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A Local's Fall Bike Ride Through Chicago's Historic Bridgeport

Cooler weather often sends cyclists back to the road, and Bridgeport offers a compact route well suited to the season. In a guide published by the Chicago Sun-Times [1], reporter David Struett lays out a roughly 3.3-mile loop through one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods. The ride passes historic houses, skyline views and calm residential

Chicago, IL · 16h

Axios Chicago

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Alley cafes and plants in the Pedway: 3 ideas to transform Chicago's State Street

From more green space to interactive installations, three winning proposals reimagine what could make Chicago's State Street "that great street" once again. Why it matters: The plans could help breathe new life into a part of the Loop that was once a retail, cultural and social attraction. Driving the news: The Chicago Architectural Club, World Business Chicago and other civic organizations on Wednesday announced the winners of this year's Burnham Prize . Context: In April, the groups called for ideas for "The Future of State" — ways to make State Street a vibrant, inviting and modern urban center. Zoom in: The three winning projects take different approaches to best utilize what already exists along State Street, as well as what new infrastructure is needed. Thickness: From Corridor to Urban Field focuses on the spaces between the buildings. It would turn parking lots into green space, alleys and the Pedway into spots to meet and drink and build elevated walkways to move through the Loop. Unlocking State Street centers on the Chicago Federal Center block, a Mies van der Rohe-designed complex surrounded by Dearborn, Clark and Adams Streets and Jackson Boulevard. The plan would move the security barriers that exist around

Chicago, IL · 2d

loudhailermagazine.com

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Michelle Branch at House of Blues in Chicago, IL

Michelle Branch brings her Everywhere and Back Again Tour to a sold-out, very excited crowd at House of Blues in Chicago. Just when you thought the House of Blues was already full to capacity, you’d notice a steady stream of people still filtering in. This has to be the fullest we’ve ever seen the venue, as it was busting at the seams. It was so full, people were struggling to get in, with some people being stuck on the stairs, having to come to terms with the fact that they could not see the stage. Not that this seemed to bother them, as they looked excited just to be there. The loud buzz from the crowd reflected the anticipation in the music hall as they awaited Michelle Branch‘s performance.

Chicago, IL · 1d
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Trader Joe’s Uptown Store Opens Monday

UPTOWN — A Trader Joe’s is opening on the Far North Side sooner than expected. The popular grocery store chain is opening 9 a.m. Monday at 804 W. Montrose Ave. in Uptown, a company spokesperson said. Last month, the company said the store wouldn’t open until next year.

Chicago, IL · 1d
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This Nostalgic Illinois Diner Serves Chicago Deli Classics With A Side Of Old-School Charm

The house potatoes here get cooked in beef tallow. That one detail alone made me sit up and pay attention. Then there’s the homemade root beer, poured at a spot that also serves matzo ball soup, lox, and a Reuben with a name you won’t forget. Breakfast runs all day, so pancakes at dinnertime are completely fair game.

Chicago, IL · 1d

southportcorridorchicago.com

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Lincoln Park ZooLights Returns November 20 With More Than 3 Million Holiday Lights

Chicago’s holiday season is about to get a little brighter. ZooLights returns to Lincoln Park Zoo on Friday, November 20, 2026, bringing more than 3 million twinkling lights and hundreds of illuminated displays to one of the city’s favorite holiday traditions. Running through January 3, 2027, the annual...

Chicago, IL · 2d

WTTW - Chicago PBS

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While Sujan Sarkar Expands His Restaurant Empire, Sahil Sethi Keeps the Chicago Spots Up to Snuff

More than ten years ago, Sahil Sethi and Sujan Sarkar met in the kitchen of a Mediterranean restaurant in India. Many years, restaurants, cities, and awards later, they are still working together, with Sarkar expanding into a global presence based on the reputation of restaurants in Chicago that Sethi helps to oversee and maintain as culinary director.

Chicago, IL · 1d

Hyde Park Herald

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Ja’ Grill closes Harper Court restaurant after 11 years in Hyde Park

Ja’ Grill, the Jamaican restaurant and bar that has anchored Harper Court since 2014, closed last week after 19 years in business. The restaurant, located at 1510 E. Harper Court, announced the closure in an Instagram post Oct. 28 and stayed open during regular hours through its final week. When the Herald visited on closing night, the restaurant was jam-packed.

Chicago, IL · 1d

ABC 7 Chicago

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Frontier Airlines plane makes emergency landing at O'Hare airport for bathroom flooding, video shows

A plane had to make an emergency landing Wednesday at Chicago's O'Hare airport due to a very unusual issue.

Chicago, IL · 3d

unearththevoyage.com

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Hand-Rolled Bagels Still Get Boiled Before Dawn At New York Bagel & Bialy In Lincolnwood

Some of the best food in Illinois hides inside plain little strip malls you could drive past a hundred times. I almost did, until the smell of warm bread and a line spilling out the door made me pull over. What I found was a tiny counter shop where the...

Lincolnwood, IL · 1d

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Johnnie’s Beef In Elmwood Park Still Makes Locals Wait In Line For Italian Ice

Some of the best meals in Illinois hide behind plain little walls and hand-lettered signs you could drive past a hundred times. I almost did, until I noticed a line of people stretching out the door on a random weeknight. My stomach decided before my brain did, and I pulled...

Elmwood Park, IL · 1d

Chicago Parents

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Step into Cleopatra's world: Immersive exhibition makes Chicago debut

The last queen of ancient Egypt is coming to the suburbs. “Cleopatra, The Immersive Exhibition” opens Friday, Nov. 20, at EXP Rosemont, marking the show's North American premiere. Key takeaways. The bigger picture: Cleopatra, The Immersive Exhibition makes its North American debut at EXP Rosemont on Friday, Nov....

Chicago, IL · 1d

ABC 7 Chicago

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Nationwide ground stop causes widespread flight disruptions at Chicago's O'Hare, Midway airports

Hundreds of flights were canceled at Chicago's airports Friday and many more were delayed after a nationwide FAA ground stop disrupted air travel, prompting some passengers to abandon their plans, rent cars or return home.

Chicago, IL · 1d

WGN News

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KPop Demon Hunters world tour coming to Chicago in 2027

Chicago's United Center will host two shows on Saturday, June 19, 2027.

Chicago, IL · 1d

Block Club Chicago

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Palmer Square Park’s ‘Helping Hand’ Sculpture Removed — But Neighbors Hope To Bring It Back

LOGAN SQUARE — For eight years, the big white hand sculpture seen at Palmer Square Park was a neighborhood symbol and became synonymous with the park’s identity. But last weekend, the “Helping Hand” sculpture was removed by artist Carrie Fischer, much to the dismay of neighbors. During the takedown, dozens of neighbors asked Fischer why she was removing the sculpture, she said.

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Illuminate 900 Shops Holiday Event

Chicago’s tallest holiday tree will be the center of the 10th annual Illuminate 900 tree-lighting event, benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation on November 19, 2026, at the 900 N. Michigan Shops in the Gold Coast neighborhood. Get ready for the ultimate holiday extravaganza with music, performances, food, crafts and of...

Chicago, IL · 2d

FoodWorldNews

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Baby Goat DNA Match in Bengtson’s E. coli Outbreak Puts Illinois Petting Zoo Safety Rules in Focus

Laboratory testing has found a close genetic match between E. coli from people sickened after visiting Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm in Homer Glen, Illinois, and bacteria from a baby goat in the farm's petting zoo, the Will County Health Department said. Several other animals tested positive for Shiga toxin-producing E. coli, but only the goat carried bacteria closely related to the human cases, Food Safety News reported.

Homer Glen, IL · 1d

Siliconera Nandemo

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Chicago couple opens pizza from Keith Lee-recommended restaurant. Uh, that definitely shouldn’t be in there: ‘And its a knockoff? im ccryyinnn’

'I need ANOTHER pizza for FREE.'

Chicago, IL · 3d

whatnow.com

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Fifty50 Restaurant Group Building Cocktail Bar Concept in Andersonville

Andersonville is getting another bar addition, this time on the more upscale side. Sin & Tonic is the name of a new drink concept on the way to Andersonville, per a recent Block Club Chicago report. This is coming to 1481 W Berwyn Avenue, next to the iconic Devil Dawgs location. Fifty50 Group, which is managing the concept, is hoping to debut it in mid-December.

Chicago, IL · 1d

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She’s Green Turns Lincoln Hall Into A Shoegaze Dreamscapes

As a light mist settled over Lincoln Park on a Wednesday night, a crowd of devoted fans wrapped around Lincoln Hall in anticipation of She’s Green. The rain-soaked evening provided the perfect backdrop for a night of dreamy guitars, atmospheric melodies, and shared moments with friends. She’s Green is an independent alternative band based in Minneapolis, consisting of lead vocalist Zofia Smith, drummer Kevin Seebeck, bassist Tedd Nordwold, and guitarists Liam Armstrong and Raines Lucas. The band is currently on their first U.S. headlining tour, with several supporting artists joining them along the way, including Starling and Witches Exist in Chicago.

Chicago, IL · 2d