Using a Tow Truck to Make a Car Fly

Using a Tow Truck to Make a Car Fly.Even before Roswell introduced the world to the term flying saucers, we were told our future would be one where flying cars whisked us around town. When "The Jetsons" premiered in 1962 nobody was surprised that George Jetson's commute to his office did not involve roads. Despite the predictions and phantasies, our vehicles have remained on the ground. A 21-...
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Insurance for Hyundai and Kia vehicles

Insurance for Hyundai and Kia vehicles.Despite the soaring number of thefts of Hyundai and Kia models, we still offer Insurance for those vehicles. In Chicago, there were over 7,000 thefts of Hyundai and Kia vehicles in 2022, according to data from the IllinoisSecretary of State, reported by CBS Chicago. The thefts account for 10% of all registered Kias and 7% of all registeredHyundais in...
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Holiday Season Hours

____________________________________________________________________________________ Urban Insurance would like to wish you and your family a happy, healthy Holiday Season.May 2023 be a year filled with peace, joy, where your hopes and dreams are fulfilled. Please note that our holiday office hours will be:ChristmasDecember 23rd Closing at 3:00pmClosed December 24th, 25th & 26t...
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Beaubien Family and Chicago History

The Beaubien family and Chicago HistoryLike most long-time Chicagoans I know the names of many streets, schools and parks; but seldom are we aware of the people and events from which the names derive. Chicago history is built layer by layer, comprised of countless stories over hundreds of years. Some of the most well-known are accounts are of tales of the rich, powerful and famous; but the compl...
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Overnight Winter Parking Ban in Chicago.

Chicagoans know to be on the lookout for signs stating No Parking when snow is over 2”but many drivers miss the signs declaring the Overnight Winter Parking Ban in Chicago.  The department of Streets and Sanitation, who are tasked with keeping our streets clear, posted this notice reminding residents of the new law. Since most Chicagoans are not fortunate enough of having a garage, or ...
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Limousine, Medicar, and Public Transportation Insurance

Need PT or MC Plates?Let us save you money on your Limousine, Medicar, and Public Transportation Insurance. The license plates for Public Transportation need to be renewed by each year at the end of June; whereas the license plates for Limousines end December 30th.We offer free quotes for Limousine, Medicar, NEMT, and Public Transportation Insurance.  Urban Insurance Agency ha...
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Why is gas so expensive in Chicago?

America has largely achieved the right to claim energy independence, since our energy exports have surpassed net imports; so why is gas so expensive in Chicago?Yes, that is a "7" in the picture, we have gotten to a point where Chicago stations are charging $7.29 for a gallon of gas; granted, few people use that grade of fuel, but even Regular is $6.59. At that rate a delivery van will use  $100 ...
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BBB Complaint Free Car Insurance Award!

BBB Complaint Free Car Insurance AwardUrban Insurance Agency proud to announce that we received a 2021 Better Business Bureau® Complaint Free Car Insurance Award.Founded in 1912, the Better Business Bureau® (BBB) is a private, nonprofit association dedicated promoting consumer confidence. They carry out their mission by providing the infostructure for people to file a written complaint against...
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Carjacking Skyrockets in Chicago

Carjacking Skyrockets in ChicagoAs Carjacking Skyrockets in Chicago fear spreads to areas that are often thought of as safe havens. Chicago is not alone, cities all across the United States are witnessing record increases in auto thefts and carjackings in recent years. Thissudden rise is in contrast to over nearly 20 years of declining numbers. While both carjackings, and the more common th...
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Electronic Automobile Insurance Verification Program

New Insurance Law: The Electronic Automobile Insurance Verification Program is in effect.The Illinois Secretary of State, Jesse White, is launching a new program called the "Electronic Automobile Insurance Verification Program," in an effort to crack down on uninsured motorists.Insurance has been mandatory in Illinois since Jan. 1, 1990, but there has always been a percentage of car-owners who...
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