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$1 million Mega Millions winner in suburban Bartlett shares incredible plan for prize
A suburban Bartlett man is the proud holder of a ticket that won $1 million in Tuesday’s Mega Millions drawing, but he’s far from alone in claiming the prize money. Donald Gant told NBC Chicago that he rarely stops at the BP gas station off of Route 59 where he purchased the winning ticket on Tuesday, but said he had a good feeling about the drawing.
Satisfy Your Cravings with the Best Tacos Near Schaumburg
From traditional Mexican tacos to innovative fusion eateries, Chicagoland is home to a delicious and diverse taco scene. Near Schaumburg, there is no shortage of spots to grab a delicious taco – whether simple or more elaborate. Here are some taco joints that rise to the top of our...
These are the 10 best places to live in the Chicago area, according to new report
Several suburbs and one popular Chicago neighborhood just landed on a new ranking of the 2024 "Best Places to Live in the Chicago Area." The new list, released earlier this week, was part of a "Best Places to Live" report from ranking and review website Niche. The report, made up of several lists -- including "Best Places to Raise a Family," and "Best Suburbs to Live in America" -- says its ranking and grades were calculated "using a series of steps to ensure statistical rigor and useful guidance in deciding where to live."
Illinois Mega Millions player wins $1M
CHICAGO, Ill. (WTVO) — While a lucky player in New Jersey won $1.128 billion in Tuesday night’s Mega Millions lottery, an Illinois player has a winning ticket worth $1 million. According to the Illinois Lottery, the winning ticket was purchased at RT. 59 Gasoline, at 1100 W. Stearns Road, in Bartlett. In addition, two other […]
Beef-A-Roo’s original co-owner Jean Vitale dies
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Jean Vitale, who was the co-owner and operator of Beef-A-Roo for over 40 years, passed away last week at the age of 81. According to her obituary, Vitale began her career as a registered nurse. Beef-A-Roo was named the “Best Regional Food Chain in Illinois” by Mashed.com in October 2021. The […]
Meet 'Ripley': FOX 32 Chicago aids suburban shelter dogs in finding homes
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. - Offering a helping hand to suburban shelter dogs, FOX 32 Chicago's Scott Schneider volunteers at the West Suburban Humane Society in Downers Grove two weekends a month. During his recent stint at the shelter, Schneider spent time with Ripley, a new arrival described as a one-and-a-half-year-old...
Hamburger Helper, kitchen mainstay since the ’70s, looks to stay relevant with help of local innovation center
For the busy parent, the uninspired home cook or simply anyone looking to get dinner on the table, a trip through the packaged foods aisle at the grocery store is an easy solve. Take Hamburger Helper, a store shelf mainstay since the ’70s that offers a one-pan solution to mealtime. For decades, the brand was a household name. In an effort to stay relevant with today’s consumer, Helper has ...
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