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Chicago had one of the biggest population gains of any U.S. city last year
Second City proves its place in the nation
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The White Sox are hosting a celebration of Pope Leo XIV at Rate Field next month
The pontiff is a lifelong White Sox fan
Theater
A $50 million magic theater is coming to Chicago’s Magnificent Mile
Expect epic performances and dazzling dinners at The Hand & The Eye
Music
Chicago's Secret River shows are back under the Belmont Avenue bridge this summer
Just look for the River King!
Restaurants
This is apparently Pope Leo's favorite Chicago pizza joint
Consider his pizza order gospel
Restaurants
Here’s everything you’ll eat at the Windy City Smokeout this summer
Big-back BBQ season, here we come!
Music
Illinois State Fair announces musical headliners Snoop Dogg, Sheryl Crow
Each night of the 10-day fest will see a starry performer take the stage
Restaurants
Portillo's unveils new Pope Leo-themed sandwich to celebrate the Chicago-born pontiff
Because nothing says Your Holiness quite like Italian beef
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Puppets are selling ice cream through a porthole in Irving Park
Serving up scoops and smiles
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Chicago’s Michelada Fest has been canceled for 2025—and yes, politics are involved
Full refunds are going out to ticketholders
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