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Even though July has almost come to an end, there is a reason to start getting excited about August, and no, it's not Lollapalooza— it's an event featuring thousands of yellow rubber ducks. Every year, the Chicago Duc...
Metra riders could soon have a new place to relax during their daily commute—the transit organization is considering bringing back its iconic bar cars after nearly 20 years. A brief history Wait, wait—Metra trains used...
Fresh pasta has a distinct quality that becomes apparent the moment you take a bite. It has a tender and delicate texture while still being al dente. Jill Gray and Dario Monni of Tortello take great pride in this craft...
There's a reason why can be so enchanting; they exude the allure of a Hallmark movie, where anything can happen as you stroll down the quaint main street. Recently, named the best small town in all of Illinois; ho...
Smoking has long been a problem on , but city leaders are cracking down on the issue once and for all. Mayor Brandon Johnson signed the "Safe And Smoke-Free Public Transit" executive order on Tuesday, in an effort to a...
One thing about Gordon Ramsay is that he knows quality food. First, he operates more than 80 restaurants worldwide, including Gordon Ramsay Burger in River North and Ramsay's Kitchen, which recently opened in Napervill...
As fans of CAVA, we were excited to hear that the quick-service Mediterranean restaurant chain is opening its fifth location in Illinois. This Friday, CAVA will open its first restaurant in Streeterville, marking a sig...
2025 has been a year of historic highs at O'Hare. Chicago's largest airport just recorded the busiest day ever at security just weeks after setting the previous record. The Transportation Security Administration announ...
Every Chicagoan will likely recognize the name Frank Lloyd Wright, who is historically regarded as one of the most influential architects, profoundly impacting the city's architecture. During his time in the city, Wrig...
UPDATE: This event has been cancelled. With National Tequila Day approaching, you should only celebrate with the absolute best. Fortunately, there's an exclusive tequila tasting experience happening in Chicago that you...