Who can come up with the best name for the six snow plows? The city of Chicago wants to know! The city’s Department of Streets and Sanitation has launched a contest to name each of the snowplows in the six districts....
As the severe winter storm hits Chicago, we’re providing everything you need to know to prepare for the frigid conditions. Winter Storm Elliott– named by The Weather Channel, a possible ‘bomb cyclone’ is bringing freezi...
With an unprecident storm on the horizon, we here at Secret Chicago hope you stay safe, and warm during this winter storm. With expected high winds and heavy snowfall, schools, local shops, and yes even the Christkindlm...
This season’s flavor of choice? Red velvet of course! Magnolia Bakery on State Street is a sight to behold, beckoning customers in with a series of delicious treats. Tourists and locals alike travel from all over to try...
A popular Gold Coast restaurant is set on expanding its Chicago locations with plans to install a one-of-a-kind in a prime hotel. The expansion to this hotel isn’t far-fetched as the company already has Sushi by Bo...
Hanukkah officially started last night at sundown and to celebrate, Daley Plaza is hosting a menorah lighting ceremony to celebrate the season and the second night of the festival of lights! The city's annual Menorah...
A sprawling new casino has just been approved by Chicago City Council in a 39-5 vote earlier this week. The casino is moving forward with hopes to build a $1.74 billion Bally’s casino and resort. Even though the propose...
An iconic Christmas tree is back for the season and it’s so fabulous. Macy’s Walnut Room has become synonymous with the holidays over the years and for a good reason– the restaurant serves up holiday cheer on a platter,...
Many consider Michael Jordan the greatest basketball player of all time and it seems that the NBA agrees. The league recently announced its decision to rebrand its annual MVP award– now calling it The Michael Jordan Tro...
A beloved Chicago cheesecake staple is expanding to create a new center, and it will get a grant from the city. Located inside Dunning bakery's recently expanded production facility, Eli’s Cheesecake Company will use th...