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City Council Fails to Override Mayor’s Veto of Plan to Require 30 City Council Votes to Take on New Debt
The Chicago City Council failed by one vote Wednesday to override Mayor Brandon… Read More
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Pritzker, Bailey Square Off in Contentious Discussion Over Taxes, Trump and Bears
The two-term Democratic incumbent and former downstate Republican legislator… Read More
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Nature: Sesame Street and the Great Elephant Adventure
Join Elmo and the Sesame Street gang on a once-in-a-lifetime African safari adventure. After adopting an orphaned elephant online, Elmo, Abby and Nina travel to a Kenyan sanctuary to meet the young elephant alongside other iconic wildlife.
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Chicago Stories: Fall 2026
New season includes: Chicago’s World’s Fair of 1893, Toy Town, Skyscrapers, and Home of the Irish.
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A First Look at Season Two of The Forsytes
Ann continues to preside over the fractious Forsytes family in a second season of the historical drama.
Chicago Stories
The Iconic Toys and Games Created in Chicago
For more than a century, Chicago has shaped the way generations of children have played.
For parents
No-Sew Elinor Costume
Elinor is a sweet and curious bunny rabbit who goes on scientific adventures with her friends.
Health
Pope Leo XIV Diagnosed With Lung Cancer After Surgery to Remove Part of Right Lung
Tests confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, the Vatican said in a medical bulletin after the surgery. It said the diagnosis had been suspected by preoperative tests and was confirmed during surgery.
Food
The No-Frills Corner Grocery Serving Some of Chicago’s Tastiest Tacos
Some of Chicago's tastiest tacos, which many say are just like those in Mexico City, are hiding in a nondescript corner store in Little Village. The clientele is changing thanks to social media.
Recap & Stream
Trespasses, a New Drama
Cushla is a Catholic schoolteacher in Northern Ireland during The Troubles who meets a handsome Protestant lawyer while tending bar at her brother's pub.
Arts & Entertainment
Open House Chicago Offers Behind-the-Scenes Access to Iconic Buildings. Here’s What You Can Expect
The 16th annual Open House Chicago will be held this weekend. The lineup features more than 200 sites across more than 30 neighborhoods.
For parents
13 Children’s Books for Celebrating Fall
Cooler weather, pumpkins, colorful leaves everywhere. A new season has arrived, and it’s my favorite! When fall comes around, my kids and I like to play in piles of leaves, go to the pumpkin patch, and get ready for a new school year. As we say goodbye to summer, let’s share the wonders of autumn with these 13 fall-themed children’s books.
