Archive for December, 2009

What is a good suburbia neighborhood to live in the Chicago area?

Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009

Nel asked: I am planning on relocating for a job west of Chicago (Melrose Park area) and would like to know of what areas are good to live in surrounding there? Also is it crazy or too much hassle to try to commute (whether by car or Metro ...

Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009

Wayne Hemrick asked: If you live in Chicago or plan on visiting the Windy City sometime soon, you will not want to miss out on all of the wonderful entertainment that this city has to offer. Whether you enjoy theatre or concerts, you will be amazed by the myriad choices ...

What parts of Chicago are ok to stay in for vacation? Which areas charge for parking?

Monday, December 21st, 2009

bjmarchini asked: I am planning our August Vacation for Chicago and am booking a hotel for a week. The area that I am think about the most is near O'hare as this seems reasonably safe, doesn't charge for parking (which can add up) and is a short distance walk to the ...

What kind of weather-appropriate clothing should I bring to Chicago right now?

Monday, December 21st, 2009

TwinkaTee asked: I am from Texas (where it's still hitting temperatures in the 90s), and I noticed that it is wavering between 50-70 degrees in Chicago. Is that cold to locals or is that still considered short sleeve/short weather? I am heading to Chicago for vacation on Saturday and I ...

Monday, December 21st, 2009

Dhiraj Bandurkar asked: Discount Hotel Rooms ChicagoChicago is a place in the state of Illinois, a largest city in this state and the third-most populace city in United States. It is situated in the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan acting as a major destination for industries, finance, medicine, politics, culture, ...

Sunday, December 20th, 2009

Phillip J. Speciale asked: I never realized growing up in Chicago was such a privilege until I began surfing the net and found out that a good portion of the rest of the country had been deprived of tasting a Chicago-Style Italian Beef Sandwich. I assumed every State and every ...

Saturday, December 19th, 2009

Clint Jhonson asked: Recent findings have shown that Chicago is sitting at the top of the list for metropolitan areas with properties in foreclosure. This position has resulted from an increased number of borrowers defaulting on their payments. Chicago foreclosure homes are widely available today, with housing values that are ...

What is that area on the map of Chicago that is not in the city?

Friday, December 18th, 2009

ajs3400 asked: There's an area surrounded by Chicago-in the Northwest, right by O'Hare--that doesn't seem to be part of the city. When looking at a map of 77 community areas, it doesn't have a number. And I've seen police maps that have the area blacked out with the words "not ...

Friday, December 18th, 2009

David Reichman asked: People looking to have a great time find themselves with a lot of interesting things to do in Chicago. For couples, Chicago is one of the best places in the United States where they can break away from the routine, unwind and have the quality time they ...

Monday, December 14th, 2009

Paula Cherrist asked: Living at one of the 290 luxurious Burnham Pointe Chicago condos puts a lifestyle of modern casual living right at your family's fingertips. From single to several, the Burnham Pointe Chicago condos have something for everyone, whether they like partying all night, having a quiet drink with ...