From the southwest suburbs of Chicago ...
The magic of old-style low-power stations in Illinois is the heart of my 88.1 log. It starts with WLTL La Grange, some 10 miles northwest of me, and the 180 watts of Lyons Township High's award-winning station. Next is WLRA Lockport, 140 watts from Lewis University (though they would crank up the power once upon a time until the FCC got wind of it). Then three 10-watters over the years: WUIC (believed RIP) from Illinois-Chicago on the city's near west side, WETN Wheaton, and WSSD (RIP) Chicago. Finally, two more recent catches: WTZI Rosemont (300 watts) and WBMF Crete (90 watts).