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This Is Illinois @thisisillinois.bsky.social · 2h

Chicago’s 'rat hole' wasn’t a rat after all, study finds

Remember Chicago’s viral “rat hole”? 🐀 Turns out... it wasn’t a rat at all.

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These Illinois Towns Are Among America’s Safest for Halloween

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Rockford Appoints New Fire Chief, Rebecca Tyo

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Wisconsin Farmer Grows 2,491-Pound Pumpkin That Could Crush a Car

This Wisconsin Pumpkin Could Crush a Car

A Wisconsin grower raised a giant pumpkin weighing 2,491 lbs — almost a record-breaker

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This Is Illinois @thisisillinois.bsky.social · 7h

Rockford’s Bourbon Street Lounge Is Closing

After several restaurant incarnations over the years, Bourbon Street Lounge in Rockford is closing.

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This Is Illinois @thisisillinois.bsky.social · 12h

Rebecca Tyo Named Rockford’s New Fire Chief

Rebecca Tyo Appointed as Rockford’s New Fire Chief

After 16 years of dedicated service, Rebecca Tyo has been named Chief of the Rockford Fire Department following a unanimous vote by the Fire and Police Commission.

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This Is Illinois @thisisillinois.bsky.social · 1d

Tiny Illinois Town Named One of the Most Burglarized in America

Tiny Illinois Town Named One of America’s Most Burglarized

You won’t believe which tiny Illinois town ranks among America’s most burglarized.

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Woman Arrested After Throwing Coffee In Illinois Gas Station - 96.7 The Eagle

Hot Coffee Leads To Burns And An Arrest At Joliet Gas Station

A Joliet gas station turned chaotic when a woman threw hot coffee at an employee after being confronted for loitering, leaving the clerk with serious burns and a hospital visit.

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Why A Burger King Restroom Couldn't Save This Fleeing Illinois Driver - 96.7 The Eagle

High-speed Chase Ends In Burger King Restroom In Shorewood

A man in Shorewood tried to escape police by hiding in a Burger King restroom after a high-speed chase, but his plan quickly fell apart as officers caught him.

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This Is Illinois @thisisillinois.bsky.social · 1d

The Classic ’90s Horror Movies That Gave Us Nightmares

Remember These Scary '90s Movies?

The classics that gave us nightmares as kids.

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This Is Illinois @thisisillinois.bsky.social · 1d

The Best Dessert Day Freebies Happening in Rockford Right Now

Rockford’s Got Dessert Deals You Don’t Want to Miss Today

From milkshakes to bundt cakes, these Rockford spots have dessert discounts that’ll make your day.

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This Is Illinois @thisisillinois.bsky.social · 1d

Huge Snow and Ice Storms in Illinois, Wisconsin's Winter Forecast

Midwest Winter Warning: Colder, Snowier Season Ahead

New long-range models and climate signals point to a brutal winter for Illinois and Wisconsin — here’s what you should prepare for.

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This Is Illinois @thisisillinois.bsky.social · 1d

Oak Lawn District 218 joins with foundation started by rapper Common for mentorship program

Community High School District 218 launched a mentorship program with a foundation founded by rapper Common, a South Side native.

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I-90 Food Truck Fire Disrupts Traffic And Meals Today - 96.7 The Eagle

Busy I-90 Sees Food Truck Blaze, Traffic Lanes Closed For Safety

A food truck fire on I-90 in Illinois disrupted traffic this morning, but thankfully no one was hurt, just a tragic loss of delicious meals meant for hungry travelers.

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This Is Illinois @thisisillinois.bsky.social · 2d

Milwaukee Brewers Mock Cubs After Playoff Victory

Brewers Just Pulled the Pettiest Move After Beating the Cubs

The rivalry’s alive and well after Milwaukee’s taunt toward Chicago.

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This Is Illinois @thisisillinois.bsky.social · 2d

Yelp Names These 3 Illinois Spots the Best New Restaurants in US

3 Illinois Restaurants Just Made Yelp’s Best New List

From steak flights to Korean BBQ, Illinois food is shining bright.

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This Is Illinois @thisisillinois.bsky.social · 2d

Illinois Drivers: Which Cars Get Bird Pooped On the Most?

The Color Battle: Which Cars Get Targeted By Local Birds

At a radio station with towering antennas, staff are frustrated by the barrage of bird droppings on their brown, red, and black cars, turning nature into a daily nuisance.

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This Is Illinois @thisisillinois.bsky.social · 2d

How Many Pumpkins Does Illinois Grow? Enough For 8 Billion Lattes

Autumn Flavors Thrive With Illinois’ Impressive Pumpkin Harvest

Illinois is the pumpkin powerhouse of the U.S., producing enough for an ocean of pumpkin spice lattes, with Morton processing most of the world’s canned pumpkin.

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This Is Illinois @thisisillinois.bsky.social · 2d

Creepy 'Halloween' Theme Has Baby Dancing in Hilarious Video

Creepy 'Halloween' Theme Song Has Baby Dancing in Hilarious Viral Video

WATCH: Baby can't help but feel the beat while everyone else is scared of the song.

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These Illinois Jobs Rank Highest for Stress and Burnout

The Most Depressing Jobs in Illinois Might Surprise You

Not all jobs are created equal—some Illinois careers top the list for stress and exhaustion.

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This Is Illinois @thisisillinois.bsky.social · 4d

You Won’t Believe These Illinois Food Creations

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This Is Illinois @thisisillinois.bsky.social · 4d

Iowa And Illinois Have A Really Difficult Time Saying These Two Specific Words

Iowa And Illinois Have A Really Difficult Time Saying Two Specific Words

Words are often just really difficult.

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This Is Illinois @thisisillinois.bsky.social · 4d

Hey Pumpkin! Iowa And Illinois Have Picked Their Favorite Pumpkin Foods

Hey Pumpkin! The Quad Cities Have Picked Their Favorite Pumpkin Foods

It's the flavor of the season: pumpkin.

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This Is Illinois @thisisillinois.bsky.social · 4d

7 Pumpkin Color Meanings You Should Know Before Halloween

7 Pumpkin Color Meanings You Should Know Before Halloween This Year

Pumpkins aren't just Halloween decorations for some families.

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This Is Illinois @thisisillinois.bsky.social · 4d

Illinois Road Closure: Seminary Street Work Begins Monday

Seminary Street Closed for Utility Work Starting October 13

A two-day road closure on Seminary Street in Illinois will reroute traffic for utility work. Drivers should follow detours and slow down near the site.

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