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B-N tourism group gets state grant for Route 66 renovations at Sprague's in Normal

The Bloomington-Normal Area Convention and Visitors Bureau [CVB] has received a $150,000 state tourism grant to further restore Sprague’s Super Service in Normal ahead of Route 66's 100th anniversary next year. It’s among a total of $6.3 million...

NASCAR races against time to finish preparations for Chicago Street Race

​​When engines roar to life this weekend in Grant Park, NASCAR will test whether a third year of racing through Chicago’s streets can match the hype without the headaches. Crews needed just 25 days to transform the South Loop into a race-ready...

In Photos: Days after Stanley Cup win, Brad Marchand & wife Katrina travel to London, UK for Wimbledon 2025

Florida Panthers forward Brad Marchand and his wife Katrina took a trip to the United Kingdom this week. On Friday, Katrina Marchand shared a series of stories on her Instagram from the couple’s British getaway. One of the pictures showed Brad...

Great Rivers and Routes Tourism Bureau receives over $2 million in grants

By Steven Spencer Governor Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity announced $6.3 million in grant funding that has been awarded as a part of their efforts to boost tourism in the state of Illinois. Funding was...

Simone Biles Drops Fresh Vacation Update With Jonathan Owens in Stylish Escape

Simone Biles, rarely idle and never far from the spotlight, has momentarily stepped away from tumbling runs and chalked beams. This time, the celebrated gymnast is making waves of a different sort. Along the calm, coastal edges of San Pedro,...

“Like father, like son”: Bubba Wallace melts hearts with an adorable photo with son Becks ahead of the Chicago race

Bubba Wallace shared a pair of adorable photos with his son Becks ahead of the Cup Series race at Chicago. The pictures captured a funny and heartwarming side of their relationship, which melted the fans' hearts. Wallace has often referred to...

5 killed, 36 hurt in shootings across Chicago during Fourth of July weekend, police say

4 killed, 30 wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago 4 killed, 30 wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago 01:50 At least five people were killed and 36 others were wounded in shootings across Chicago during the Fourth of July weekend,...

Democrat-Infested Chicago Tops Gross List of Cities with the Worst Bed Bug Problems

Chicago, long infested with crime and poverty, keeps crawling ahead of its rivals to remain the champion of one more side effect of its decline. Pest control company Orkin said that the deep-blue Democrat-dominated city is top in the nation in bed...

U.S. Tourism Will Lose Up To $29 Billion As Visitors Plummet Amid Trump Policies

Topline While tourism is booming across the rest of the world, the U.S. is a notable loser this year as tens of millions of international visitors are choosing to travel elsewhere—costing the economy up to $29 billion—and risking millions of jobs....

Will Chicago have Fourth of July fireworks? What to know about Navy Pier schedule

Fireworks displays are expected to light up Chicago-area skies for the Fourth of July, but one of the region's most popular shows won't be happening on the holiday -- the iconic fireworks at Navy Pier. The famed tourist venue known for its weekly...

Man killed in crash on Chicago's NW Side

CHICAGO - A man was killed in a crash early Friday morning after running a red light in Chicago's Belmont Terrace neighborhood, police said. What we know: The crash happened around 2:10 a.m. in the 3200 block of North Cumberland Avenue. According...

Fourth of July Travel Faces Delays From Storms, Heat and Fire Risk

A record-breaking 72.2 million Americans are traveling for the Fourth of July holiday this year. Still, severe weather, extreme heat, and wildfire risks are threatening to derail plans across the country. According to the National Weather Service...

Glenn Eden: Who is Chicago’s greatest ambassador? You.

Summer in Chicago is magic: the buzz of neighborhood festivals, the gleam of sunlight on Lake Michigan and the tantalizing scents of myriad cuisines emanating from our tremendous restaurants. Not to mention, this weekend, we also have the roar of...

Fourth of July fireworks shows in the Chicago area: Full schedule

Those looking to watch Fourth of July fireworks displays in the Chicago area will have plenty of options, but not as many as you might think. That's because several suburbs held their holiday festivities on July 3, and some won't be holding any at...

Chicago Pride Parade 2025 steps off on North Side

The Chicago Pride Parade will step off on Sunday on the city's North Side. CHICAGO - The Chicago Pride Parade stepped off on Sunday on the city's North Side. The parade was set to start on Sunday at 11 a.m., beginning at Sheridan and Broadway and...

Viceroy Hotels & Resorts Partners With The Class to Launch Mindful Wellness Programming for Travelers

Viceroy Hotels & Resorts is bringing mindfulness to your travel itinerary with a new partnership designed to support the physical and emotional well-being of guests on the move. Launching June 16, the luxury hotel group is collaborating with The...

Chicago Pride Parade 2025 steps off on North Side

Organizers of the 54th annual Chicago Pride Parade were expecting a big crowd despite warm temperatures. CHICAGO - The Chicago Pride Parade stepped off on Sunday on the city's North Side. The parade was set to start on Sunday at 11 a.m., beginning...

Divided celebrations mark historic July Fourth amid protests and record travel

Americans celebrated US Independence Day on July 4, 2025, marking 249 years since the Declaration of Independence was adopted in 1776. Traditional festivities included parades like America's oldest in Bristol, Rhode Island (running since 1785),...

Residents of London's iconic Notting Hill grow tired of tourists 

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Joey Chestnut reclaims Nathan's hot dog eating contest title 00:32 Now Playing Residents of London's iconic Notting Hill grow tired of tourists 02:16 UP NEXT How...