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Chew’s Views with Richard Chew | November 11, 2026

Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez | November 11, 2026

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…

Live Local & Progressive 11.11.26

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…

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

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…

City Budget Hits Latest Stalemate As Council Bloc Demands Mayor Go ‘Back To The Drawing Board’

Twenty-eight alderpeople sent a letter Tuesday urging the mayor to revise his 2027 budget proposal and ripping him for ignoring their concerns.

Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez | November 10, 2026

AO Hawaiian Hideout Sought Work For Its Staff When It Closed. These Restaurants Stepped Up.

When the eatery closed last month after 13 years in the South Loop, fellow eateries opened their doors to its former workers: "We know how…

Morgan Park H.S. Students Stage Walkout After Football Coach Abruptly Fired

Players and students want answers after coach Chris James was dismissed and the season canceled coming off the team’s state playoff loss Saturday.