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How Did Chicago Rebuild After a Fire Destroyed Much of the City?

How Did Chicago Rebuild After a Fire Destroyed Much of the City?

Chicago's journey from a strategic portage site to a bustling modern metropolis is a testament to its resilience and dynamic growth. Incorporated a...
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Dense Fog Advisory and Heavy Rain for Chicago

Dense Fog Advisory and Heavy Rain for Chicago

Chicago began Tuesday under a dense fog advisory, affecting counties to the north and west through 10 a.m. The National Weather Service warned of rapidly changing visibility during the morning commute. After the fog lifts, skies are expected to be partly cloudy with highs reaching the mid-70s (23-24°C). Overnight, showers will move in from the west, spreading across the area by 5 a.m. Wednesday. Rainfall is expected to be heavy at times, with additional rounds of precipitation continuing through Thursday and Friday. Meteorologist Iisha Scott from NBC 5 Storm Team noted that some areas could experience localized flooding, with rainfall totals exceeding three inches. Conditions are expected to improve by the weekend, with drier weather and cooler temperatures in the mid-60s (18-19°C).
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Chicago Venues Offer Diverse Corporate Event Packages

Chicago Venues Offer Diverse Corporate Event Packages

Chicago Venues Offer Diverse Corporate Event Packages
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This Day in History: The Jerry Springer Show Began Its 27-Season Run

This Day in History: The Jerry Springer Show Began Its 27-Season Run

The Jerry Springer Show, a prominent fixture in daytime television for 27 seasons, involved a complex production process and faced rigorous censors...
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White Sox receive a letter from Pope Leo XIV before winning playoff opener

White Sox receive a letter from Pope Leo XIV before winning playoff opener

The Chicago White Sox received a letter from Pope Leo XIV on the same day of their playoff opener against the Houston Astros
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5 Rock Bands With The Longest Careers In Music History

5 Rock Bands With The Longest Careers In Music History

Many rock bands have come and gone, but these five, including the Beach Boys, the Rolling Stones, and Chicago, have had careers that spanned six decades.
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HUB International Rebrands Ahead of Potential IPO, Emphasizing Growth and Client-Centric Services

HUB International Rebrands Ahead of Potential IPO, Emphasizing Growth and Client-Centric Services

HUB International Rebrands Ahead of Potential IPO, Emphasizing Growth and Client-Centric Services
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Bears outplay and outcoach the Eagles

Bears outplay and outcoach the Eagles

Hollywood couldn't have written a better script for Case Keenum and the Bears last night. @gridironborn and @wiltfongjr break it down here.
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The 1983 ALCS Became Comiskey Park’s Final Taste of Postseason Baseball

The 1983 ALCS Became Comiskey Park’s Final Taste of Postseason Baseball

Comiskey Park, the long-time home of the Chicago White Sox, was a venue steeped in baseball history, hosting numerous regular season games, but als...
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Chicago Bears Midweek Musings: Phenomenal

Chicago Bears Midweek Musings: Phenomenal

Check out @gridironborn’s midweek musings, including thoughts on Case Keenum, Bears defense, Ben Johnson and more.
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Fall Bridge Lifts Begin Wednesday in Chicago

Fall Bridge Lifts Begin Wednesday in Chicago

The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) has announced the start of its fall bridge lift schedule along the Chicago River, beginning Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. These lifts, which occur every fall and spring, allow sailboats and other recreational vessels to travel between Lake Michigan and their winter storage facilities. The process involves lifting bridges in succession from DuSable Lake Shore Drive to the 18th Street Bridge, with each lift taking approximately 8 to 12 minutes. The schedule includes lifts on Wednesdays and Saturdays, with some exceptions due to ongoing rehabilitation work on the 110-year-old Lake Street Bridge. The bridge lifts are expected to continue through mid-November, with the final lift scheduled for Saturday, November 14, 2026.
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Lakeview Residents Protest Proposed ComEd Substation, Citing Safety and Community Concerns

Lakeview Residents Protest Proposed ComEd Substation, Citing Safety and Community Concerns

Residents of Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood, including U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley and State Sen. Sara Feigenholtz, are actively protesting ComEd's plan to build a new electrical substation at 1111 W. Diversey Parkway. The proposed substation would be located on the site of a previous substation that exploded in 2006, causing power outages and concerns among residents like Daniel Varanauski, who experienced the incident firsthand. The Diversey Community Coalition, a neighborhood group, claims ComEd has not been transparent or cooperative with residents regarding the project. ComEd purchased the property for $11.5 million in 2021, stating that existing substations in Lakeview and Lincoln Park are nearing capacity and electricity demand is projected to exceed the local grid's support by 2029. The utility asserts it has maintained 'open and honest communication' through community meetings and a website, and has engaged with local alderpeople and stakeholders. However, residents dispute the location, citing proxim...