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A Chicago concert titled Souvenirs: 80 Years of John Prine is set for October 8 at the Chicago Theatre. The event will honor the late singer-songwriter two days before what would have been his 80th birthday. Performers include Ratboys, Steve Earle, Margo Price and others.

9 мая 2026 Сообщено ИИ

The 2026 NBA Draft Lottery takes place in Chicago today at 3 p.m. ET, setting the order for the top 14 picks. Washington, Indiana and Brooklyn each hold the best 14 percent chance at the No. 1 selection.

The lineup for Lollapalooza 2026 has been announced, featuring headliners including Olivia Dean, Charli XCX, Tate McRae, Lorde, The xx, The Smashing Pumpkins, John Summit and Jennie. The festival will take place from July 30 to August 2 at Grant Park in Chicago. Over 100 artists are set to perform across eight stages.

15 марта 2026 Сообщено ИИ

Voters in a Chicago-area district are choosing a successor to retiring Rep. Jan Schakowsky in a crowded Democratic primary spanning three generations. Leading candidate Daniel Biss, a 48-year-old Gen Xer, faces younger challengers like 26-year-old Kat Abughazaleh and 28-year-old Bushra Amiwala. The race highlights tensions over party norms and progressive change ahead of Illinois primaries on Tuesday.

The Federal Aviation Administration has imposed a cap on daily flights at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport to prevent delays and cancellations caused by overscheduling from American Airlines and United Airlines. The move follows a turf war between the carriers over gate access, leading to schedules exceeding the airport's runway capacity. Airlines must now reduce operations to no more than 2,800 per day.

4 марта 2026 Сообщено ИИ

A new sprawling Mediterranean restaurant, backed by the group behind Prime & Provisions and Lyra, is scheduled to open along the Chicago River this May. The venue will be situated under the Chicago Cut Steakhouse. More details have emerged about this riverfront addition to the city's dining scene.