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A Chicago City Council committee approved plans for a 22,000-seat soccer stadium for the Chicago Fire at The 78 development site. The $650 million project, expected to open in 2028, will include a dedicated bus route and some parking options for fans. The full City Council will vote on the project Thursday.
Preservationists are working to save Roger Brown’s former home and studio in Lincoln Park from potential demolition after the School of the Art Institute of Chicago listed the property for sale. The 19th-century building, significant to Chicago's art history, housed Brown's creative work for over 20 years. Preservation groups are urging the city to designate the property as a landmark to prevent its destruction.
Chicago health officials report 81 new mpox cases in the past six months, urging vaccinations to curb the spread. Most cases, particularly among gay and bisexual men, emerged since June 10, with 14 reported in just one week. Vaccination is crucial for reducing illness severity, according to local health experts.
Local officials and nonprofit leaders broke ground on Casa Yucatán, a new development providing 98 affordable apartments in Pilsen. The project will support families earning 30-70 percent of the area median income, with rents ranging from $551 to $1,768 monthly. Completion is expected by fall 2026, addressing the neighborhood's housing crisis.
Tony Fitzpatrick's new book, “The Sun at the End of the Road,” captures his life and love for Chicago through various artistic mediums. The book, available Oct. 1, reflects on personal memories and cultural observations, despite Fitzpatrick's recent diagnosis of interstitial lung disease. His upcoming gallery show and performance at Steppenwolf Theatre coincide with the book's release.
Wintrust Bank's latest mural, featuring AI-generated art, has faced backlash from local artists and commuters who decry it as "AI slop." Critics argue that the use of artificial intelligence undermines the value of human artistry, prompting calls for a policy change regarding mural commissions. The bank, however, maintains that the nonprofit responsible for the mural chose this method for cost efficiency.
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) rejected demands from the U.S. Department of Education to halt its Black Student Success Plan and alter policies for transgender students. CPS argued that the federal requests conflict with state laws, which support both diversity initiatives and transgender rights.
Organizers will hold daily protests at the Broadview ICE facility, escalating from previous Friday-only demonstrations, to oppose increased immigration enforcement under the Trump administration. The facility processes individuals arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement, making it a focal point for protesters amid recent federal operations targeting undocumented residents. Federal authorities reported violent confrontations with demonstrators, resulting in multiple arrests.
“Drag Race: The Experience” will open at Exhibition Hub Art Center in Logan Square from November 28 to December 30, allowing fans to explore iconic spaces and challenges from “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” Attendees can participate in interactive activities and have the chance to meet a surprise drag queen with VIP tickets.
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams led his team to a 31-14 victory over the Cowboys, throwing four touchdowns and earning fans free hot dogs from The Wieners Circle. The promotion, contingent on Williams' performance, offers free hot dogs to fans this Tuesday, a welcome treat for a struggling Bears fanbase.