According to a recent poll, 55% of Chicago residents say the Lake Michigan shorefront is Chicago’s most distinguishing feature. Lake Michigan is considered important by 94% of adults in the city and suburban Cook County, Illinois, with 59% saying it’s very or extremely important. Read the full story by Crain’s Chicago Business.
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