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Morris Council Approves Denying Variance Request For Company on Roberts Road

A company on Roberts Road in Morris was denied a variance request by the Morris City Council last night. Alderman Jake Duvick spoke about the actual motion that was denied. Morris City Attorney Garrett Wheeler said the Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously denied the variance at a meeting last week.

Morris, IL · 3d

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More Than 3,200 Acres of Illinois Farmland Head to Auction in November

More than 3,200 acres of farmland are scheduled to be auctioned in Illinois during November 2026. Listings span 19 counties and range from 27 to 375 acres. Here’s a closer look at three notable sales. Grundy County. A 140-acre farm in Grundy County, Illinois, will be offered in a...

Illinois · 3h

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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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Oswego keeps proposed 5% property tax rate reduction

Oswego officials agreed Monday to keep a proposed 5% reduction in the village’s property tax rate as part of the developing 2027 budget, despite concerns about future pension costs and economic uncertainty. The proposed levy is about $2.05 million, an increase of roughly $64,000 in total dollars from the...

Oswego, 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 · 2d

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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 · 12h

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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 · 3d

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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

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Scottie Pippen buys $2.1M luxury condo in Chicago’s Streeterville

Chicago Bulls icon and NBA Hall of Famer Scottie Pippen has officially returned to the Chicago real estate market, purchasing a stunning $2,187,500 luxury condominium in the heart of downtown Streeterville. Purchased through an opaque land trust, the high-rise acquisition marks Pippen's official return to Chicago-area homeownership five years after...

Chicago, IL · 2d

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Pat Quinn explains his support for a millionaire income tax surcharge

Former Gov. Pat Quinn discusses a Cook County advisory referendum on a proposed 3% income tax surcharge for Illinois residents earning more than $1 million a year and how the revenue could support schools and property tax relief.

Cook County, IL · 3d

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Cook County pilot program helping aspiring homeowners realize their dream

A Cook County housing program is bringing new homes and potential financial assistance to working families in underserved communities.

Cook County, IL · 15h

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Chicago street vendors push for ordinance allowing fresh food sales

Street vendors in Chicago want city officials to pass a new ordinance. The ordinance would allow them to sell fresh food right on city streets.

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Levi’s Opens New Michigan Avenue Flagship in Chicago

Levi’s is celebrating its connection to Chicago with the opening of a new flagship store on Michigan Avenue, bringing together local artists, businesses, and cultural institutions for a citywide celebration. Among the highlights is an exclusive capsule collection by Chicago fashion designer Ron Louis, known for his custom denim, streetwear, and signature “Blue Tag” work.

Chicago, IL · 19h

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Illinois artisan grocery and cafe to close after 23 years as diner moves in

Illinois is preparing to lose a longtime independent food business as grocery closures continue changing where communities shop. Southport Grocery and Cafe, a neighborhood specialty market and daytime restaurant, will…

Chicago, IL · 4d

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Construction Begins on Major North Center Redevelopment at Lincoln, Damen and Irving Park

Construction is underway at 3959 N. Lincoln Avenue, bringing a major redevelopment to the busy Lincoln, Damen and Irving Park intersection in North Center. The project will renovate the existing five-story former bank building and add new construction, creating 64 affordable apartments, commercial space and supportive services. A historic building...

Chicago, IL · 23h

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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 · 2d

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