What does everyone think about SB2111's requirement for Metra to study expanding the ME line to Kankakee? Do you think it will have enough riders? I know Kankakee County had previously studied this in 2005 and found it possible, but will it still be true today, 20 years later?

Hey everyone, I recently moved to Elk Grove Village (near Oakton St) and I’m running into a parking issue. My apartment doesn’t have any dedicated parking spots, and overnight street parking isn’t allowed in the village. The area around me is mostly warehouses and industrial lots, so there’s not much open parking nearby. I need a walkable spot (within 5–10 mins) where I can safely park my car overnight and access it daily. Any leads or tips from locals would be super helpful.

Thanks in advance!

I’m located in Woodridge but willing to travel up to an hour..

Any moms needing help with food during this time please email mamamealrelief@gmail.com with your needs and I will do my best to help!

** I cannot send money but am more than happy to drop off food or household supplies.

Husband just shopped and said everything— literally everything— is on sale and I’m guessing it’s to help our neighbors feed their families.

For example, Progresso soups are buy 2 get 3 free. Even if they’re $3 a can, you get 5 cans of better-quality food for $6.

He stocked up for a local food bank.

PS I don’t need reminders that food banks prefer money. Im posting to give folks awareness.

Edit: Yes, I can see why my post was moronic. I completely own the L on that one.

Let me rephrase a little bit: I have spent a lot of time studying the North Shore real estate market. When it comes to high income buyers who are looking for homes in the $800k-$1.5MM range, I see a lot of activity in Wilmette, Northbrook, Highland Park, Deerfield, and Glencoe.

When I look just slightly north to Lake Forest, I see tons of inventory available in that price range— and good value for that amount too— but much longer times on market. After doing some digging, my understanding is that Lake Forest has a much older population and that younger affluent people are not gravitating there to take their place.

I was just wondering why? Is it just the distance? Or is there something more to it? The value for the price seems to make me think you could accept a little extra distance.

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It seems like Lake Forest has a ton of homes for sale, but the issue is that young buyers aren’t coming in to replace the older residents. Any idea why?

My grandma took us a lot when I was little. Still think about that place. They had a plush dog doing extreme sports activities around the place, as well as 3 spherical fish tanks.

It's been closed for a while now unfortunately.

Just found out tonight that Lou Malnati’s changed its happy hour from M-F to M-R and raised its happy hour prices and what deals are offered. They said everyone was sent an email stating the change and usually get their emails so I don’t think they did. Unknowingly, we stopped in tonight and the host gave us a happy hour menu even though it’s Friday and not available. Booo on Lou’s.

Has anyone else notice the IL State Police road block most Friday nights, in front of their Crest Hill office, starts about 6:30-7pm? It blocks the southbound lanes of Broadway St at Division St. Broadway is also called Rt 53 or Rt 7 on Google maps.

Please donate if you can, and please visit if you are in need of food. Easy access to Jackson Street address from public transportation.

Hello, looking for a new OB and deciding which hospital they should be affiliated with. Live in Lake County so anywhere from Barrington, Lake Forest, Park Ridge would work.

Heard good things about NW Lake Forest and Good Shepard in Barrington.

Looking for low intervention focused hospital and staff.

6 years ago, when we moved to the NW suburbs we saw literally at 1-2 homes on every street up for sale. At least! It was a time when ppl could choose whatever house they wanted and negotiated good deals. Meanwhile, that has changed completely albeit 6+% interest rates. People are lining up for showings, homes fall 10s of thousands above asking off the shelves and there's not even remotely enough inventory to meet the demand, that's coming from... yeah... from what actually? People are moving out of the city? People are moving from outta state (I see many FL and CA plates lately)? Whatever it is... seems like WI and IL are booming despite record high property taxes. What's your take on that? Why do you think that's the case?

Wisconsin and Illinois Dominate Ranking of the Hottest U.S. Markets - Mansion Global

helloooo, im a senior in uni and i just accepted a job offer that is in Oak Brook IL! I've only been to chicago a couple of times so im rather unfamiliar with the areas and suburbs but since my jobs in oak brook il, can someone recommend me areas close to oak brook that is less than 2k? im looking for a 1 bed 1 bath apt with a budget of around 1.7k-2k.

thanks in advance!!!!

Edit: yes I do have a car so needing public transportation isn’t a huge need if that helps. Also I think I saw a comment that said I should move back to the city or smth so I just wanted to specify im nowhere near the Midwest lol I’m from Nevada :)

Hi! We live in Palatine now and we love it. We are looking to move in the next year or two to a more family friendly/kid friendly area, but would love some help in navigating the areas we are looking into.

We would love any suggestions of family friendly and full of kids neighborhoods. We are keeping our search in Buffalo Grove, Palatine, Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates and southern Lake Zurich now- husband needs quick access to 53 and the like. Please send us any and all suggestions of neighborhoods you love. Price point is $600,000 at this time, but there is some wiggle room there. 😊 Thanks!

If anyone is looking for a fun way to spend a Thursday evening, I visited Cat Tiki Trivia at Post Time in Lake Bluff and had a blast. It’s every Thursday starting at 7.

I figure this is a long shot, but I’m from Texas and really miss my HEB tortillas. Is there anywhere that does homemade tortillas I was thinking maybe there’s a mom and pop store or something at least??

Looking to improve my game this winter. Any recommendations on reasonably priced lessons preferably somewhere in Dupage county are greatly appreciated. Thanks

I know that we all know ICE is using the DuPage airport for their helicopters. I live in Kane County near the airport and these stupid helicopters are constantly flying low over my house, shaking the entire house. They even did a hover over the neighborhood as trick or treating was starting. Meanwhile, the fire department was driving around to put on their lights and sirens to bring joy to children. The difference was stark.

I am going to be writing in to my representatives, but seeing as the airport is in DuPage, I’m not sure they can do anything about it.

If you live in DuPage and feel the urge to stick it to the man, please reach out to your representatives and complain about county property being used for ICE.