'Chicagoland's Other Lakefront Destination' Is A Peaceful, Family-Friendly Boating Hub With Small-Town Charm

Of all the places in Chicago, the lakefront is among the best. If you don't want to deal with the city, hit the lakefront in ...
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Erie Canal, the ditch that made Chicago great, marks its 200th birthday

More than any other historical event, the opening of the Erie Canal, on Oct. 26, 1825, set Chicago on the path to becoming ...
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The 125-Year-Old Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal Reversed the Chicago River, Now It Needs to Shed That Image

It's been 125 years since the Chicago River was famously reversed by creating the 28-mile Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal.
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Midway Between Chicago And Milwaukee Is Illinois' Lake-Surrounded Community Full Of Unique Family Fun

Illinois' No. 1 tourist destination is Chicago, but when you need a break from the hustle and bustle of the big city, there ...
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Illinois Hidden Restaurants Everyone Seems To Know About

Illinois hidden restaurants that locals love for their secret menus, cozy vibes, and unforgettable flavors everyone seems to ...
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Chicago Piping Plovers launches annual fundraising drive

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Windows shattered at Lake View condo buildings; jets practicing for Air and Water Show blamed

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