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Discover Chicago patios and beer gardens this summer.
One Chicago beer garden serves a 96-ounce copper mug giant mule, while another boasts 56 different beers on tap.
Warm Love Cool Dreams Festival Plans 2026 Expansion
The highest scorer at the Warm Love Cool Dreams festival's Skeeball Tournament will walk away with a brand-new air conditioning unit, signaling a new era for the event.
Sueños Fest Amidst Immigration Campaigns and Latino Pride
Amidst the vibrant beats of J Balvin and Kali Uchis, attendees at Chicago's Sueños Music Festival felt an 'extra importance' this Memorial Day weekend.
Kaytranada and Monica Close Forever Mine Fest with R&B and House
Before performing her headlining set at the inaugural Forever Mine festival, R&B icon Monica shared with the crowd that doctors could do nothing further for her gravely ill father.
Need Emergency Tree Removal in Tampa? Why EB Trees & Landscape’s Owned Fleet Is Your Best Bet
After severe Tampa storms, homeowners often face fallen trees and dangerous limbs, requiring immediate professional help. EB Trees & Landscape, a veteran-owned company, stands ready with its owned fleet to provide rapid and efficient emergency tree removal.
Sueños Festival Celebrates Chicago's Latino Culture
Since 2023, El Taconazo Express has operated a booth at the Sueños festival, a small but potent symbol of how local businesses integrate into one of Chicago's largest cultural celebrations.
Forever Mine Fest Chicago Brings Y2K R&B Legends to Union Park
Nearly 20,000 fans flocked to Union Park over Memorial Day weekend for the inaugural Forever Mine Festival, proving a massive appetite for 2000s R&B and house music.
Chicago shootings overnight injure multiple people across city
In a grim discovery early Sunday, 18-year-old Cristian Jose Rojas Barrios was found shot in the chest and leg, hands tied behind his back, in a Chicago bathtub.
Future of Sunken Raber Landmark Home Remains Uncertain
Thirty years after being landmarked to save it from demolition, Chicago's 156-year-old John Raber House still sits weathered and empty, with no clear plans for its future.
How Brahmshire Premium Coffee Solves the Stale Office Coffee Problem (And Boosts Morale)
Brahmshire Premium Coffee tackles the common problem of stale office coffee, transforming the breakroom into an asset for employee well-being and retention. With specialty coffee now a professional standard, providing high-quality brews is crucial for attracting and keeping talent.
J Balvin Kicks Off Sueños Music Festival 2026 in Chicago
Amidst the pulsating beats of J Balvin's headlining set at Sueños Festival, the global superstar paused to speak on mental health and acknowledge immigrants, transforming a party into a powerful cultu
Taste of Chicago announces 84 food vendors for 2026 festival
Nearly 40% of the food vendors at this year's Taste of Chicago are new, marking an exciting and significant refresh for the iconic festival!
Robin decline impacts Chicago's ecosystem & human well-being
In 2024, the relative abundance of robins in Illinois plummeted to its lowest point since 1984, according to the Chicago Sun-Times and wbez .
Atelier Lincoln Square restaurant closes its doors
What a turn of events for Lincoln Square!
How Thirst Missions Runs Safe and Transformative Youth Group Mission Trips in Appalachia
Thirst Missions offers full-service youth group mission trips to Appalachia, meticulously handling all logistical details from travel to safety protocols. This approach frees youth leaders to focus entirely on ministry, fostering deeper spiritual connections and ensuring impactful community service.
Prosecutors drop all charges in Broadview protester case
U.S. District Judge April Perry expressed 'shock' at federal prosecutors' conduct in the Broadview protester case, citing improper dismissal of jurors and obscured grand jury transcripts. This egregio
Chicago Forecloses on Englewood Owner's Eight Vacant Lots
The city of Chicago is moving to seize eight vacant lots from a junkyard owner, aiming to recoup an astonishing $1.
Chicago Council Approves Native Plant Rules, 10-Inch Limit Near Sidewalks
Chicago's new native plant rule has everyone talking!
High Voltage Records & Hi-Fi Opens Rogers Park Store April 25, 2026
In its first month, High Voltage Records & Hi-Fi, a new Rogers Park storefront, sold over 1,200 records, signaling a vibrant resurgence for physical music in the digital age.
How Sector 7 Networks Solves IT Downtime for Fraser Valley Non-Profits (Real Results)
Sector 7 Networks helps Fraser Valley non-profits overcome significant IT downtime and cybersecurity vulnerabilities, a common issue for Canadian charities operating without strong data protection. They offer proactive IT management, including 24/7 monitoring, AI-powered threat detection, and staff training to prevent hardware failures, cyberattacks, and human error.
Neon Paddle returns to Ping Tom Park for second season
For $105, Chicagoans can now glide through the city's waterways on LED-lit, motorized paddleboards.
Visa and Men in Blazers Launch Fan-Powered City Guides
Over 25,000 fan recommendations, gathered through a nationwide survey, now drive the new Men in Blazers City Guides, offering hyper-local insights into soccer culture across North America.
Main Event offers future free play coupon on Memorial Day
On Memorial Day Monday, the first 50 guests at each Main Event location will receive a coupon for a future night of unlimited play, not immediate free games.
Navigating Community Services and Local Support in 2026
St. Francis House, a single Boston facility, serves over 252,000 meals and provides 13,000 showers annually. This immense, daily demand for basic community support offers immediate relief and dignity