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If you're feeling the World Cup blues, you're not alone. Many of us will miss the camaraderie and sense of community that has brought everyone together over the past six weeks. As the World Cup comes to a...
There's one shopping event that everyone looks forward to every year—the annual Andersonville Summer Sidewalk Sale. The wait is almost over because it's happening next week! Mark your calendars for Jul...
Riot Fest is back at Douglass Park this September with an all-star lineup—and organizers just announced another extra special guest. Iconic Canadian actor William Shatner is joining the 2026 festival l...
The Shedd Aquarium made national headlines earlier this year following the birth of an ultra-rare warty frogfish. Now, after months of anticipation, the aquatic critter is on view to the public. Here...
Chicago is under an air quality alert Thursday amidst dangerously elevated air pollution due to Canadian wildfire smoke infiltrating the region. Here's a look at the data, safety information, and when...
It's that time of year again when River North completely shuts down, but for a great reason— the ultimate foodie festival is back! The Taste of River North returns this weekend, offering Chicagoans the...
If you’re planning to take the L this weekend, you should plan ahead and allow extra travel time. The CTA has announced that three Loop stations will be temporarily closed for the State/Lake reconstructio...
It's currently sho-time at Portillo’s, as two Chicago favorites are colliding! Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga is stepping off the mound (just for today) and stopping by Portillo’s on Thursday, July 16. With t...
After leaving FC Barcelona, Robert Lewandowski has begun the next phase of his career with MLS club Chicago Fire, having officially arrived in Chicago earlier this week https://www.instagram.com/p/DaL...
You may have heard recently that the infamous "Tornado Alley" of the United States has moved—and parts of Illinois may fall within the new region of impact. It's all thanks to recently released data fr...