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- Beverly, Morgan Park See Flooding, Power Outages After Latest Bout Of Severe StormsA severe storm hit Beverly and Morgan Park, causing flooding, power outages, and significant tree damage. Power was restored to most homes by Thursday, with crews working to clear debris and repair infrastructure.
- Mayor Creates Gun Violence Reduction Office, But Critics Question Its Potential ImpactMayor Brandon Johnson establishes the Office of Gun Violence Reduction, but critics doubt its effectiveness, with some alderpeople advocating for more law enforcement focus instead.
- Bears Team Up With Hallmark For Christmas Movie — And They’re Looking For ExtrasHallmark and the Chicago Bears are collaborating on a Christmas movie, 'Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story,' set for release later this year. Casting calls for extras are underway in Chicago, with production starting this summer. This follows previous Holiday Touchdown movies featuring the Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills.
- Nearly 57 Million Tourists Spent A Record $21.5 Billion In Chicago Last Year, Report SaysChicago tourism reached record levels in 2025 with 56.8 million visitors and $21.5 billion in spending, driven by Millennials and increased convention bookings.
- Chicago’s Played A Key Role In LGBTQ+ History. Here Are 9 Historical SitesChicago highlights 9 LGBTQ+ historical sites, including the Legacy Walk and AIDS Garden, to honor queer history and community contributions.
- Lavender Cowboys: Andrew Sa And Chicago’s Thriving Queer Country SceneChicago's queer country scene, led by artist Andrew Sa, challenges traditional masculine norms in country music through inclusive events and music that resonates with LGBTQ+ audiences.
- Is Chicago Ever Getting Video Gambling Machines? Bars Wait For Answers As City Council SparsChicago City Council continues to debate the legalization of video gambling terminals, with supporters arguing they provide revenue for businesses and opponents citing public safety and financial concerns.
- For 30 Years, Club Escape Has Been A Haven For South Side Gays: ‘We Stick Together’For 30 years, Club Escape in Chicago's South Side has served as a welcoming LGBTQ+ space with drag performances, affordable drinks, and strong community bonds.
- Monarch Community Cafe Debuts In Rogers Park By Handing Out 5,000 Free Cups Of CoffeeMonarch Community Cafe launched in Rogers Park by distributing 5,000 free coffee cups, offering a large community space with various amenities.
- Watch Any Game You Want At Victory & Vice Sports Bar, Coming To The West LoopAn upscale sports bar called Victory & Vice is opening in Chicago's West Loop, featuring multiple screens, personalized viewing options, and interactive cocktail services.
- Loop’s Creative Economy Generates $14.3 Billion A Year, Employs 66,000, New Study SaysA new study shows the Chicago Loop's creative economy generates $14.3 billion yearly and employs 66,000 people, supporting the Loop Alliance's efforts to establish a business improvement district.
- Edgewater Neighbors Help Venezuelan Family Make Ends Meet After Dad’s ICE ArrestA Venezuelan family in Chicago is facing hardship after the father's ICE arrest, with neighbors raising funds to help support them.
- 28 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Pride Parade, Ida B. Wells Festival And MoreChicago hosts multiple Pride events and cultural festivals this weekend, including the 55th Chicago Pride Parade, Ida B. Wells Festival, and various art and music activities.
- Kennedy Park Pool Opens Thursday After Faulty Liner FixedKennedy Park Pool will open on Thursday after a week-long delay caused by a faulty liner, which has now been repaired.
- 2 Latino Independents Fight To Stay On November Ballot In Coveted 4th District RaceTwo Latino independent candidates in Chicago's 4th District race are struggling to meet signature verification deadlines after their petitions were challenged, facing significant obstacles compared to Democratic candidates.