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Many Chicagoans choose to sunbathe, exercise, and swim off the concrete steps lining parts of the city's shoreline, even though traditional sandy beaches are nearby. These large, tiered concrete struct...
Chicagoans are one step closer to enjoying a Buc-ee's, as the beloved travel center is set to open in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, and construction is nearly ready to begin. The massive Buc-ee's officially br...
An award-winning Chicago steakhouse is reopening to the public this July after a months-long hiatus—and reservations are now open! Here's everything to know. Prime & Privisions 2026 comeback ...
Looking to make good on your 2026 reading goals? You can get all the material you need for no cost, at this new free bookstore opening this weekend in Chicago. Here are all the deets. Books4Caus...
The highly anticipated Square Roots Festival is returning to Lincoln Square this weekend, transforming the neighborhood into a hub with live music featuring an array of talented Chicago artists, local cuis...
Chicago's longest-running music festival is officially entering a new era. The historic Ravinia Music Festival will unveil its newly renovated center pavilion this weekend. Here's an inside look at the...
When you live in a city, everyone deserves a spa day once in a while. Whether you’ve had a stressful week, are planning a special date night, or want to treat yourself to a peaceful birthday celebration,...
Chicago's Shedd Aquarium is getting ready to welcome a crop of new aquatic residents—10 beluga whales. Shedd selected for international beluga whale rescue Photo/Shedd Aquarium The rehoming is pa...
As we step into July, our TikTok and Instagram feeds are filled with videos of New York influencers descending on the famed Hamptons for their weekend getaways. While we sometimes feel a pang of FOMO—n...
Chicago’s annual Windy City Smokeout festival returns to Chicago, bringing four days of top-notch country music, delicious barbecue, and incredible pop-ups to the United Center—here are the ones you don'...