Do You Know the Story Behind These Weird Structures in Chicago?
Several abandoned structures called 'water cribs' can be seen along the shoreline of Chicago, but do you know what they were for and why they are still there?
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Would an IL Drive-In Theater Look Like This Post-Apocalypse?
These photos show the eery remains of what was one of Rockford, Illinois' drive-in movie theaters.
Do You Know How Historic Illinois Barns Got Painted Bright Red?
Historical rumors say Illinois farmers used a shocking ingredient to turn their barn wood bright red.
Illinois' Oldest Bar (1800s) Has a Unique Backstory
The establishment was originally named, "Zimmer Tavern and Wagon Shop" and dates back to 1849.
Illinois’ Richest Man Just Paid $43 Million For A Piece Of Paper
Okay, with a headline like that, there's obviously some stuff to unpack here. Questions need to be answered. For instance, who is Illinois' richest man, and what piece of paper could be worth $43 million?
Sears Is Closing Up, And Taking Illinois History With It
As Joe Dredge pointed out in his post yesterday, the last remaining Sears store in Illinois is closing. Their Schaumberg store, Illinois' last open Sears, is done in November.
What's In This Time Capsule Outside an Old Illinois Movie Theater
Who doesn't love a good mystery movie? Better yet, what about the mystery of what is inside a time capsule from 1975?
The Horrifying Reason Why Illinois’ Starved Rock Got Its Name
When you've lived in a state for your entire life, it's sometimes jarring to find out something about its history that you had absolutely no idea about.
Rockford’s Famous Bing’s Drive-In Reopening with Some Big Changes
The Summer of 2019 was the last time my wife and I took the crew to Bing's. Burgers, fries and root beer everywhere. We'll finally get a chance to return.
The History Of “Hammy” From The Rockford IceHogs
The Rockford IceHogs history of their mascot "Hammy."