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- Jane Addams Hull House Museum Steps Into the Summer Spotlight — and Little Italy Is Ready
University Village Little Italy is best known for its legendary dining corridor on Taylor Street, but this July the neighborhood's most hist
- Fire Up the Summer: West Rogers Park's Global Food Scene Shines as the Festival Season Hits Full Stride
West Rogers Park neighbors have even more reason to celebrate this summer — and the city is taking notice. According to WTTW's freshly updat
- Pilsen's Cultural Crown Jewel Gets a Major Upgrade — And a Free Summer Festival Is Just Weeks Away
Two pieces of exciting news are giving Pilsen neighbors even more to celebrate this summer. The National Museum of Mexican Art — the neighbo
- New Digs & New Drinks: Vitalogy Bar Opens in Printer's Row as 626 S. Wabash Rises Fast
The South Loop's street-level scene just got a whole lot livelier — and the neighborhood's skyline is creeping higher by the day. First, the
- No More Flooded Basements? Chicago Is Building Underground Reservoirs — and Galewood Is on the List
Galewood homeowners who've spent summers anxiously watching the skies during heavy rainstorms just got some long-awaited good news. The City
- West Fest 2026 Countdown: Full Details Drop — Pet Fest, House Music Legends, and Charity Giving Make This Year's Lineup the Best Yet
With just over a week to go, West Fest 2026 is officially locked and loaded — and the full details make it clear this year's festival is som
- Date Night & Family Night, Sorted: Jazz in the Court Returns Tonight & Harper Theater's Summer Film Series Is Your New Weekly Ritual
Hyde Park neighbors, Thursday just became your new favorite night out — and the whole family is invited. Tonight, July 9, Harper Court (5235
- Walk This Way: Jefferson Park's NW Art Trail Brings Sculptures, Murals & Milwaukee Ave. Magic to the Northwest Side
Jefferson Park neighbors, your daily stroll down Milwaukee Avenue just got a serious upgrade. The Northwest Side's own NW Art Trail Walk — a
- Neighbors Wanted: Aquinas Literacy Center's Booming English Programs Need More Volunteer Tutors
McKinley Park's Aquinas Literacy Center is riding a wave of community generosity — and it needs even more of it. The beloved Southwest Side
- Fresh Leadership, Fresh Flavors: The Loop Gets a New Champion & a Buzzy New Riverfront Restaurant
The Loop's momentum isn't slowing down this July — and it's got fresh leadership to help steer the ship. The Chicago Loop Alliance recently
- Garfield Ridge 2050: One Local Grad's Bold Vision Could Shape the Southwest Side for a Generation
What does Garfield Ridge look like in 25 years? Thanks to one determined hometown son, the neighborhood finally has an answer — on paper, at
- Your Summer Soundtrack Is Free: Live on Logan Jazz Series Returns to Palmer Square Park This July
Palmer Square neighbors, your park just got a whole lot more musical. Live on Logan, the beloved free outdoor jazz series that calls Palmer
- Roots, Rows & Recess: West Pullman's Summer of Green Is Blooming at the Park and in the Soil
West Pullman is growing — literally — and this July, two of the neighborhood's most grounding community assets are in full swing. West Pullm
- A Bold New Chapter on the North Side: Uptown's Getting a Queer-Led Sober Venue This August
Uptown is about to welcome one of its most distinctive new additions in years. A queer-led sober venue is set to open this August, taking ov
- Humboldt Park's Summer Festival Season Is Just Warming Up — Sangria Fest Is Headed to the West Side
Humboldt Park neighbors have another reason to circle their calendars this summer: the Sangria Festival Chicago is officially coming to the
- Wrigleyville's Hottest Week Yet: Tyler Childers, Jon Batiste & a Star-Studded Concert Stretch Takes Over the Friendly Confines
Wrigleyville neighbors, buckle up — the stretch of entertainment descending on the Friendly Confines this week is nothing short of legendary
- Sip, Stroll & Celebrate: Lincoln Park Is Stacking Up Can't-Miss Summer Experiences This July
Lincoln Park neighbors, summer is officially in full swing — and your neighborhood's calendar is packed with reasons to get outside, explore
- Ann Sather Says Goodbye to Belmont — and Roscoe Village's Summer Sidewalk Sale Is This Weekend
Lake View neighbors, two stories are making the rounds this week — one bittersweet, one a reason to get outside and shop local. First, the e
- From Family Kitchen to Chicago's Shelves: Albany Park Bakery's Sweet Story Is Winning Hearts Across the City
A heartwarming Albany Park success story is making waves across Chicago's food scene this summer. What started as a cherished family traditi
- Archer Heights Is a Hot Seller's Market This Summer — and Homes Are Flying Off the Block
If you've been thinking about buying a home in Archer Heights, here's your nudge to move fast — because everyone else already is. Fresh July