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Nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan and the Kalamazoo River is your prime summer escape from Chicago—Saugatuck, Michigan. Surrounded by golden rolling dunes to the west and lush farmland...
Did you know that the original Dairy Queen was founded in Illinois? According to WGN, the Dairy Queen that holds the title of the world's first location is set to be revitalized and transformed into a...
The Chicago Cubs 2016 World Series win marked a watershed moment in professional baseball—now the team is commemorating the historic victory with a permanent addition to Wrigley Field. The Cubs announc...
If you haven't been watching the World Cup, you are missing out entirely—especially when there are free drinks on the line. With nearly all FIFA World Cup 2026 weekday matches taking place during U.S....
It's a sad day for the Viagra Triangle: Lou Malnati's, the iconic flagship restaurant known for its delicious pizza, will be closing its doors permanently after 15 years. The beloved Gold Coast locatio...
Have you ever wanted to step back in time? Imagine being surrounded by performers on stilts, musicians playing the hurdy-gurdy, and actors dressed in full medieval costumes. If this sounds fun to you, you...
Chicago's oldest continually-running jazz club is ringing in its 40th anniversary under the current ownership—and bringing back late night jazz to celebrate. Starting this month, you can catch a show a...
The North Shore will be filled with music this weekend as the Winnetka Music Festival takes over downtown Winnetka! Now in its 10th year, the Winnetka Music Festival aims to bring high-quality city mus...
Mark your calendars for Railroad Days, a celebration hosted by the Western DuPage Chamber of Commerce, taking place in the City of West Chicago this weekend. The best part? It's completely free. From T...
The FIFA World Cup 2026 has officially kicked off. While Chicago may not be a host city for any of the matches, there are still numerous ways to enjoy the tournament. From large watch parties featuring a...