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Have you ever been on a boat at the Playpen, craving a sandwich, but the nearest shop is offshore? Or perhaps you've felt dehydrated, wishing you had a bottle of water? Or you've been sailing and felt a bit seasick, ho...
Have you ever wanted to swim in the ? Maybe most people would say no, but if you're one of the few who would say yes, keep reading! The Chicago River Swim is officially coming back in September after the City of Chica...
One thing about the Midwest? We know how to put on a festival! From blueberry fests to corn fests, there's so much happening just a drive away from Chicago. However, nothing truly beats the Illinois State Fair, and...
Lollapalooza has come and gone, and now all we can do is count down until Lollapalooza 2026. From iconic performances to sweet brand activations, there is so much we're already missing. To help ease the Lollapalooza han...
The panic surrounding the REAL ID has seemed to subside for now, likely because we’re now three months past the deadline. Many people without a REAL ID are probably using their passports for identification. Yet, now m...
The city of Chicago, though not directly mentioned, plays a significant role in F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel, The Great Gatsby, which celebrated its 100th anniversary this year. Why is this the case? Much of the...
It's official: a second store is set to open in Chicago. Although Kim Kardashian hasn't confirmed this herself, the news follows a viral TikTok showcasing a storefront adorned with the Skims logo at Oakbrook Mall. T...
If you love your wings slathered in BBQ sauce, sweet-and-spicy, wood-smoked, jerk, or honey chili, then you won't want to miss the ultimate wing fest coming to Chicago. Wingout is an all-out wing festival that brings...
Staying in a treehouse may not initially sound luxurious, but the treehouses at Starved Rock change that perception completely. Opened this year, Starved Rock Treehouses are situated on a 26-acre resort on the eastern...
Chicago undeniably has its charming qualities— is one of the best places to relax, there are restaurants on almost every corner, along with the in the world. Yet, many people choose not to live here. While expenses o...