Illinois is a state in the Midwestern United States. It is the 5th most populous and 25th most extensive state, and is often noted as a microcosm of the entire country. With Chicago in the northeast, small industrial cities and great agricultural productivity in central and northern Illinois, and natural resources like coal, timber, and petroleum in the south, Illinois has a diverse economic base and is a major transportation hub. The Port of Chicago connects the state to other global ports from the Great Lakes, via the Saint Lawrence Seaway, to the Atlantic Ocean; as well as the Great Lakes to the Mississippi River, via the Illinois River. For decades, O'Hare International Airport has been ranked as one of the world's busiest airports. Illinois has long had a reputation as a bellwether both in social and cultural terms and politics.
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Chicago, United States Of America
Known as Chitown or the Windy City, among other names, Chicago is one of the world's most progressive cities. Among the United States, this city holds the ... more
Peoria, United States Of America
There is more than one place called Peoria, including:
Schaumburg, United States Of America
Schaumburg is a northwestern suburb of Chicago, Illinois. It's known for the massive Woodfield Mall, with hundreds of shops and restaurants. Nearby, the ... more
Aurora, United States Of America
Aurora is the second most populous city in the State of Illinois, and the 112th largest city in the United States. The population was 199,932 at the 2012 census... more
Bloomington, United States Of America
There is more than one place called Bloomington:
