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Suburban beach view is blocked by fence, frustrating residents
CHICAGO (CBS) — People in north suburban Wilmette have some strong feelings about a new fence.It recently popped up outside the South Beach at Gillson Park.The fence is one of a few big changes coming to the popular beach this summer."This is a beautiful view, and it's different every day. It's like a changing painting."When she walks the shoreline, Charlotte Walker notices the subtle changes."It's amazing. It's a beautiful natural wonder," Walker said.She visits South Beach at Gillson Park just about every day. She notices one obvious change. An obstruction."An abomination, really. I think it's awful," Walker said. The Wilmette Park...
McDonald's adds new ‘Grandma McFlurry' onto menus for a limited time
Last year, it was the Grimace Shake. This year, it's a new McFlurry...or maybe, an older one?. The limited-edition treat, called the "Grandma McFlurry," hits McDonald's restaurants in Chicago and beyond May 21, a press release said. The dessert, according to the release, was created with the special lady in mind, saying the Chicago-based burger chain is a tried and true place to take grandchildren.
Cicada Invasion Has Arrived In Chicago
CHICAGO — After weeks of speculation, the warm weather has apparently enticed the 17-year cicadas to start re-emerging from underground. Some Block Club readers in Beverly on the Far South Side reported spotting the large insect Friday for the first time since 2007. Cicadas are crowding the leaves on...
Illinois Gambler Wins $536K From $5 Bet At Four Winds Casinos’ Slot Machine
A gambler from Schaumburg, Illinois, won $536,614.25 on a $5 bet on April 28 while playing at Dollar Storm Wild Ninja slot machine at the Four Winds Casino Resort in New Buffalo, Michigan. The winner chose to remain anonymous. Illinois gambler joined other Four Winds Casinos’ winners. Four Winds...
Mr. Fix It with tips on getting rid of ants
Mr. Fix It Lou Manfredini joins WGN Morning News with some tips on getting rid of ants around your home. Lou is raising money for Misericordia. Support his fundraiser here: Lou’s fundraiser for Misericordia. Love the WGN Morning News? We love you, too. And you can have all the...
Chicago's Maxwell Street Market to return to original site for first time in 30 years
The iconic Maxwell Street Market will return to its original home in Chicago later this month, the city announced in a press release. According to officials, the market will be back on Maxwell Street for the first time since 1994, taking place on the final Sunday of each month during the summer.
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