homes northwest of Chicago. We now have learned that another funeral home located in the greater Chicago suburban area has changed hands. This...

Cary, IL · 2d
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Suburban voters say yes to bonds, no to new tax

Suburban voters say yes to bonds, no to new tax

Lake Zurich, IL · 2d

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Woman-Owned Illinois Plumbing Company Files for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Kohn Plumbing, LLC is a woman-owned commercial plumbing contractor serving Chicago and its surrounding suburbs. The company filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection on November 3 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Illinois. Note: Chapter 7 bankruptcy generally involves the liquidation of a debtor’s eligible assets...

Chicago, IL · 2d

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Arlington Heights Apartment Building Sells for $25M After Pandemic Construction Delay

A 76-unit apartment building near downtown Arlington Heights has changed hands for $25 million, with multifamily investor William Covaci acquiring the five-story property through an operated entity. The building, known as FourNorth Apartments, sits at 4 North Hickory Road and was sold by its original developer, Benchmark Developers. The deal...

Arlington Heights, IL · 2d

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Zimmermann Opens Multi-Level Wilmette Boutique at Plaza Del Lago

Zimmermann has opened a new multi-level boutique at Plaza Del Lago, the open-air shopping destination known for its Spanish-style architecture, with the Australian fashion label debuting its Cruise 2027 collection inside a space filled with vintage and contemporary furnishings. The store sits at 1515 Sheridan Road, a location that places it squarely within the historic courtyard center that has long drawn shoppers to the area.

Wilmette, IL · 3d

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Cunat Launches $56M DST Offering for 540-Unit MF in McHenry

Cunat, Inc. announced the launch of Cunat Exchange X DST, which is seeking to raise $56.17 million. The DST owns The Residence of Fox Meadows, a newly developed 540-unit multifamily community in McHenry, Illinois, approximately 50 miles northwest of Chicago. Cunat developed The Residence of Fox Meadows and sold the property to the DST for $135 million. The 18-building community sits on approximately 37 acres and was 97.5% occupied.

Mchenry, IL · 1d

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4 Illinois Christmas Tree Farms Where Families Cut Their Own And Warm Up With Cocoa

Some of the best holiday memories in Illinois start on a quiet country road you almost drove past. You pull into a gravel lot, hand someone a saw, and suddenly you are wandering rows of fragrant firs with cold cheeks and a full heart. The real reward comes after, when...

Harvard, IL · 3d

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Trulee Evanston sells for $79 million to real estate investment trust

Boston-based AEW Capital Management sold the retirement complex Trulee Evanston, 1815 Norwood Court, to real estate investment trust Healthpeak Properties on Sept. 1 for $79 million, Cook County Clerk property records indicate. Berkadia, the commercial real estate firm that brokered the sale, announced the sale in a Sept. 8 press...

Evanston, IL · 1d

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Property Tax Appeals Event on November 16

Join the Township of Schaumburg and the Cook County Assessor’s Office for a free property tax appeals event for Schaumburg Township residents. At the event, residents will receive an overview on how to file an appeal and one-on-one assistance. Any questions can be directed to the Township of Schaumburg Assessor’s Office at 847-285-4570. Additional information can be found on the Assessor’s Office page.

Schaumburg, IL · 1d

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ICC Approves ComEd GRIT Transmission Project in Cook and DuPage Counties

The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) has approved ComEd’s Grid Reliability Infrastructure Transformation (GRIT) Project, which will add underground transmission lines and a new substation in the Elk Grove Village, Wood Dale and Bensenville areas. The project is intended to support electric grid reliability and accommodate growing energy demand in the region.

Dupage County, IL · 3d

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2025 revenue shortfall pushing Oak Park’s 2027 tax levy higher

Oak Park’s village board discussed the proposed 2027 operating budget and estimated 7.94% direct property tax levy hike and voted to approve the estimations for a Truth in Taxation hearing. The action took place at a Nov. 4 village board meeting. The board’s approval for the estimates is not...

Oak Park, IL · 1d

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Moen And Master Lock Maker Names Morgan Fox Chief Legal Officer

Fortune Brands Innovations, the Deerfield, Illinois company behind Moen, Master Lock and Therma-Tru, announced that Morgan Fox will join as executive vice president, chief legal officer and corporate secretary on December 2. She comes from Duravant, where she was executive vice president, general counsel and secretary, and before that she was chief legal officer at The AZEK Company.

Deerfield, IL · 1d

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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 · 17h

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Ken Chenault and Valerie Jarrett unite for a powerful Chicago conversation

What does it take to rise to the highest levels of corporate America while navigating the realities of race, opportunity and leadership in a country still wrestling with its promises of equality?. For Ken Chenault, the answer comes from a lifetime of experience, difficult decisions and an unwavering commitment to...

Chicago, IL · 3d

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Here are the latest results for the Cook County ‘Millionaire Tax' referendum

Voters in Cook County are being asked if the state of Illinois should consider an additional tax on millionaires, and early results are emphatic. The text of the amendment asked voters if the state should enact a 3% tax on income over $1 million in an effort to halt increases on property taxes, or even to potentially roll some increases back.

Cook County, IL · 2d

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CHA Unveils Final Plan for 4,100 Homes at Cabrini-Green

The Chicago Housing Authority has released its final blueprint for redeveloping the last of the land once occupied by Cabrini-Green, calling for approximately 4,100 mixed-income homes spread across 43 acres and 16 former public-housing sites on the Near North Side. The framework, known as Cabrini NOW, divides that land into four distinct zones — Rowhomes, Division, Larrabee and Sedgwick — each with its own mix of building types, unit counts and green space.

Chicago, IL · 4d

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This Old-Fashioned Illinois Candy Shop Still Makes Its Own Fudge And Caramel Apples In A Nostalgic Little Shop

Caramel apples come with a choice of fruit at one little Illinois candy counter: tart Granny Smith or sweet Honeycrisp. That decision alone could stall a family for ten minutes. Then you spot the bear claws, the cheese popcorn, and the chocolate-dipped apricots. The fudge is made in house, the...

Chicago, IL · 2d