Illinois Tourism

State Tourism Office Makes Push For LGBT Visitors

Posted 02.15.2012

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The same week that a group of state lawmakers introduced legislation that would bring marriage equality to Illinois, the state's tourism office introd...

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HuffPost Tourist Guide: 24 hours ... in Ottawa, Ill.?

David Murray | Posted 05.25.2011

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David Murray

After 24 hours, we pretty much did everything there is for a family to do in Ottawa, Ill. And that's not a bad thing.

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State Historic Sites Closed By Blagojevich Reopening Next Week: Quinn

Associated Press | Posted 05.25.2011

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CHICAGO (AP) -- Gov. Pat Quinn says historic sites shuttered by former Gov. Rod Blagojevich are reopening next week. Illinois Historic Preservation A...

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Illinois' Lincoln Legacy Hampered By Budget Cuts

Posted 05.25.2011

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In the face of soaring budget deficits, Illinois is reducing access to some of its most celebrated Abraham Lincoln sites. These cuts could be devast...

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Illinois Tourism Counting On Big Obama Boost

AP | CARLA K. JOHNSON | Posted 05.25.2011

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CHICAGO — Chicago's tourism Web site beckons visitors to "experience the city the Obamas enjoy." The Illinois Bureau of Tourism plans to launch ...

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