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With a magical ‘swish and flick,’ Harry Potter store debuts on Michigan AvenueApr 10, 2025 9:15 am - For decades, devoted Harry Potter fans have had to accept the fact that Hogwarts is fictional. But the magic somewhat is restored for anyone able to visit Chicago’s new addition to the fandom, with attention to detail that can make you forget you’re not actually in London.
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Unmatched field knowledge is gained at Illinois Extension youth crop competitionApr 07, 2025 12:11 am - High school students can test their agricultural expertise in a crop scouting competition hosted by Illinois Extension. The event allows youth to network with university researchers while having fun and potentially winning cash prizes.
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Gleefully campy ‘Titanique’ sails into ChicagoApr 04, 2025 10:34 am - “Titanique,” the snarky, sexual innuendo-filled parody of the 1997 blockbuster “Titanic,” isn’t for everyone, but if you appreciate great singers, power ballads, Celine Dion and camp, this is the tuner for you.
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Building business success with the right banking partnerMar 22, 2025 12:55 pm - For business owners and entrepreneurs, success isn’t just about managing finances and creating revenue — it’s about having the right network.
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Chicago Loop DMV open for REAL ID walk-ins as May 7 tsunami continuesMar 18, 2025 8:37 pm - Illinois Secretary of State adds downtown Chicago REAL ID center ahead of May 7 deadline. Suburban DMV locations also offer Saturday walk-ins.
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Celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis opening restaurants at Hollywood Casino in Aurora and JolietMar 12, 2025 10:34 am - Celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis will open restaurants in the new land-based Hollywood Casino locations in Aurora and Joliet. Joliet is slated to open later this year while Aurora is scheduled for the first half of 2026.
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Not so magically delicious: Kennedy Expressway fix returns on St. Pat’s Day, outbound lanes the focusMar 11, 2025 7:15 pm - The final leg of Kennedy work on the outbound lanes begins Monday. Project costs now estimated at $169 million.
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How current debates in Washington could affect your 2024 tax filingsMar 08, 2025 1:45 pm - With so much happening in Washington these days, taxpayers may be left wondering what — if anything — will affect their 2024 tax returns.
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Proposed regulations on tax-free reorgs and spinoffsMar 08, 2025 1:09 pm - Newly proposed regulations on tax-free reorganizations and spinoffs would add significant compliance and reporting obligations. It is anticipated that there will be numerous comments on the regulations, which are due March 17.
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Illinois and Chicago among top U.S. destinations for corporate expansion, relocationMar 06, 2025 3:32 pm - For the third year in a row, Illinois has been ranked No. 2 for corporate expansion and relocation by Site Selection magazine, a leading publication in corporate real estate and facility planning. The magazine also ranked Chicago as the No. 1 metropolitan area for the 12th consecutive year.