Amanda is a writer living in Chicago. She loves covering community events and new restaurant openings. When she's not working, you can find Amanda trying out local coffee shops.
Movie theaters have been a Chicago staple for 100+ years, with small movie houses populating neighborhoods as far back as the 1900s, and big, unique movie theaters coming to be nowadays. Take The New 400 Theater, which...
This Saturday, April 8th, head over to Ping Tom Memorial Park for one of Shedd Aquarium’s Action Days! The restorative community-based program is helping with litter cleanup this weekend at the beloved park. Ping...
Wrigleyville residents can try out the famous fast food chain starting tomorrow at the new Chick-Fil-A outpost. Local Chicago resident Nick Pulgine is in charge of the new space and has big plans to bring iconic chicke...
After the initial election in February, a few of the races (like the mayoral election!) are going into a runoff with voting happening today! As voters decide the winners in these key runoff races, we’ve rounded up some...
With hidden gems, interchangeable exhibits, and experimental art installations galore, The Exhibit House is taking up residence inside one of Chicago’s most historic structures: Water Tower Place. Located on the fourth...
Portillo’s has been a Chicago staple since 1963. As the popular hotdog chain brings in its 60th anniversary in the Windy City, Portillo’s is bringing back the original Dog House trailer. Yes, it’s the one th...
Big news for travelers: United Airlines and Archer Aviation recently announced its first commercial electric air taxi route in Chicago. Using this innovative aircraft, the partnership is aiming to “move the world&helli...
DISCLAIMER: This article was published for April Fool’s Day (April 1). We all know and love the St. Patrick’s Day tradition of dyeing the Chicago river green. Now, there’s a new kid on the block and it’s all&helli...
As thunderstorms and tornadoes threaten the area, Chicago can expect destructive winds up to 75 miles per hour, along with potentially damaging hail. So far, 100+ combined flights have been canceled at O’Hare and...
Imagine glancing up at an endless space above you, and in the forefront of your mind plays one of the most beloved albums by the legendary rock band Pink Floyd. You’ll get to experience that at the Adler Planetarium’s b...