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| What Chicago's Talking About |
| | | Greyhound Terminal Purchase | On today’s podcast, we discuss what’s next for the Greyhound bus terminal, as the city now plans to buy the station. Also: Is Chicago in a friendship recession, and what spots SHOULD be open till 5 a.m.? [City Cast Chicago 🎧] | | A Long Wait For Sewer Repairs | West Siders are still waiting for basement repairs after the historic 2023 storms. But flooding and damage will only get worse if the city doesn’t fix the area’s aging pipes — more than 250 miles of “deficient sewers” in all. [Sun-Times] | | Police Misconduct Settlements FAR Outpace Budget | Police misconduct settlements reached $225 million in the first half of 2026. The city budgeted just $82.5 million for settlements for the whole year, with authorization to borrow an additional $283.3 million. [WTTW] | | Hate Crime Charges Filed Against Man Who Lit Burning Cross | Hate crime charges were filed against 21-year-old Merlin Lu. Lu admitted to burning a cross in Grant Park, claiming the act was in protest of President Donald Trump. [NBC 5] | |  | A favorite sign of mine: Diversey Bowl. (Emmi Mack / City Cast Chicago) |
| Who Still Makes Neon in Chicago? This Guy! | Neon Shop Fishtail in Logan Square has been in business for 40 years. Owner Tom Brickler and his team make neon for Chicago businesses, as well as movies and TV shows. Brickler likes to think of himself as the “Godfather of Neon”: “I’ll make you a neon offer you can’t refuse.” [Block Club] | |
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| | | Hello, fellow library lovers. We are collecting love letters for our Chicago Public Library, and we’d like to hear from you. Submit your story and get a gift from the Chicago Public Library Foundation! |
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| Test Your Knowledge of the Obamas in Chicago |
| | | Juneteenth weekend was extra bustling in Chicago this year, thanks to the Obama Presidential Center opening. The big party was Thursday night, followed by three more days of activities and performances. | | It’s no surprise the city went so hard for Barack Obama — love him or hate him, he’s a Chicago legend. The same goes double for Michelle. | | See how well you know their Chicago roots. | | | | | | |
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| | | WATER FOR ELEPHANTS comes to life on stage featuring puppetry, acrobatics and circus stuntwork that The New York Times calls “stunning, emotional, heart-filled and gorgeously imaginative.” After a young man jumps a moving train, he finds a new home with a traveling circus, and a life—and love—beyond his wildest dreams. Playing at the James M. Nederlander Theatre from June 23 to July 5 only. Step right up and get your tickets! |
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