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Your Saturday is about to get even better! Two Chicago favorites are teaming up for an afternoon of delicious treats. Cafe Tola is popping up at The Goddess and Grocer in Fulton Market tomorrow, August...
In 2027, Chicago will introduce a new set of rules for electric bikes and scooters due to a rise in injuries and accidents. These regulations will specify who can use these vehicles, where they can be...
Calling all Chicago theatre kids! The Joffrey Ballet is opening its doors next month, giving local adolescent dancers the chance to earn a spot in the 2026 production of The Nutcracker. Think you o...
Hollywood Casino Joliet recently celebrated its first anniversary! If you haven't visited yet, it's located less than an hour from Chicago and makes for a perfect weekend getaway. The $185 million stat...
Even 30 years after her death, Selena Quintanilla remains a cultural icon. The artist transformed the music industry and became the first global superstar of Tejano music. Each year, fans come together to...
You'll want to stay up late and keep your eyes on the sky tonight—a near-total lunar eclipse will be visible over Chicago. But what exactly is a lunar eclipse and when is the best time to see it? He...
One of our favorite events is happening this weekend—and it's actually not a festival. Milwaukee Avenue will be completely car-free, transforming the street with sidewalk sales, live music, and more. "...
Are you ready to "Borahae"? Because we certainly are! BTS is finally back in Chicago, taking over Soldier Field for two spectacular shows this week. You might even get a sneak peek of the band, as RM,...
If you have a special occasion coming up this fall in Chicago and you were hoping to make a reservation at Bavette's, you might have to reconfigure your plans. The popular Windy City steakhouse is taki...
There's nothing like watching a Cubs game—especially with a beer in hand, of course. We mean, it is America's pastime sport. While beers at Wrigley seem to be getting more expensive, we don't mind head...