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Election 2027 Begins: Candidates for Chicago Mayor, City Council Are Gathering Signatures Earlier Than Ever
Candidates will hit the street to gather thousands of autographs from… Read More
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These 9 Illinois Communities Say They’re Interested in New Nuclear Facilities
After Illinois lifted its moratorium on construction of new nuclear power… Read More
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Amerigo: The Search for the American Dream
Amerigo: The Search for the American Dream asks one urgent, unifying question - what happened to the American Dream - and explores if it is still attainable for many today. Filmed across all 50 states over two years, the program features unscripted interviews with everyday Americans, from blue-collar workers, veterans and immigrants to students, entrepreneurs and community leaders. Told in thematic chapters examining work, housing, healthcare, technology, art and more, Amerigo captures a raw, panoramic and unexpectedly hopeful portrait of a country at a crossroads.
Monday at 9:00 pm
food
Chicago Food Events to Check Out in August
Summer festival season isn’t over yet. August brings a packed calendar of food events celebrating everything from pierogi and sweet corn to Champagne, fried chicken, and Bloody Marys.
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The Eastland Tragedy July 24, 1915
844 people were killed, making the Eastland tragedy the largest disaster in Chicago’s history.
food
A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Jim’s Original
Jim’s Original has enticed passers-by with the smell of grilled onions and Polish sausages for decades, even if the Maxwell Street market it served has moved.
For parents
9 Picture Books About Brothers and Sisters
There’s nothing else like having a playful, imaginative, and supportive sibling at your side!
Politics
Who Is Running, or Thinking About Running, to Become Chicago’s Next Mayor
Chicago’s next mayoral election is less than a year away and the list of candidates — and those considering a run — is growing ever larger. Here’s who is in so far.
Food
How Kasama Became the Most Recognized Chicago Restaurant of the Decade
A James Beard Award, Michelin stars, appearances on The Bear, lines down the block: Kasama has notched them all by serving casual Filipino breakfasts, artful pastries, and precise tasting menus out of one small space.
Recap & Stream
Grantchester's Final Season
The final season of Grantchester is here, as Alphy struggles with his relationship with his mother.
Arts & Entertainment
2026 Chicago Summer Festival Guide
Get ready for fun with this guide to neighborhood street fests, art shows, outdoor concerts, cultural celebrations and summer events of all sizes across Chicago and the suburbs.
For parents
11 Simple Self-Care Habits for Kids
Self-care isn’t selfish — it’s a basic need of being human! By teaching your child simple acts of self-care and including nurturing routines into your family life, you can show that taking care of ourselves, and each other, is important. Creating healthy habits of rest at a young age empowers kids to continue to be resilient in all life brings. What a gift to give your kids!
