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Where were you on 8/8/88? I remember it like it was yesterday.
Around this time every year, I can’t help but notice a date on the calendar that stands out. August 8. ... -
Getting Around Chicago: CTA Subways, Buses, and the “L”
Chicago’s mass transit system is so important to the city, one entire section of the metropolis is named for the ... -
Chicago: Pizza & Other Restaurants
If you’re in Chicago for just one weekend, you’ll have to make the most of your eating opportunities. At best, ... -
Chicago: Lincoln Park Conservatory, Zoo
In a city where everything’s expensive, it’s nice to find a couple of attractions that aren’t just cheap, they’re free. ... -
Chicago: Navy Pier & Skyline Cruise
Stretching out from the middle of downtown Chicago, just north of the Chicago River’s outlet, you’ll find Navy Pier. It’s ... -
Chicago: Lakefront & Magnificent Mile
On a warm spring or summer day, you can enjoy a uniquely Chicago experience, by taking a walk along the ... -
Chicago: Downtown Loop Area
Chicago’s “Loop” area (the area south of the Chicago River) is a great place to walk around, even if you ... -
Chicago: Grant Park – Buckingham Fountain
If you ever watched the old TV sitcom Married with Children, you’re already familiar with this Chicago landmark. However, Buckingham ... -
Chicago’s Millennium Park: Cloud Gate, AKA “The Bean”
There’s no better place to start your visit to Chicago than at Millennium Park. This nearly-brand-new park at the northwestern ... -
Great River Road – Illinois Route 100
After spending a couple hours exploring Calhoun County, all that was left for me to do on this trip was ...
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