Chicago certainly has a reputation for its bitter cold winters, but that doesn’t mean you should spend the next three months hibernating. We rounded up 28 of our favorite things to do in Chicago this winter. Work your way through our list, and spring will be here before you know it! Explore world-class museums 1. The Art […]
Chicago’s annual overnight street parking ban starts today, December 1. Whether or not there’s snow, parking is banned from 3 to 7 a.m. from Dec. 1 to March 31 on more than 100 miles of main streets where permanent no-parking signs are posted. Look for these signs. On some side streets, there’s a separate overnight […]
Winter threatens your vehicle with ice, salt, and slush. Since you can’t control the weather, take these steps to care for your car in the winter. Winter car care you can do yourself Use Antifreeze Use pre-mixed antifreeze solution for both windshield fluid and cooling system. Prevent rust Keep your car rust-free. Ask for wax next time you’re at the […]
Stowing a winter emergency kit in your car is one of the most important steps you can take for driving safely in winter. Whether you drive through the country every day or live in a city, an emergency kit could be the difference between life or death – or at least comfort versus discomfort. Winter car emergency kits […]
Winter Storm Jonas was the heaviest snowstorm on record in six locations, including three airports – JFK, LGA, and BWI. People in the northeast had to leave their cars parked on the street. How many people? Washington, D.C. gave a whopping $1.3 million in parking fines. The idea of digging out your car may seem overwhelming or you might concerned […]
Chicago’s winter overnight parking ban starts on December 1. If you’re wondering how it could affect you this winter, here’s what you need to know: How long does the winter parking ban last? Parking is banned from 3 a.m. to 7 a.m. from December 1st to April 1st, regardless of snow. The ban affects […]
Searching for parking in Chicago? This ultimate parking guide will tell you everything you need to know. The Windy City has no shortage of things to do around town. But in a busy city like Chicago, the last thing you want to worry about is parking. The good news is that SpotHero is here […]
Overnight Street Parking Ban Winter is about to hit in Chicago, and we all know how hard it could be to find parking, let alone legal parking. The City of Chicago mandates an overnight parking ban from December 1st to April 1st across the city between the hours of 3:00 am and 7:00 am. The major roads this […]