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If you're looking for a way to spend the 4th of July this year, don't miss out on the "People Fourth" celebration at the newly opened Obama Presidential Center in Chicago. This large, free event promises...
The Chicago culinary community is set to receive two bold new additions this month—Asian fusion restaurant Muhājir and sister cocktail bar Bobo. Here's a sneak preview of each spot and everything to kn...
Flying in or out of O'Hare International Airport this weekend? Be prepared for extended wait times and large crowds. The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) has released projections ahead of America's...
Fireworks from Navy Pier are expected to illuminate the Chicago skyline on Saturday, July 4, as part of the nationwide celebrations for America’s 250th anniversary. If you plan to join the tens of thousan...
The highly anticipated Lakeside Festival at Crystal Lake is making its grand return this week, just in time for 4th of July celebrations. The historic Lakeside Festival returns this weekend The fami...
Commuters stepping off the train at the Southport CTA stop this summer can walk directly down the stairs and into a farmers market located beneath the elevated tracks. The Low-Line Market, operating in...
A new café on Webster Avenue is reimagining traditional iced teas by serving matcha straight from a slushie machine. Recently opening in Lincoln Park, Paper Tiger is already making waves with its signa...
As you probably know, Navy Pier hosts its incredible summer fireworks twice a week. However, for the 250th anniversary of the United States, they are going all out for this special occasion. To commem...
Just 15 minutes from downtown Chicago, the sounds of the city quickly fade into the calls of red-winged blackbirds. This free bird sanctuary is tucked away behind Uptown's harbor slips Tucked away b...
It's hot in Chicago. The Windy City is in the midst of its first major heatwave of summer 2026, as oppressive temperatures and elevated humidity descend upon the region. Here's how long the extreme...
