Urban Exploration

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Joabe Barbosa, a young man, running on a Chicago street, having completed the feat of running every block in the city.

Joabe Barbosa Runs Every Block of Chicago in Historic Feat

After nearly two years and over 4,000 miles, 25-year-old Joabe Bayer Barbosa has become the first person known to have run every single street in Chicago, according to Block Club Chicago .

Hannah Pierce·June 15, 2026

Person using a smartphone app to discover a hidden pond in a local park after finding a Korean BBQ restaurant.

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Using local navigation apps to find hidden gems

Recently, I used Jauntful to find a new Korean BBQ spot in Los Angeles and discovered a hidden pond in a local park, showing how specialized apps enhance local exploration.

Hannah Pierce·May 30, 2026