Rockford, Illinois once had Amtrak service to Chicago. From 1974–1981 the Black Hawk ran through Rockford and Galena. Here’s the rail history and what a return could mean.
We all know that Wisconsin is known for its cheese and its beer, but I bet you didn't know that Wisconsin also brews more soy sauce than any other state.
With home prices still generally on the rise, many are choosing to renovate their current abodes instead of buying a new one. There's bad news for those in Missouri and Illinois as neither state is anywhere to be found among the cheapest states to improve your home in America.