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The rise and fall of the Genesis Convention Center in Gary, IN, and what comes after it on its downtown block

By July 1982, the Genesis Convention Center was open in downtown Gary, Indiana. The city's symphony played there that month, and seniors walked in for free. Before the year was out, Prince had played the arena. Over the next decades the building held Chicago Bulls exhibitions, two Miss USA pageants,...

Gary, IN · 6d

Q985

Illinois Music Venues Shift, Forge Closes While Salt Shed Expands

After nine years, Joliet's beloved rock club The Forge has closed its doors for good. Meanwhile, Chicago's Salt Shed is planning something massive across the street.

Illinois · 1d

chicagostarmedia.com

Chaka Khan, Anthony Anderson lead Soul Train Awards' return to Chicago

Chicago is about to get a little more soul. The BET Soul Train Awards are returning to the city where the legendary television franchise began, bringing one of Black music's most recognizable celebrations back to its original home for the first time. The ceremony will be taped Nov. 5 at...

fangirlish.com

Chicago Med Season 12, Episode 5 Preview: ‘Baptism by Fire’

Following the events of Chicago Med Season 12 Episode 4, taking the photos, promo, and synopsis as a starting point, let’s speculate about Chicago Med Season 12 Episode 5 ‘Baptism by Fire’!. In this episode, we’re ready to see more of Charles! His new patient will require...

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The Crusader Newspaper

Chicago kitchenettes, cozy or criminal by design

You would think that Blacks leaving the South during the First Wave of the Great Migration would have enough to worry about when they sought housing in Chicago’s Black Belt. However, according to a new deep dive into the formation of “kitchenettes” in the area, “new” Blacks had to be concerned about the so-called “Old Settlers,” who often disparaged their own community members.

Chicago, IL · 7d

everafterinthewoods.com

Skate Like It’s 1975 At This Retro Illinois Roller Rink Where Admission Still Costs Under $10

Free pizza slices on Wednesday nights. Add a skating session that costs less than most fast-food combo meals, and suddenly your weeknight plans look a lot more interesting. This Illinois roller rink still runs on pure old-school charm. The lights glow, the music jumps between new hits and throwback favorites, and skaters of every age share the same floor.

Summit, IL · 3d

insideradio.com

‘93.9 Lite FM’ Chicago To Kick Off 26th Year Of Christmas Music.

IHeartMedia AC “93.9 Lite FM” WLIT will launch its annual holiday music format Nov. 5 at 3pm, marking the station’s 26th consecutive year as Chicago’s Christmas music destination. The station will kick off the seasonal programming with a two-hour commercial-free broadcast live from the Griffin Museum...

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ABC 7 Chicago

KATSEYE concert at Chicago's United Center postponed due to illness

The sold-out KATSEYE concert at the United Center was postponed Thursday due to an illness of one of the group members.

Chicago, IL · 22h

WBEZ

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Landmark status sought for Lake View house tied to city's early preservation movement

An architect’s 19th century Lake View graystone — home base for his successful efforts to preserve Louis Sullivan’s architecture and legacy — is being considered for preliminary landmark status. The Commission on Chicago Landmarks will decide Thursday whether to recommend designating the residence and studio of...

chicagoagentmagazine.com

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Best Dressed: Jill Silverstein, Compass

Jill Silverstein, an entrepreneur born in Detroit, is known for her transparency, reachability and a driven work ethic; she establishes strong, long-lasting relationships with her clients. Her attention-to-detail complements her understanding of design and construction, providing a competitive edge to those she represents. Jill takes pride in her role as a fierce negotiator, constantly breaking records around the city. She ranks among the top 5 female agents in Chicago. Outside of real estate, she is an avid fashion fan, especially vintage finds.

Chicago, IL · 4d

Block Club Chicago

Nonstop Christmas Music Returns Thursday To 93.9 LITE FM

CHICAGO — For 26 years, Chicago radio station WLIT (93.9 LITE FM) has provided Chicago’s Christmas soundtrack, playing around-the-clock holiday music through the season. Over the last few years, the station has gotten into the holiday spirit extra early — playing yuletide bops, carols and classics hundreds of times through November and December.

Chicago Public Radio

Maybe it will happen today, one Chicago pessimist hopes. Thousands of fans do too.

It was March of 2025, and everything sucked. Finances had been tough for a few years for Chicago artist Phineas X. Jones, 53, and he was deeply troubled by the reelection of President Donald Trump. Even so, the times planted a seed for him. In spite of it all, Jones doodled some flowers and sunshine and happy little animals on his iPad, framing a monumental set of words: Maybe it will happen today.

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WBEZ

Meet the prolific graffiti artist whose work is all over Chicago’s Northwest Side

Editor’s note: This story first published in 2024. Street artist Joos is perhaps best known for works that resemble ribbons of dissolving color, or paint that’s been pressure washed and left blooms of pigment behind. “It’s like, is it a shadow? Is it a silhouette? What is it?...

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Artist Rashid Johnson has fame, fortune and the perfect trench. He’s also more vulnerable than ever.

It’s a little past 2 p.m. on a recent fall afternoon when Rashid Johnson emerges from the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, looking remarkably sanguine for a man only halfway through a whirlwind day. Johnson is in town from New York City for just 24 hours and has already...

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WGN News

Poet Luis J. Rodriguez honors journey from gang life to service award

Growing up in East Los Angeles, Luis J. Rodriguez joined a gang at 11, battled heroin addiction and spent time behind bars, but today he's one of the country's most celebrated poets.

Chicago, IL · 20h

Chicago Parents

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Celebrate Diwali 2026 in Chicagoland with this family guide

Diwali is one of India's biggest holidays that occurs each fall. Also known as the Festival of Lights, the five-day religious holiday focuses on hope and positivity. The main celebration will occur on Nov. 8 this year, and the five-day lineup goes from Nov. 6-Nov. 10, 2026. For families wondering...

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CBS Chicago

"Cars That Moved America" coming to Griffin Museum of Science and Industry

The technological evolution of the automobile has been the subject of some kind of exhibition at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry going back more or less forever, but next year, a new approach to the subject with a new collection is coming.