Business
Sixth Chicago-Area Starbucks Votes to Unionize, Joining More than 200 Across US
The coffee shop, located at Lincoln and Jersey avenues on the border of North Park and West Ridge, is located in the Lincoln Village shopping center. It’s now the sixth Chicago-area Starbucks to vote for unionization – and among more than 200 around the nation to unionize so far.
Food
15 Chicago Food Events to Dig into this August
If you like garlic, corn, ribs, sangria, and much more, there are a variety of food events for you to enjoy in and around Chicago this month.
History
The Great Loop Flood of 1992
Why does Chicago have a freight tunnel system? Explore the strange tunnels that played a big role in the 1992 Loop flood.
Arts & Entertainment
Building Bridges, Not Barriers: Interfaith Summit in Chicago a Call to Action
Next week, Chicago will host the Interfaith Leadership Summit. For 23 years, the event has brought together students and educators from across the country to promote religious pluralism.
For kids
Free Road Trip Games and Activities for Kids
Is your family ready to travel farther from home this summer? More travel can lead to more waiting, riding, or flying time. That can be tough for a young child — they’ll want something fun to do! Ease their boredom and wiggles with a mix of some favorite on-screen and off-screen activities from PBS KIDS for your next road trip.
Enter to Win
Grand Prize: 2023 Subaru Crosstrek
The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek is endlessly versatile, exceptionally capable, and the embodiment of style, technology, and comfort. You’ll be wowed by its stunning design, premium interior, and features that take Subaru’s legendary safety to a whole new level.
