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Headed to the celebration this weekend? Here's everything you need to know.
Headed to the celebration this weekend? Here's everything you need to know.
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Bungalow by Middle Brow offers top-notch pies and delicious beers.
Traffic and parking will be prohibited on numerous streets this Sunday.
Welcome, Hawksmoor!
Perilla Korean American Steakhouse will be an all-day concept and feature a robust wagyu program.
Pepsi will cover the costs of an Italian beef and soda for Chicagoans.
Italian beef mainstays Al’s and Buona have enjoyed a rise in success—thanks in part to the hit show.
The average traveler lost a total of four days sitting in traffic in 2023.
Plus, this is the best single pizza slice in Chicago.
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Ti West wraps his blood-splashed Mia Goth trilogy with a sexy and fun ’80s-set horror
3 out of 5 stars
Whisper it. Third time around, strong performances can’t overcome a deafening sense of déjà vu
4 out of 5 stars
Cult American playwright Annie Baker’s debut is a sparse, strange, beautiful drama about an isolated young girl
4 out of 5 stars
This troubling deep dive into the ‘digital afterlife’ explores the AI that helps you talk to the dead
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Best of the city
Plan your next meal with our guide to the city's best restaurants, updated monthly.
Fill your day in the city with amazing activities, sights and offbeat destinations.
From acclaimed art museums to collections of artifacts, these local institutions don't disappoint.
If you're in the mood for a concert, you'll likely find someone great taking the stage at these spots.
Escape the city
Hit the trails and get some fresh air on these scenic hikes.
Amenities include stargazing and endless s'mores.
Hop on a train and explore the suburbs with these easy and fun (we promise!) day trips.
Go somewhere off the beaten path with our guide to unique attractions near Chicago.
Get outta town—if only for the day.
Cruise down LSD and explore Lower Wacker.
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