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2 of the ‘best’ malls in the country are in suburban Chicago, new report says

2 of the ‘best’ malls in the country are in suburban Chicago, new report says

Jul 8, 2025 | gbartusiak

Two of the best malls in the country just happen to be located in suburban Chicago, according to a new “reader’s choice” report for 2025. The report, from USA Today, was part of the publication’s “10Best” awards, which spans categories of dining, travel, entertainment and more. Some readers’ choice categories also included rankings of malls…

Chicago ranked among the most overpriced U.S. cities in new study

Chicago ranked among the most overpriced U.S. cities in new study

Jul 7, 2025 | gbartusiak

Chicagoans can’t catch a break when it comes to the cost of living—at least, according to a new study from home-goods pros Highland Cabinetry, which ranks the most overpriced cities in the U.S.  Analyzing a diverse range of metrics that consider not only the cost of living but also the quality of life in the Windy City—including…

“Chi-town Pizza” comes to Wrigley Field for limited time, Cubs announce

“Chi-town Pizza” comes to Wrigley Field for limited time, Cubs announce

Jul 1, 2025 | gbartusiak

Going to Wrigley Field and can’t figure out if you want an Italian beef sandwich or a pizza? You’re in luck. That’s because the Cubs have announced a partnership between Home Run Inn and Vienna Beef to create a “Chi-Town Pizza,” which features elements of both iconic Chicago dishes. The pizza features freshly sliced mozzarella…

4th of July Fireworks: Where to watch in Chicago and Suburbs

4th of July Fireworks: Where to watch in Chicago and Suburbs

Jun 30, 2025 | gbartusiak

The summer heat has made its way to the Chicago area just in time for the Fourth of July. Here is a list of fireworks shows in Chicago, the suburbs and northwest Indiana: Cook County Mount ProspectJuly 2 and 4 at Melas Park at 9:30 p.m. Burr RidgeJuly 3 at dusk. Pre-fireworks festivities begin at…

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