Levy, the hospitality partner of the Bears, on Wednesday unveiled a menu of new foods that will be available this season at Soldier Field. The new lineup offers an updated version of football food classics, including a Chicago dog with a Bears player’s personal twist.
Stories by Angel Idowu
Cultural Agency Looks to Amplify Art and Chicago’s ‘Third Spaces’ With Events Timed to DNC
“Next Stop: Chicago” is offering a series of public art activations by community-based organizations that address the city’s post-pandemic infrastructure inequity.
Vacant Bronzeville Lot Transformed Into Community Gathering Space Offering Wide Variety of Programs
A new community gathering space has officially opened its doors in Bronzeville. It will offer a variety of activities raging from arts and sports to business support and wellness.
A Chicago Woman Went Unexpectedly Viral on TikTok as the #greendressgirl. Now, She’s Taking Control of the Moment
The Chicago native and expert in brand strategy made a conscious decision to utilize social media to elevate her own brand, but it was a casual post completely unrelated to her work that would earn her national attention.
Photo Exhibition Explores Social Dynamics in Chicago and Paris Through the Cities’ Residents
As the Paris Olympics prepares to kick off on Friday, Chicagoans can explore the connections and contrasts between their city and the French capital in a multi-venue art exhibition. “Opening Passages” explores the social dynamics of the two cities.
Dennis Quaid Takes to the Chicago Stage for a One-Night-Only Concert This Friday
Over the course of his career, Dennis Quaid has been known as a film star, acting in everything from “The Parent Trap” to “The Right Stuff.” Now, he’s taking to the stage for a special one-night-only concert happening Friday, July 19 at the Athenaeum Center,
Downtown Day Aims to Expose Chicago’s Youth to Art and Design
Downtown Day on July 13 aims to expose young people to art and design, using the city as a backdrop.
Now in Chicago, the Stars of ‘SIX: The Musical’ Find Inspiration in Reclaiming the Stories of Henry VIII’s Wives
The show, which uses high-energy pop music to tell the stories of the wives of King Henry VIII, is running in Chicago through July 14.
How Two Chicago Women Are Helping Young People in Chicago Explore Careers in Aviation
A Chicago educator is on a mission to take off with Chicago’s Black and Brown girls and explore the world of aviation.
White Sox Player Turned Artist Collaborates With Young Athletes to Create Special Juneteenth Shirt
A former Chicago White Sox second baseman turned artist is partnering with White Sox Charities for a one-of-a-kind Juneteenth collaboration. Micah Johnson worked with student athletes who are part of the Amateur City Elite program to design custom Juneteenth artwork
Looking to Celebrate Juneteenth in Chicago? Here’s a List of Upcoming Events
Juneteenth celebrations are just around the corner, and there are plenty of ways you can celebrate the holiday in Chicago. Here’s a look at some events that are worth checking out.
New Art Institute Exhibition Shifts Focus From Georgia O’Keeffe’s Southwest Scenes to the Skyscrapers of 1920s New York City
The exhibit, which opened on June 2 and runs through Sept. 22, explores the artist’s connection to New York City. For some visitors, “My New York” may feel like a departure from her famed Southwest landscapes.
Oak Park Native Flexes His Performance Skills in National Tour of ‘Mamma Mia!,’ Now Running in Chicago
For Chicago area native Grant Reynolds, the performances mark his debut in a national tour for a Broadway show.
The Swans of Harlem: How a Group of Pioneering Black Ballet Dancers Are Telling Their Story and Reclaiming Their Place in History
Together they made history under the direction of Arthur Mitchell, co-founder of the Dance Theatre of Harlem, and the first Black principal ballet dancer with the New York City Ballet.
Millennium Park to Celebrate 20th Anniversary With Free Music, Movies and Workouts. See the Summer Lineup
Chicago is hosting a summer’s worth of free world-class arts programming for Millennium Park’s 20th anniversary season. The 2024 lineup offers a variety of live music, festivals and even fitness activities.
‘Vigilance’ Showcases Diverse Environmental Leaders With Work From Local, National Artists
“Vigilance: Learning From the Legacies of BIPOC Environmental Leaders” is inspired by the work of Hazel Johnson, a Black Chicagoan known as the mother of the environmental justice movement.
Column: Expo Chicago Offers a Reminder of the Vibrancy and Community of Chicago’s Art Scene
From Expo Chicago at Navy Pier to Expo Art Week throughout the city and everything in between, I found myself overwhelmed with celebrations that amplified the city’s artistic community.
Our Picks for the Must-See Expo Chicago Events Hitting Town This Week
Expo Chicago is back for its eleventh anniversary this week and organizers are celebrating with a slew of programs, initiatives and digital events to engage the public both at Navy Pier and throughout the city.
A Fictional Chicago Political Family Searches for ‘Purpose’ in Steppenwolf World Premiere: Review
“Purpose,” the new world premiere play from Branden Jacobs-Jenkins now running at Steppenwolf, is also a very specific story about a family rooted in Black American politics, featuring a Civil Rights activist, pastors and a congressman.
Frankie Knuckles Remembered as ‘Guiding Force’ of House Music as 5,000 Vinyl Records Digitized
Members of Theaster Gates’ Rebuild Foundation have been working to restore Frankie Knuckles’ vinyl record collection for the last eight years.
New Book Celebrates Chicago’s Black Culture and Influence
Chicago native Arionne Nettles pens a love letter to Chicago in her newest book titled, “We Are the Culture: Black Chicago’s Influence on Everything.”
Sza, The Killers and Blink-182 Among Lollapalooza Headliners. Here’s the Full Lineup
Lollapalooza has announced its headliners for the four-day music fest with Sza, Tyler, The Creator, Blink-182 and The Killers among the headlining acts.
Sundays on State to Return This Summer; Loop Alliance Seeking Artists and Organizations for the Free Block Party
Everyone’s favorite downtown block party is back. Chicago Loop Alliance organizes Sundays on State with the goal of cultivating community and amplifying art and culture within the Loop.
Young Writers Showcase Skills at Rooted & Radical Poetry Festival
Young Chicago Authors is encouraging Chicago’s youth to engage in storytelling to express themselves with poetry and performance.
Chicago Jazz Vocalist Takes Listeners on Musical Journey in ‘75 Years of Mahalia Jackson’: Review
Tammy McCann recently previewed a one-woman show dedicated to the life and work of gospel legend Mahalia Jackson. McCann will soon head to New York to once again pay homage to the queen of gospel.
Navy Pier’s New Flyover Experience Offers an Exhilarating View of Chicago’s Beauty
Utilizing footage captured by a drone, flight members swoop through iconic landmarks in seats engineered to feel every dip and dive of the ride, just as if you were on a rollercoaster.
