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CTA Santa Holiday Train Schedule in the Loop Chicago

Posted on December 5, 2008 by chiweekendfun

The CTA Holiday train is a festive decorated train that has a Santa Claus in fill regalia on a flat bed car in the middle of the train amidst lots of lights and decorations. The CTA Holiday Train runs from November 23rd … Continue reading →

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Chicago’s Privatized Parking Meters – More tickets, higher rates?

Posted on December 2, 2008 by chiweekendfun

I just read that the City of Chicago received a winning bid to hand over the management of the 35,000 parking meters to a private company from the department of revenue in Chicago. The new (privatization of) parking meter prices will likely have … Continue reading →

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How to Drive in Snow and Ice Chicago Style – Winter Driving Saftey Tips

Posted on December 1, 2008 by chiweekendfun

Since winter started this weekend with a blanket of snow I thought I would offer some top driving tips for how to drive in the snow and ice, in blizzards and generally Chicago style in the winter so you get where … Continue reading →

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