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Former McGee’s Tavern Site at 950 W. Webster Could Become Five-Story Apartment Building

A familiar stretch of Webster Avenue near DePaul University could be getting a substantial makeover. A five-story mixed-use development is proposed for 950 W. Webster Avenue, the longtime home of McGee’s Tavern & Grille, and neighbors will have a chance to weigh in at a public meeting on Thursday, November 5, 2026.

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Chicago's Real Food Story Starts With Italian Beef, Not Tourist Pizza

Walk into any neighborhood spot in Chicago and you'll find Italian beef sandwiches flying off the counter. It's the sandwich locals crave year-round, unlike deep-dish pizza which most residents enjoy just a couple times annually.

Chicago, IL · 7d

WGN Radio

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Steve Bertrand on Books: Louise Penny

Louise Penny was once told that no one (Americans) would want to read a crime series set in Canada. Lucky for us, that didn’t dissuade her. She’s now written more than 20 Three Pines books following Armand Gamache and his quirky neighbors in the village of Three Pines, just outside Montreal and near the border […]

Chicago, IL · 2d

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Black Harvest Curator Reports Her Largest Submission Pool Since Taking Over in 2022

Gene Siskel Film Center — Black Harvest Festival Screening Venue. The 32nd Black Harvest Film Festival runs November 6–15 at the Gene Siskel Film Center. Its program features more than 75 films from 18 countries, including 60 Chicago premieres, nine features and 10 short-film programs, according to Reel Chicago. Chicago Reader reports that more than 50 filmmakers are expected to attend.

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Review: City Lit’s ‘King Hedley II’ puts August Wilson on a small stage, and audiences are better for it

Seeing an August Wilson play on a small stage is always a unique experience. But the intimacy of City Lit Theatre, located on the second floor of an Edgewater church, makes the intensity of gritty drama “King Hedley II” feel especially immersive. This production is directed by Manny...

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Chicago's Barrel-Aged Beer Bash Returns With 250-Plus Pours at Credit Union 1 Arena

Chicago's biggest barrel-aged beer bash is back for its 24th year, bringing two tasting sessions and an awards ceremony to the Near West Side on November 13 and 14. The Festival of Wood & Barrel-Aged Beer, known to regulars as FoBAB, takes over Credit Union 1 Arena with a lineup built around rare and experimental pours that showcase brewing craftsmanship and innovation, according to a WGN-TV report.

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The Emerald Cup Owners Building Full Kiosk at Church in Beverly

The Shops at Church 103 is getting another tenant early next year. The team at The Emerald Cup are getting ready to introduce their new kiosk at the building, 2501 W 103rd Street. This will be a permanent location serving many of the same coffees regular visitors of the cart have come to expect. Co-owner Katie McEnery told What Now Chicago the coffee cart is open at the church through the holidays, but she and Kelly Devine are hoping to get the kiosk fully open by March.

Chicago, IL · 2d

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Chicago Fire (2016 TV Series) 43 min Action Drama Firefighter Procedural After a fatal house fire on Garnet Avenue, Firehouse 51 struggles with the emotional aftermath as Lieutenant Matthew Casey becomes convi #FavMovieClip

Chicago, IL · 2d

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Drive Across Illinois Just To Try The Gloriously Overstuffed Sandwiches At This Legendary Deli

There are places you eat at, and then there are places you make a pilgrimage to, and Kaufman’s Bagel & Delicatessen in Skokie, Illinois, falls firmly and unapologetically into the second category. Pack a bag if you have to. The drive is worth it. When you arrive at Kaufman’s,...

Skokie, IL · 5d

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Stage Buzz: Alice Cooper, H09909, Sombr

Is bringing their eclectic fusion of hip hop, industrial, punk, and metal to Reggie’s Rock Club this week in support of their latest album, Tomorrow We Escape. Joining them are special guests N8NOFACE and Slay Squad. The chaotic duo lands in Chicago on Wednesday, November 4. You can still get tickets here. And if you missed it, check out our recent interview with Ho99o9 here.

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Illinois Isn’t A Seafood State, Yet These 9 Spots Serve Fish Worth The Drive

Illinois sits about a thousand miles from the nearest ocean, so great seafood is not the first thing most folks expect here. But every so often you pull into a plain little lot, smell something frying or smoking, and realize you have found a place you will be thinking about for weeks.

Illinois · 4d

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Chicago's Real Signature Sandwich Drips With Au Jus & Local Pride

Italian beef sandwiches are what Chicagoans actually eat all the time, not the deep-dish pizza tourists think defines the city.

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The Crusader Newspaper

Gene Siskel Announces the 32nd Annual Black Harvest Film Festival

Gene Siskel Film Center of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago announces the full lineup for the 32nd Annual Black Harvest Film Festival, Chicago’s annual showcase for Black cinema from across the Diaspora. The Fest features more than 75 films, including 60 Chicago premieres, nine feature films and 10 shorts programs from 18 countries.

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Chicago’s Pickled Prince passionately pickles to perfection

Spicy pickled perfection is how Brian Greene, founder of Pickled Prince, would describe his pickle business. Although he offers products from across the heat spectrum, Greene said, he has a spicy attitude about everything he makes. Greene and his fiancee Alex Skrzypczyk came up with the concept to sell different...

Chicago, IL · 4d

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Two-thirds of 2026 Taste of Chicago food vendors were flagged with health code violations

Overflowing garbage. Backed-up sinks. Food prepped in bushes. More than 800 pounds of food tossed due to improper temperatures. These are just a few examples of food safety problems city inspectors documented during one hot weekend in July when one of the city’s largest culinary events, Taste of Chicago, took place in Grant Park.

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Balkan Bakery revises outdoor patio area

If you’re looking for an inexpensive yet unique breakfast, Balkan Bakery is the place for you. It is located at 541 S. La Grange Road, La Grange, right on the road, making it a part of the vast food market in the downtown area. It offers diverse, authentic Balkan cuisine, focusing mainly on its pastries and treats while also offering coffee and various sandwiches.

La Grange, IL · 5d

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I’ve Tried 15+ Matcha Spots in Chicago. Here Are My Top Five

This article is written by a student writer from the Spoon University at Northwestern chapter and does not reflect the views of Spoon University. Matcha has skyrocketed in popularity over the past year for plenty of reasons: its earthy taste, clean aesthetic, health benefits, reputation as a coffee alternative… or maybe just for being performative? Whatever the reason may be, it’s clear that matcha has earned its place in today’s cafes, especially with specialty matcha spots popping up all over Chicago.

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Ion Vein Unleashes 'Beyond Tomorrow 2025' in a Triumphant Return

The Chicago metal titans revisit their roots with a re-recording of a fan favorite, setting the stage for their 25th-anniversary celebration. In a thunderous announcement that resonates through the metal underground, Chicago's progressive power metal stalwarts, Ion Vein, are set to release their electrifying new single, 'Beyond Tomorrow 2025.' This track serves as a prelude to their upcoming 'Beyond Tomorrow – 25th Anniversary Edition' album, slated for release on November 20, 2026, via Majesphere Records, thrusting into the spotlight the very song that anchored their debut album and encapsulated their thematic essence.

Chicago, IL · 4d

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