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Avant-Garde & Creative Music in Chicago: November 8–15, 2026

Sunday, November 8 | 3:30PM · First Presbyterian Church of Chicago 6400 S Kimbark 773.363.0505. Now Is. Sunday, November 8 | 8:30PM · Constellation 3111 N Western. Now Is. Monday, November 9 | 8:00PM · Beat Kitchen 2100 W Belmont 773.281.4444. Now Is. The Bridge. Tuesday, November...

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Chick-fil-A Is Testing 4 New Sandwiches in These 3 Cities — Including a Classic Breakfast Sandwich with a Twist

Chick-fil-A is testing four new waffle sandwiches in Tampa, Fla., Chicago and Raleigh, N.C. starting on Nov. 16

Raleigh, NC · 1h

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Most Illinois Families Don’t Know Garfield Park Conservatory Stays Warm, Green And Free All Winter

A 65-foot glass ceiling in Illinois keeps palm trees happy while snow piles up outside. Yes, palms. More than 70 of them grow in one enormous room on the West Side of the state’s biggest city. The building opened in 1908, and its outline was shaped to echo a...

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Play Preview: Glenbard West puts on Les Misérables!

This fall, the Glenbard West Theatre Department has been working diligently to get the musical, Les Mis, up and running. With music in the pit played by West’s band and orchestra, many students have been collaborating to make the musical a true success. Set during the French Revolution, Les...

Glen Ellyn, IL · 3d

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19 Everyday Illinois Dog Routines That Change Between Chicago And Farm Country

Illinois is one state, but a dog’s day can look very different from place to place. A pup in a Chicago apartment and a pup on a central Illinois farm follow two separate rhythms. Knowing those differences helps you keep your dog safe, happy, and well-behaved wherever you live....

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Local vendors bring holiday cheer to Shepard High Schol

Holiday shopping came with a local touch Nov. 7 when Shepherd High School hosted its annual vendor market in Palos Heights. The market gave shoppers a chance to browse a variety of items from local vendors, including handmade jewelry, woodwork, artwork, baked goods and holiday gifts. There were plenty of options for those looking to cross a few names off their Christmas lists or find something a little different from the usual store-bought gifts.

Palos Heights, IL · 2d

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Jewell’s Jems: Chicago Fit 4 Life makes chair exercise fun by combining it with some classic Motown music

Siddiqu Muhammad of Chicago Fit 4 Life dropped by Sunday's WGN Weekend Morning News with some friends to demonstrate his Motown with chair exercises workout for this week's episode of Jewell's Jems with Jewell Hillery.

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Weekend Break: The Goddess & Grocer

CHICAGO — Looking for some exotic flavors to spice up your weekend? A locally owned cafe and food market with a globally inspired menu could offer the perfect escape. The Goddess and Grocer is a Chicago-based specialty food market that blends a neighborhood café with a curated marketplace. The Goddess and Grocer has three locations […]

Chicago, IL · 2d

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Kobe and Harley looking for forever homes with Cavalier Rescue USA

"Kobe" and "Harley" were left behind by their previous owner at a hotel room. Now, the duo is looking for their forever family.

Chicago, IL · 4h

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Pick Any Cupcake You Want At This Entirely Gluten-Free Bakery In Chicago, Illinois

Some of the best bakery stops in Illinois hide behind a plain front door you could walk past a hundred times. I went in expecting a polite little snack, the kind you eat and forget. Instead I found a glass case so packed with cupcakes, cake pops, and frosted bars...

Chicago, IL · 21h

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Chicago Bakeries Knew Apple Pie Needed More Corners

Chicago-style bakery apple slices take everything comforting about apple pie and reshape it into generous squares made for sharing. Instead of a traditional round pie with only a few coveted edge pieces, this Midwestern favorite spreads tender apple filling between broad pastry layers and finishes the top with a sweet glaze. The result delivers soft cinnamon-spiced fruit, flaky crust, and sugary icing in nearly every bite. It feels nostalgic even if you did not grow up visiting a Chicago neighborhood bakery because the combination resembles the sort of dessert that might have appeared at a family gathering decades ago. The rectangular format also makes the treat practical: it can be cut into tidy portions, packed for an event, or served straight from the pan without worrying about perfect pie wedges. Familiar apple flavor remains at the center, but the bakery-style presentation gives it a personality all its own.

Chicago, IL · 5d

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Community fundraiser supports Chicago homeless outreach

An evening of stand-up comedy is helping to provide a bit of warmth to Chicagoans who are experiencing homelessness.

Chicago, IL · 2d

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UChicago Hires First Banned Books Scholar As Challenges Hit Near-Record High

Dulcey Hunter spent more than two decades teaching middle and high school students in Florida before trading the classroom for a research post at one of the country's most prominent universities. This fall, she became the University of Chicago's first Banned Books Postdoctoral Scholar, a newly created role dedicated to studying how book bans affect the people living through them.

Chicago, IL · 1d

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The Tangy Dipping Sauce You'll Find At The Best Chicken Shops In Chicago

Chicago may be famous for pizza and hot dogs, but residents also love a sweet, tangy dipping sauce on their chicken. Learn about this Windy City favorite.

Chicago, IL · 23h

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Anne and Mark Burnell: Cabaret and Jazz performers Let it Snow

Chicago jazz and cabaret favorites Mark and Ann Burnell joined Steve Dale in the WGN Skyline Studios to discuss their upbeat new holiday single, Let It Snow, a fresh jazz-inspired take on the classic song featuring Grammy-winning violinist Zach Brock of Snarky Puppy. The duo shared how they recorded the track at Chicago’s Sound Mind […]

Chicago, IL · 20h

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Rosemont's Chicago Toy & Game Fair Wraps Sunday With Holiday Gift Picks Galore

Parents scrambling for holiday gift ideas had one more shot this weekend in Rosemont, where the Chicago Toy & Game Fair ran through 5 p.m. Sunday at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. The fair gave families a chance to test out toys and games in person before committing to a holiday list.

Rosemont, IL · 23h

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Supima Reveals Talia Bourne as Winner of the 2026 Supima Design Competition

Talia Bourne of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago won the 2026 Supima Design Competition during the second annual Supima Design Lab, held Thursday night at Lavan Studios in New York City. AI, Cooperation, Space Among Next Frontiers for Fashion and Sustainability The competition was sponsored by Supima, the nonprofit dedicated to promoting American-grown Pima cotton worldwide. Hosted by Nigel Barker, the photographer and filmmaker, the evening brought together emerging and established global design talent. Bourne takes home a $10,000 prize for her collection exploring the concept of entanglement. Inspired by the lifestyle of knots as they unravel, the collection showcased the transformation of each piece through the manipulation of fabric over time. “I am in shock by my win for the Supima 2026 Competition,” said Bourne. “I never thought my art could reach this many people, and I am so happy it can be shared and enjoyed by more than myself! My experience with Supima has been the highlight of my career thus far; being able to work with industry professionals and learning from people with talents and skills that I wouldn’t have met otherwise, I’ll never forget this experience,” said the 23-year-old graduate of the School

New York, NY · 2d

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Weekend Break: Jennifer Rizzo Design Company in Lisle

LISLE, Ill. (WGN) — It’s almost time to deck the halls and when it comes to holiday gifts and decor, Jennifer Rizzo Design Company proves you can do it without breaking the bank. Rizzo’s shop has local items to buy, but also offers workshops where people can create their own pieces. “We did everything from […]

Lisle, IL · 1d

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Chicago DJ Nosike Brings Afrobeats-Hip-Hop Blend to Ye Tour After-Party in Arlington

Ye is scheduled to bring his 2026 stadium tour to AT&T Stadium in Arlington on Saturday. Chicago-born DJ and producer Nosike, who joined the tour’s production and entertainment team in September, is set to serve as an official DJ for the after-party following the concert, not as a performer in the stadium lineup. Nosike, who describes her sound as a blend of Afrobeats, hip-hop and deep house, has been riding a run of high-profile bookings that includes Lollapalooza in July 2026 and a Nike Shox campaign with Foot Locker in November 2025.

Arlington, TX · 2d

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Wisconsin Claims Two Spots In Top Fifty-five Foodie Cities In US

Madison and Milwaukee both cracked the top 55 foodie cities in America, with Milwaukee coming in ahead of Chicago by one spot.

Wisconsin · 2d