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This proposed shuttle will get you from downtown Chicago to O’Hare Airport in 15 minutes flat—so what’s the hold-up?

Travel

This proposed shuttle will get you from downtown Chicago to O’Hare Airport in 15 minutes flat—so what’s the hold-up?

A private, battery-electric express train could cut the Loop-to-O’Hare trip to 15 minutes, but agreements, approvals and billions in funding still stand in the...

This West Loop bistro was just named one of America’s best new restaurants by Bon Appétit, and their roast chicken is perfection

Restaurants

This West Loop bistro was just named one of America’s best new restaurants by Bon Appétit, and their roast chicken is perfection

Bon Appétit revealed 19 new favorites around the country, and Creepies stands out on the esteemed list.

This chic lounge overlooking the Chicago River was just named one of the best hotel bars in America

Restaurants

This chic lounge overlooking the Chicago River was just named one of the best hotel bars in America

Elegant and soulful, Travelle Lounge offers an exceptional cocktail program and stunning atmosphere

A controversial statue could make a return as part of a new museum opening this fall

Art

A controversial statue could make a return as part of a new museum opening this fall

The Florence Scala Italian American Museum plans to open on October 12.

It’s official: NASCAR will not return for downtown Chicago street race in 2027

Things to do

It’s official: NASCAR will not return for downtown Chicago street race in 2027

NASCAR is once again headed to the Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet next year.

This quirky Chicago property was named one of the best boutique hotels in the country

Travel

This quirky Chicago property was named one of the best boutique hotels in the country

Staypineapple Chicago is known for pineapple-themed decor and playful hospitality, plus a prime location

Grant Park’s free dance series is back with salsa, samba and Chicago steppin’ classes

Things to do

Grant Park’s free dance series is back with salsa, samba and Chicago steppin’ classes

The final installment of Chicago SummerDance is in full swing.

The Chicago Air & Water Show returns this weekend—see weather updates, who’s performing and where to watch

Things to do

The Chicago Air & Water Show returns this weekend—see weather updates, who’s performing and where to watch

Here’s everything you need to know about what’s probably the loudest weekend in Chicago.

Jeppson’s Malört and The Wiener Circle are teaming up for the most Chicago collab ever today

Restaurants

Jeppson’s Malört and The Wiener Circle are teaming up for the most Chicago collab ever today

Don't worry, there's also beer

Chicago's most iconic street party was cancelled—here's why

Things to do

Chicago's most iconic street party was cancelled—here's why

Sundays on State will not return in 2026, but plans for a new cultural lineup are underway.

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