The city of Chicago is known for many things. It is known as The Windy City more for its politics than for its weather. It is well known as the home for many of the works of architect Frank Lloyd Wright. It is the home of the Merchandise Mart which is the only building in Chicago (and maybe the country) that has its own zip code (60654).
Skunks usually nest in burrows constructed by other animals, but they also live in hollow logs or even abandoned buildings. In colder climates, some skunks may sleep in these nests for several weeks of the chilliest season.
Basically, what you are doing is making the skunkâs den unappealing to the skunk and they will readily move to more a more friendly home. I f convincing your family of skunks seems too drastic a move, let the family stay until the babies are old enough to take off on their own.