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Long Awaited Outbound Eisenhower Ramp From Inbound Dan Ryan Opens Soon

November 30, 2016

Traffic congestion on the Jane Byrne Interchange could be eased this weekend when a long-awaited ramp connecting the circle to the outbound Eisenhower Expy. is opened. The new flyover ramp connecting…

Take a Trip to Webster Avenue: Chicago's Latest Foodie Destination

November 29, 2016

Webster Avenue in Lincoln Park is home to some of the city’s best dining spots. There’s so much culinary talent represented across sweet and savory selections for each meal of…

Makeover of five CTA Blue Line stations complete

November 28, 2016

Five CTA Blue Line stations have been modernized, with new lighting, platform canopies and benches among the improvements, city officials announced Monday. The $43 million project involved the Addison, Irving Park,…

Lincoln Park ZooLights Starts Friday With Two Million Lights

November 25, 2016

Lincoln Park Zoo’s annual ZooLights display flips the switch Friday on its largest festival of holiday lighting ever. Now in its 22nd year, ZooLights will be expanded to extend across…

Thanksgiving in Chicago 2016 – Things to Do in November & More

November 24, 2016

Spending time with friends and family during Thanksgiving in Chicago this year? Even if you’re not spending your entire time in Chicago itself, it’s a great idea to make the most of…

Weather, roadwork add up to good forecast for holiday commuters

November 23, 2016

All signs point to acceptable road conditions for Chicagoans who plan to travel over the Thanksgiving weekend. Though some roadblocks are inevitable — work on the Jane Byrne Interchange will continue,…

How Winning the World Series Helps Chicago Tourism and Transportation

November 22, 2016

Finally! After 108 years, the Chicago Cubs has won the World Series once again. It was 5 whole hours of anticipation, but it was worth it. Finally, this year’s team…

New 'Elves' Workshop Train' Joins CTA Holiday Train

November 21, 2016

A new “Elves’ Workshop Train” will follow the popular CTA holiday train through Chicago this winter, according to the Chicago Transit Authority. Like the holiday train, the elves’ train will…

AAA predicting biggest Thanksgiving travel rush in 9 years

November 19, 2016

The slowly improving economy could boost travel over the Thanksgiving holiday to levels not seen in nine years. AAA forecasts that 48.7 million Americans will travel, the busiest Thanksgiving period…

Here's What Illinois' New License Plate Looks Like

November 18, 2016

Illinois cars are getting new license plates with a new look. Secretary of State Jesse White announced Tuesday that the state will begin sending out replacement plates in 2017. Passenger…

Long Awaited Outbound Eisenhower Ramp From Inbound Dan Ryan Opens Soon

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