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The Hidden Illinois Amish Store Where Locals Go For Fried Pies And Cinnamon Rolls

Shoo fly pie, cream top milk, and fried pies are all waiting in one small Amish-style shop in the Chicago suburbs. That combo alone got my attention. It’s a store where pies sell out fast enough that calling ahead to reserve one is a smart move. The shelves go...

Orland Park, IL · 18h
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Township Atrocities: Will County’s Wesley Township

From By Bob Anderson, former McHenry Township Trustee. the boberwl@gmail.com. These Tiny Townships are out of date 1800s government bodies, have virtually zero oversight, and do not deliver their two duties of property assessments and general assistance aid. 1* Property Assessment: In townships with less than 500 residents property is...

Will County, IL · 1d
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Weekend lane closures on eastbound I-80 in Joliet

IDOT announced today that bridge deck repairs and pavement patching on Interstate 80 between Houbolt Road and Richards Street, in Joliet, will require weekend lane closures. ​. Starting at 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, lane closures are scheduled to take place on eastbound I-80, between Houbolt Road and Richards Street....

Joliet, IL · 2d
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New kind of DMV opens in south suburbs, and it's different than typical facilities

A new, permanent DMV is now open in the south suburbs, and this facility is a little different from others. The 8,700-square-foot facility in Orland Hills, dubbed a DMV+, is a "one-stop destination" for driver and vehicle services, along with a number of other offerings that would otherwise require a trip to Secretary of State facilities in Springfield or Chicago.

Orland Hills, IL · 3d
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FOX 32 Chicago

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Lake effect snow could pile up in parts of Chicagoland

Lake County, IN · 11h

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This Cash-Only Illinois Tavern Has Been Serving Giant One-Pound Burgers For Decades

A full pound of beef on one bun. That’s the standard burger here, not some dare written on a chalkboard. The smaller version is the half-pound option, which tells you a lot about this place. There are no fries on the menu either. You get chips instead, and somehow that quirk feels just right.

Lemont, IL · 3d

Crafting Your Home

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A 100-Year-Old Woman Who Walks Her Local Lowe's Every Morning Got a Birthday Party in the Aisles

Gretchen Sollo, 100, of Bradley, Illinois, has walked her local Lowe's every morning for five years, and employees surprised her with a birthday party.

Bradley, IL · 2d

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TruCore Industrial acquires 31,870-square-foot industrial facility in Joliet

TruCore Industrial acquired 2210 Oak Leaf Street in Joliet, Illinois, a 31,870-square-foot industrial facility leased to Brock Industrial Services (BIS), a division of The Brock Group. Built in 2002 and situated on 1.83 acres, the metal and masonry building combines warehouse space with two-story office space. It features 24-foot clear...

Joliet, IL · 3d

WGN News

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Ribbon-cutting ceremony held to celebrate launch of Amazon Prime Air drones in south suburbs

Amazon launched its drone delivery service in several Illinois suburbs, including Markham, following a recent ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Markham, IL · 2d

NBC Chicago

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Likely source of E. coli cases linked to popular suburban pumpkin farm identified

A baby goat was identified as the likely source of an E. coli outbreak linked to a popular suburban farm that sickened at least seven people, health department officials said on Tuesday. Results of advanced DNA testing as part of an investigation by the Will County Health Department found a...

Will County, IL · 2d

Total Pro Sports

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High School Football Team Attempts 104-Yard Field Goal During Playoff Game [VIDEO]

What on Earth were they thinking? The post High School Football Team Attempts 104-Yard Field Goal During Playoff Game [VIDEO] originally published on Total Pro Sports .

Lyons, IL · 4d

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Orland Park learns a lesson from land use moratorium

So, what did Orland Park officials learn during the current 14-month land use moratorium. Staff did a lot of homework and analyzed each affected land use category to determine if code changes were needed and recommendations were made for retail mattress businesses, pawn shops/second hand stores, coffee/tea shops, breakfast restaurants, alternative financial service, grocery stores under 50,000 square feet, standalone convenience stores, jewelry stores and personal grooming establishments.

Orland Park, IL · 1d

Country Herald

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Will County, IL Holiday Fun: Free Crafts, Campfires and S'mores

Families can enjoy seasonal events in Bolingbrook, Romeoville and Channahon beginning Dec. 1.

Will County, IL · 3d

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Severe Storms With Damaging Winds Near Davenport Push Toward Chicago, Joliet and Rockford Around Noon as Strongest Cells Hug the I-80 Corridor

CHICAGO — Showers and thunderstorms moving toward northern Illinois Wednesday morning are tracking farther north than expected. Some storms on the southern end of the system have already turned severe, with damaging winds reported near the Quad Cities. The rain is expected to reach Chicagoland around noon, and the strongest storms should stay near and south of the Interstate 80 corridor.

Rockford, IL · 1d

ABC 7 Chicago

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New Diocese of Joliet bishop installed as parishioners look to church's future

Parishioners across the Diocese of Joliet welcomed their new leader during an installation ceremony Wednesday.

Joliet, IL · 1d

967 The Eagle

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Tube Sock Trick From The 1980s Lands Illinois Man In Trouble

An Illinois couple landed in handcuffs after police spotted something suspicious in a sock during a trespassing arrest. Turns out they were using an old 1980s trick to hide drugs.

Illinois · 3d

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City of Joliet Unwraps a Season of Holiday Magic with Festive Celebrations and Traditions

From the first glow of the Christmas tree in City Square to Santa’s last trip through Joliet’s neighborhoods, the City of Joliet invites residents and visitors to spend part of the holidays together. The season begins Friday, November 27, with the annual Christmas Tree Lighting and continues in December with the 50th anniversary of the Festival of Gnomes, the debut of the Jingle & Mingle holiday market, and the annual Santa Send-Off.

Joliet, IL · 2d

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Todd Rundgren Coming To The Rialto Square Theatre In April

American musician, singer, and song writer Todd Rundgren will perform at the Rialto Square Theatre on Sunday, April 11, 2027. Tickets for the concert go on sale this Friday, November 13th at 10 a.m. Event: Todd Rundgren. Tickets go on sale: Friday, November 13th at 10 a.m. Date and time:...

Joliet, IL · 1d

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Crest Hill Breaks Ground on City Commons After Nearly a Decade of Planning

The City of Crest Hill broke ground Tuesday on the City Commons, a new community gathering space that officials say has been nearly a decade in the making. The ceremony drew city officials, community partners, residents, and project team members who gathered adjacent to City Hall to mark the start of construction.

Crest Hill, IL · 2d