Illinois

Well, maybe not the top five things to do for everyone, but the top five things for a Coloradoan. Okay, maybe not even the top five things for a Coloradoan, but definitely... keep reading →

Downtown Chicago, commonly referred to as "The Loop" is the historical heart and center of downtown, with a large business center. Famous buildings in The Loop include: Home... keep reading →

Located on a wide bend in the Mississippi River, Nauvoo,Illinois has a history as a Mormon settlement.Although largely Catholic now it is still a landmark for the Church of... keep reading →

If you’d like a bird’s eye view of Chicago go up 94 floors in the John Hancock Observatory. While you’re looking at the skyline try to spy Navy Pier, Wrigley Field or... keep reading →

There are several excellent wineries to visit along the Illinois River. The wines are semi-sweet to the palate and have a variety of other fruits added to make the wine... keep reading →

If you are planning a trip to Chicago anytime soon, you probably want to figure out what to do while you are in town. There are plenty of sites, articles, and tourist guides... keep reading →

Chicago is one of the great cities of the United States with a rich history, vibrant community and thriving commerce. As the 3rd-largest city in the United States, Chicago is... keep reading →

Searching for fun and interesting facts on Illinois. Here are 20 must know facts about the great state of Illinois. keep reading →

Neopope was Chief Blackhawks lietenat He possibly sent false reports to the chief His false reports may have contributed to the start of the black Hawk war. keep reading →

In the early morning hours of February 10th, 2010, just before 4 a.m. CT, an earthquake hit Northern Illinois. The U. S. Geological Survey (USGS) originally reported the... keep reading →