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The is taking a break in 2026—but racing fans in Chicago will have another high-energy event to enjoy come next summer. The NASCAR Cup Series is returning to the Chicagoland Speedway in suburban Joliet over July fourt...
One thing about Illinois is that it exudes Midwest charm. Everyone who visits is immediately met with kindness (hopefully) and usually a welcoming atmosphere. With various small towns across the state, a common questi...
City officials and state leaders broke ground on the $1.3 billion Concourse D at O'Hare International Airport on Monday, August 18. The new concourse represents the first element of ORDNext, the current phase of the br...
Although we haven't hit Labor Day Weekend yet, one thing is already on everyone's mind—Halloween. As the holiday approaches, we start thinking of all the ways to enjoy in October, such as corn mazes, haunted houses, and...
Chicago has seen its fair share of wacky costume contests in recent months, from a , to a recent "performative male" contest. Now, a mysterious group of organizers have revealed a new laugh-inducing, looks-based battle...
This September, Sushi-san in Lincoln Park will host a unique pop-up series called Tokyo Last Call: Season II. The restaurant will transform its lower-level "Dojo" space into a listening bar. Every weekend, a guest bar...
If the Savannah Bananas have been taking over your social media feed, you’re not alone! Dubbed the “Greatest Show in Sports,” Banana Ball has captured the attention of fans everywhere, and now they're heading to Chicago...
There are a few places where one can truly scream. Because sometimes, we need to release our built-up emotions, but living in a city with over 2 million people makes public screaming generally frowned upon. However, th...
Make sure to cover your ears this weekend because the is returning to the lakefront! The sky will be filled with the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds moving at incredible speeds, and spectators will flock to every beach alo...
Most people already know that Chicago has its own picturesque summer destination often referred to as "." However, on the other side of Lake Michigan lies an idyllic peninsula, yet it has remained largely unnoticed by t...