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Top 10 Reasons Why People From Illinois Are Grumpy

Earlier we published this Top 10 list, which extolled the virtues of Illinoisans as a resilient lot. As it turned out, not everyone shared our optimism, least of all our many Facebook friends. This Top 10 is dedicated to the not-so-optimistic commenters who sounded off on our previous list.

RebootIllinois 10 years ago

Theme Songs Of The Illinois Primary Election Season

Ever think election season would be more palatable with a soundtrack? Well, Illinois, here you go--all the songs we were reminded of during the primary election season. Go ahead, sing along.

RebootIllinois 10 years ago

10 Differences That Perfectly Encapsulate The Differences In Upstate Vs. Downstate Illinoisians

There’s always been something of a rivalry between downstate Illinois and Chicago. It gets serious when politicians are talking about things like distributing tax dollars for school funding and public construction projects. Mostly, though, it’s a funny battle of dueling stereotypes. It’s in the spirit of the latter that we bring you the Top 10 different perspectives of Chicagoans and downstate Illinoisans. Once more, for emphasis: It’s a funny battle of dueling stereotypes. Enjoy!

RebootIllinois 10 years ago