Last but certainly not least, the Illinois State Museum in Springfield is like a greatest hits album of the Prairie State. It ...

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It’s not picky ... Northern Illinois, with its blend of city and country vibes from Chicago to Rockford, sees some pretty harsh winters and hot, humid summers. So, if you plan on growing a lawn here, ...

A first-time visit to Chicago isn't complete without a stop at Millennium Park. Situated in the Loop just north of the Art Institute of Chicago, this 25-acre space is used to showcase cutting-edge ...

This weekend only, pasta-maker Barilla is bringing a pop-up food truck to Chicago that serves dishes like mushroom farfalle and cacio e pepe. The Barilla Connection Kitchen food truck is ...

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The mayor’s office use of the do-not-hire ... Woelfel cover Chicago government and politics for WBEZ. The development of a parcel of land is a prominent piece of ex-Illinois House Speaker ...

I know other kids are contacting us, so I know I'm not naive to the facts ... let's break down the top 10 items on Illinois coach Bret Bielema's offseason to-do list.

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