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Hot Tub Boats Return To The Chicago River — Just BYOB

The popular floating hot tubs, which debuted in 2023, take up to six people on a 90-minute river excursion. Reservations are now open.

Public Toilet That Cleans Itself Now Open In Wicker Park — A First In The City

The automated toilet, which opened Wednesday as part of a pilot, could pave the way for a series of public toilets to be installed across…

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Illinois Republicans Assess Damage From Nationwide ‘Blue Tsunami’

In the governor’s race, Gov. JB Pritzker set a modern-day record for a Democratic candidate with about 60% of the vote. And in state legislative…

The disabled face special challenges under new Medicaid rules

As part of its response, Minnesota should make Medicaid notices available in large print, braille, plain language and American Sign Language video. The post The…

House Republicans quash effort to impeach Defense Secretary Hegseth

The vote Tuesday halted an effort to remove Hegseth as Pentagon chief for his conduct in office and his handling of the war in Iran.…

A wave of hospital mergers is changing healthcare in Minnesota. Why now? 

As costs soar to treat patients, business-side shake-ups at Twin Cities hospitals buy some time but may bring unwelcome shifts in care. The post A…

Devastated Family Of Slain Student Call For Justice At Logan Square Vigil: ‘Santino Is Not A Statistic’

Santino Delgado’s family and neighbors gathered for a memorial walk a week after the City Colleges student was killed in a drive-by shooting while making…

3-Hour Waits For Matcha? Here’s The Tea On Chicago’s Obsession

The trendy tea drink has enjoyed a surge in demand in recent years thanks in part to social media, with long lines at pop-ups and…

Ald. Michelle Harris Faces 4 Challengers In 8th Ward Race

Harris is seeking a sixth term in office and could face four opponents — although two of those candidates could get tossed off the ballot…

Ald. Monique Scott Faces 2 Challengers In 24th Ward Race

Jamesenna Anderson and Kiisha Smith have filed to run against Scott, who is seeking her second full term representing the West Side ward.

‘The After Hours Artists’ Exhibit Explores How Chicago Creators Balance Art With Day Jobs

After forming a queer-friendly collective for people pursuing their passions outside of work hours, Nathan Alston curated their work for the show at Austin’s Third…

Mark Heller, Logan Square Skate Park Founder And Community Activist, Dies At 73

A celebration of life for Heller will take place 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Logan Boulevard Skate Park.

Here’s How To Celebrate Veterans Day Around Chicago On Wednesday

VFWs and American Legion posts hold strong on Veterans Day amid an aging population and declining membership, welcoming the public for drinks, food and camaraderie.

Chews Views with Richard Chew 11-11-2026

A sign on the front porch that says fentanyl

Plus: Appleton Detention Facility opens; A pair of ICE-related lawsuits; 100 Democratic women in the House; and more in your Minnesota news roundup. The post…

Notre Dame Leprechaun’s College GameDay Kick Wins $200K For Greater Chicago Food Depository

The surprise $200,000 donation came as a surprise to the Greater Chicago Food Depository, which plans to use the money to cover rising operational costs.

Mayor Touts Voter Support For Corporate Head Tax In 4 Wards, But Alders Still Not Convinced

About 88% of voters who answered a nonbinding referendum in parts of four South and West side wards supported taxing large corporations to fund social…