Chicago restaurants

Chicago food has never been sweeter – especially for owners Chekell Hill (of Chekell’s SoulFood Palace) and Brian Moskiewicz (of Red Coal BBQ Family Restaurant), who call Chicago their hometown – although Hill is on the south side and Moskiewicz on the north side. Their new restaurant, Soutside Soul, is …

Shauna Burns, who works for advertising company Pedal Power, rides a bike and displays an advertisement for the Chomp delivery service in downtown Cedar Rapids on Wednesday. Chomp was created by independent restaurateurs who came together to invest in their own food delivery service. (Rebecca F. Miller / The Gazette) …

HANOVER – Hanover has never been a city known as a nightlife destination, but an ambitious project currently underway in the basement of Dartmouth’s old bookstore on South Main Street could change that. Hanover developer Jay Campion is building a nearly 7,000 square foot restaurant and nightclub that will include …

At a time when Chicago cops feel demoralized and the city struggles to recruit new cops, we can’t imagine why the mayor would go after cops for moonlighting. If the Chicago Police Department’s rules on side jobs for cops are too loose – and we’re not convinced – the time …

With over 20,000 followers on Instagram, The GR Guide, aka Sara Visser, easily earned her nickname. Visser is a born and raised Grand Rapidian who jumped onto the Instagram platform very early on while living and working in Chicago and today operates a thriving account, @thegrguide, (and a blog) where …

The Malnati family retains a stake in the company as a result of the transaction, one of the people said. Bloomberg News reported in April that the company was investigating a sale and working with an advisor. BDT representatives Lou Malnati’s and Meritage did not immediately respond to requests for …

Srinivasa Nimmagadda, the owner of a new restaurant which will open this fall in the State Farm building in Dunwoody, wants to make Indian cuisine more “mainstream” by following the model of “healthy and accessible” fast casual chains like Chipotle. With ten locations slated for the Atlanta area over the …

Just in time for Halloween, Thorn Restaurant & Lounge, located in The Rose Hotel Chicago O’Hare, a Tapestry Collection by Hilton hotel, located at 5200 Pearl St., is delighted to partner with The Prisoner Wine Company for a wine of exclusive prisoner Dinner on Friday October 29 at 7 p.m. …

Lightfoot is determined to keep the Bears in Chicago originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago The Chicago Bears are set to leave town after signing a contract to buy and sell the entire Arlington Park plot of land in Arlington Heights. Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot has been quick to respond …

The first thing I ever tasted at Café Mochiko was Elaine Townsend’s donut. And what a donut it was. It was dense and wet and mellow; it tasted like coconut and there was a sticky sugar icing that shattered slightly when I bit into it. Townsend told me it was …

Multi-unit agreements continue to flow for Thin Chickens, which, with recent signings, has added 59 locations to its development pipeline. The chicken chain has signed a 32-unit agreement with Thomas barnett and Shane Jacobs of Barnett Management to develop the concept across Arizona. The Phoenix-based group operates more than 50 …

CHICAGO (WLS) – Our Chicago: Nuestras Historias Our Chicago: Nuestras Historias is a special dedicated to telling the stories of Windy City’s vibrant Latin communities. In this episode of Hispanic Heritage Month, we introduce you to one of the city’s most accomplished muralists … and a foodie favorite on the …

Fishermen’s Quarter Fishers District, one of the fastest growing retail and restaurant areas in the Indianapolis area, was acquired by a Chicago-based company in a real estate transaction that also includes a complex upscale 260-unit apartments. Thompson Thrift, based in Terre Haute, who developed the 18-acre property south of 96th …

Coming from all walks of life, no two students will have the same interests, beliefs or tastes. Ultimately, we all have to eat. According to the USDA, the average college-age student spends between $ 225 and $ 400 on food each month, depending on their eating habits. With the advancement …

A number of car hijackings were reported in Chicago’s Bucktown and Wicker Park neighborhoods for a week this month, sparking concern among residents and business leaders. Eight carjackings took place between Sept. 13 and Sept. 20, including four over a four-hour period overnight, according to a community alert issued by …

After shortages of boba, ketchup, and perhaps most devastatingly, chicken, you can now find yourself empty-handed the next time you go to a local restaurant and order your favorite booze. According to the latest reports, alcohol is scarce in some states, and liquor stores and restaurants are struggling to meet …

Restaurants have started bringing their A-game to terraces during the pandemic, and a new ranking is itching for a foodie journey coast-to-coast across the United States. OpenTable just released its list of the finest outdoor restaurants in North America, and many of them can be found in larger cities across …

More innovation at Bellagreen, Big Deal Burger, Bonefish Grill, Chuck E. Cheese, Church’s Chicken, Dave & Busters, Juice It Up !, Just Salad, Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken, Lion’s Choice, Old Chicago Pizza and Taproom, PDQ, PJ’s Coffee, Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery, Romano’s Macaroni Grill, Velvet Taco, Voodoo Donut and …

MORTON GROVE, Illinois (CBS) – Some restaurateurs in the northern suburbs are concerned for their safety after being the target of threatening hate letters. As CBS 2’s Charlie De Mar reported Thursday night, Morton Grove police are investigating at least two restaurants that received hate-filled letters. Meanwhile, a restaurant owner …

Wine spectator The Canlis Grand Prix winner in Seattle welcomed a new team member this month: Linda Milagros Violago, the first woman to lead the wine program since the restaurant opened in 1950. Violago succeeds Nelson Daquip, left in June 2021 to settle in Los Angeles, where he held a …

At least two racist letters sent this week to businesses in the northern Evanston suburbs were made to look like court orders sent by Cook County judges, officials said. At least one of the letters included the mailing address of the Cook County Courthouse in Skokie and was written – …

Chicago’s Greek Quarter. credit: Greek journalist Chicago’s Greek Quarter, the dining and nightlife district of the city’s Near West Side, is the undisputed cultural hub of the third largest population of Greeks living in the United States. Greektown bars and restaurants, serving some of the best Greek food in the …

Good afternoon. Here’s the latest Chicago news you need to know. This is an approximately 5 minute read that will educate you on today’s biggest stories. This afternoon will be mostly cloudy with a high of nearly 66 degrees and gusts of up to 20 mph. It will be mostly …

This month, house brands and design studios are proving their versatility by launching innovative spaces and new types of shopping experiences. In our September roundup, BOH has gathered all the expansions and openings you need to have on your radar. Connecticut In New Canaan, designer of luxury bedding and textiles …

Yes, Chicago has some amazing ceviche options.| Shutterstock It’s as if the mere act of uttering the word “ceviche” transports guests to a beach as soon as it stuck out their tongue. And that’s probably because, in their minds, the concept is classified under “seaside”. Usually prepared with cubed or …

What role does technology play in adapting to the evolution of CRE and the work environment? Camillucci: COVID has accelerated the trend of using e-commerce to purchase a wide range of products. This in turn shaped the commercial real estate market by driving demand for warehousing, trucking and logistics facilities. …

Haitian migrants gather on the banks of the Rio Grande after crossing the United States from Mexico on Saturday, September 18, 2021, in Del Rio, Texas. (AP Photo / Eric Gay) DEL RIO, Texas (AP) – The United States acted on Sunday to stem the flow of migrants to Texas …

Alice Davis, owner of Bergstein’s Deli, with her daughter Rachel, talks about the impact of federal aid on the business during the pandemic. From left to right, behind her, Chicago Heights Mayor David Gonzalez, US Representative Robin Kelly and Chicago Heights Alderman George Brassea. Representative Robin Kelly, D-Il, said she …

LAS VEGAS – Several gallops out of the door, Rose’s Crystal stammered. The 4 year old roan filly almost collided with the beast in front of her, so jockey Juan Hernandez stopped for a bit. About 330 miles from this eighth race, one mile across the Del Mar turf on …

NEW YORK – Nestled between a laundromat and a pub in Astoria, Queens, you’ll find a piece of Puerto Rico. “Puerto Rican food truly nourishes the heart and soul. You cook with so much love you transcend […] the food, ”said Derick Lopez, executive chef and founder of The Freakin …

Unofficially, fall is definitely here. And guess what? Fall is a great time to take your wife, partner or girlfriend to discover what Chicago has to offer. From cozy interiors and delicious bites to live music, grab your favorite plaid jacket and head to these hot spots for a special …

The Chicago Riverwalk is a popular and historic part of the downtown atmosphere of the city, but with many changes over the years, there is plenty to do and see that you might not have. su. If you’re looking for ways to enjoy the waterfront like a true Chicagoan, look …

Housing “” Local News “” Chicago has been named the second most beautiful city in the world. The reason is as follows. Chicago has just been classified The second most beautiful city in the world And by voters in 27,000 polls on the Wait Time Index around the world (the …

Welcome to the inaugural edition of Chicago crest, an overview of what’s happening and happening in Chi-town today. My name is Eileen and i will bring you the day Best Stories straight to your inbox. Are you a local business owner or trader in Chicago? Our premium local sponsorships keep …

Whether you live in the suburbs or out of state, if you are planning to travel to Chicago, there are some things you need to know. While all of Illinois is under a new mask mandate for interior spaces, Chicago has its own mandate as well as a travel advisory …

PLEASANTON, CA – Zachary’s Chicago Pizza, a pizzeria with unique pies not to be confused with “Sicilian style,” “stuffed crust” or other varieties of “deep dishes,” will mark its Pleasanton Friday grand opening, with a party proceeds for the Pleasanton Partnerships in Education Foundation. Twenty percent of sales from the …

Labor Day weekend is expected to bring sunshine and clear skies to the Chicago area for one of the city’s last summer moments. From the North Coast and ARC music festivals to the Roscoe Village Burger Fest and Cubs games, there are plenty of ways to enjoy this Chicago vacation …

The calendars have been checked, the dates selected, and you are now ready to schedule one final family reunion to spoof everyone else. The main objective: to spend quality time together under the same roof or in the same building. Fortunately, booking a vacation rental has never been easier, and …

With Cook County seeing a rapid increase in COVID cases, health officials have reinstated a mask warrant for all residents aged 2 and older, regardless of a person’s COVID vaccination status. This mask mandate applies to all indoor public spaces, with specific exceptions, and went into effect Monday. Here are …

Even without the boost from a popular ESPN series, the Chicago Bulls’ latest dance looms large in basketball lore. The 1997-98 campaign was the last time Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen and Dennis Rodman touched hardwood together. They of course won the championship, solidifying their status as one of the greatest …

McEWEN, Tennessee – Rescue teams continued to search for dozens of people missing in Tennessee on Sunday after flooding caused by extraordinarily heavy rains that washed away homes and killed at least 10 people. Flooding in rural Humphreys County destroyed roads, cell phone towers and phone lines, leaving families in …

CHICAGO (WLS) – Taste of Greektown is the largest celebration of Hellenic cuisine and culture in Chicago. It returns at the end of the month, with restaurants, bars and a gyro-eating contest. Live music and entertainment at the 31st Taste of Greektown features Hellas 2000 on the main festival stage, …

As the executive director of Hello West Michigan, Gray promotes the region on behalf of the 80 employers who fund the agency so they can more easily recruit from people who may be attracted to large cities and towns. other states. It wasn’t always easy. Isely, the Grand Valley economist, …

For a little while there, it seemed like the COVID-19 pandemic was stopping and coming to an end. Sure, scientists have accepted that there is almost no chance this new coronavirus will ever go away, but at least infection and death rates were declining across the United States in the …

12th Ward Alderman George Cardenas has declared his opposition to a 24/7 drive-thru development project at 3320 S. Ashland Ave. in Chicago’s McKinley Park neighborhood, as well as its intention to reduce the area of ​​this stretch of South Ashland Avenue for further consideration for future development. The project to …

SOUTH HAVEN, Mich. (WLS) – It’s time for our special series, One Tank Trips – family fun you can access with a full tank of gas! Roz Varon visited many cities in Michigan, but this was his first time in South Haven. If you’re looking for a getaway with beautiful …

As New York City now requires proof of vaccination for indoor activities such as dining, fitness and entertainment, could such a measure be implemented in Chicago? According to the best doc in town, the answer may be, but not yet. Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr Allison Arwady said …

McDonald’s is teaming up with hip-hop artist Saweetie for their next celebrity menu collaboration. The fast food chain announced Thursday that the “Saweetie Meal” will arrive at participating restaurants nationwide starting August 9. It includes a Big Mac, four Chicken McNuggets, Medium Fries, Medium Sprite, Tangy BBQ Sauce and “Saweetie …

Photo courtesy of Cornerstone Restaurant Group Cornerstone Restaurant Group, which operates Michael Jordan’s Steak House, Urbanbelly and a number of other restaurants in Chicago, is opening five concepts at Purdue Memorial Union, located on the university’s campus in West Lafayette, Indiana. CRG is partnering with Aramark, Purdue’s food service provider, …

Little Chicago open sign in Mason City. Little Chicago owner Darin Reynolds is being held at his company’s new location on Tuesday at 1343 N. Federal Ave in Mason City. Darin Reynolds, left, and her brother, Derek Reynolds, cook gyros and pizza at their Mason City restaurant, Little Chicago, in …

Do not turn off the iO theater lights just yet. Longtime North Side comedy house owner Charna Halpern said Monday she sold the building and the iO brand to a pair of local real estate executives. The buyers, Scott Gendell and Larry Weiner, plan to reopen the space at 1501 …

Chicago (CBS) – Some Chicago restaurants are changing their hours of operation. It is not due to a shortage of customers. It is a labor shortage. Read more: The devastated family remember an accident in which four young men killed in Hickory Hills split their car in half. Jackie Kostek …

“Sundays on State” returns this weekend in The Loop, as Chicago prepares to close several of its busiest streets this summer to make room for alfresco dining and live music. On State Street from Madison to Lake, the street festival will close to cars for shows and outdoor dining on …

Chicago’s summer is in full swing as the city sees relaxed COVID-19 mitigations and more of a return to normal in the past two months. From the Auto Show and Pokémon GO Fest to Tacos and Tamales Fest and White Sox games, there are plenty of ways to soak up …

Chicago needs to step up its recycling game. A report released Wednesday included important recommendations to boost recycling in Chicago. We hope the city will do all of this and more. Chicago generates over 4 million tonnes of waste every year, and it needs to improve to recycle as much …

Eight miles north of the Loop, manufacturing buildings, Victorian homes, and small businesses line the streets of Ravenswood. The community borders on North Center and Lincoln Square, and there is a lot of disagreement over when and where the boundaries of the three neighborhoods begin. Interactive map: More from our …

Mayor Lori Lightfoot released a long-awaited report on Chicago’s waste stream on Wednesday, tailored to reduce the volume of trash and improve the city’s dismal recycling rates. The report contains 63 “policy recommendations” to ease the burden on Chicago taxpayers by reducing landfill costs, minimizing contamination of recyclable materials, increasing …

Escareño, originally from Zacatecas, Mexico, moved on as an administrative assistant in the city’s Office of Budget and Management shortly after high school. She has been BACP Commissioner since 2017 and prior to that she was Deputy Chief Operating Officer to Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Deputy Press Secretary to Mayor Richard …

While many of Chicago’s favorite street and music festivals are set to return to the city this summer, not all will be the same. It might not be more obvious than the reimagined Taste of Chicago festival that started this week in a pop-up or take-out-like interpretation of the world’s …

home “” Local News “” Break – Chicago’s largest outdoor patio restaurant The first time you see Recess’s outdoor patio, you might think it was specially designed to meet pandemic-related seating restrictions and social distancing requirements imposed earlier this year. Seriously, why do restaurants need an outdoor patio larger than …

Former NHL defenseman Bryan “Bugsy” Watson, who played for Scotty Bowman with Doug Harvey and coached Wayne Gretzky when he was in hockey, has passed away. He was 78 years old. A spokesperson for the Washington Capitals said Friday that club owner Monumental Sports & Entertainment learned of his death …

While some festivals have taken place this spring and summer in Chicago, none have had the size and scope of the Windy City Smokeout. Returning to the United Center parking lots July 8-11 – after last year’s installment was canceled due to the pandemic – the city’s first full-scale food …

Taste of Chicago on-the-go returns this week with music, dance and food events across town. The week-long summer event, July 7-11, will feature nearly 40 participating restaurants, cooking demonstrations, Community Eats serving local nonprofits, and pop music performances. up at participating restaurants across town, featuring artists from the Chicago Band. …

CHICAGO, IL – Looking for things to do this week? Your Chicago Patch Community Calendar is a great way to keep tabs on what’s happening near you and find local events that match your interests. Here are some of the events happening in town this week. Want to see your …

Governor Pritzker joins the US Small Business Administration to stop at a small business affected by the pandemic, La Catedral Café & Restaurant in Chicago. Small Business Administration chief Isabel Guzman visited Chicago on Friday as thousands of the city’s restaurateurs digested some bad news. The SBA has announced that …

CHICAGO (CBS) – Amid calls for peace ahead of a historically dangerous Chicago vacation weekend, violence is already hitting the families of the three slaughtered children in the past 24 hours. One month old Tarriana Smith was shot in the head in the mass shooting in Englewood on Thursday night. …

OAKLAND, Calif .– Last fall, as the weather cooled and coronavirus cases began to increase, May Seto, owner of Grand Lake Kitchen in Oakland, refurbished a used pizza oven and started a take out and delivery pizza business in an additional kitchen where she had cooked for catering and private …

Each year, new laws come into effect in Illinois on several dates, including July 1. Governor JB Pritzker enacted 42 bills in this legislative session and while many came into force earlier this year, there are still some important measures coming into effect on Thursday that you should know. There’s …

^ Keep Dallas Observer Free I support Local Community Journalism Support the independent voice of Dallas and help keep the future of Dallas Observer free. A new generation of casual Indian restaurants is emerging in Irving, and it has become one of the most interesting and delicious recent developments in …

Camerino Gonzalez Valle, who founded Chicago’s popular Mexican restaurants Taqueria Los Comales almost half a century ago, died of cancer at his home in Orland Park on Wednesday at 81, according to his son. Lawrence. In 1973, Mr. Gonzalez started his business in Little Village, taking over a 26th Street …

Texas-based Luby’s Inc. took another crucial step in its liquidation plans on Monday, securing the transfer of a number of its Luby’s Cafeteria restaurants to Chicago entrepreneur Calvin Gin. The sale, which includes 32 locations in Texas and full ownership of the Luby’s Cafeteria brand, is a happy ending for …

(“Chef Lovely” leads the TikTok challenge) As the country emerges from pandemic closures and capacity limits, local restaurants across the country get a eggs boost from a popular menu mainstay – the Amazing Egg – and a healthy dose of hometown competition. Ignite America’s Footstepshttp://tiktok.comto eat at the restaurant, the …

As Illinois continues to reopen in Phase 5, COVID-19 mitigation measures will be eased statewide and residents may start to feel like they are back to normal. According to Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, entering phase 5 “businesses, large-scale events, conventions, amusement parks, spectator seats, etc.” will develop a COVID-19 pandemic …

EUGENE, Ore. – The typical celebration for many athletes who qualify for the Olympics revolves around one thing: food. Months, sometimes years, of strict diets are geared towards the goal of gambling. And when they get there, it’s time to celebrate. After his victory over 400 meters at the US …

Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s pandemic relief program – including a revised midnight curfew on city-wide alcohol sales – is set to cross city council on Wednesday to cheers from an industry restoration devastated and still recovering. “We are on the road to recovery. However, the road will be long and difficult. …

The new gourmet restaurant of Award-winning chef James Beard Adam Siegel arrives in the 7Seventy7 building in downtown Milwaukee in the spring of 2022. The Lupi & Iris restaurant will offer Mediterranean cuisine found along the French and Italian Riviera. Siegel joined forces with the architect and the commercial real …

Earlier in June, Maifest, the annual German heritage festival in Lincoln Square featuring traditional food, beers and music, was canceled for the second year in a row. The street party drew crowds to the plaza, thirsty to enjoy an ice-cold lager while hanging out in the German-American center of Chicago. …

Over the weekend, Lakeview closed a section of Broadway south of Belmont, pedestrianizing the road and turning parts of it into more patio space for neighborhood restaurants. The practice began last year at the height of the pandemic, providing a creative way for restaurants to survive while indoor meals were …

CHICAGO (CBS) – Between Lollapalooza and some restaurants in Chicago, you may need to prove your COVID-19 vaccination status. But carrying your Centers for Disease Control and Prevention vaccination record means there’s a higher risk of losing it. So what if you do? READ MORE: Chicago Weather: Warm Winds Tuesday …

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer apologized Sunday after apparently violating state-imposed social distancing guidelines at an East Lansing bar and grill. It was the latest pandemic-related faux pas for the Democratic governor, who has waited weeks to release partial details of a private jet travel she visited her father in Florida …

A well-known street vendor in the Rogers Park neighborhood died Friday after being hospitalized with COVID-19 for several weeks. “As much as the doctors tried, they said there was nothing more that could be done to save him; he needed to rest, ”his niece said. Illinois public health officials reported …

More than any other industry, the restaurant industry has been beaten in 2020. Here in Illinois, the entertainment and hospitality industry lost more than 216,000 jobs last year according to the Illinois Department of Employment Security – the long-awaited reopening of culinary hotspots from Chicago should therefore be good news. …

Police arrested a prime suspect in an attack on Jewish diners at a Los Angeles restaurant earlier this week that is under investigation as a possible anti-Semitic hate crime. The man, whose name has not been released, was arrested Friday night at an out-of-town house and charged with assault with …

Chicagoans take advantage of warm temperatures by relaxing at the beach, eating al fresco For certain weekends through the end of summer, part of Southport Avenue will be closed to allow for an extension of outdoor dining at seven restaurants. CHICAGO – It was like summer at Montrose Beach on …

Chicago’s popular Aba Restaurant is a must-see summer spot for many Chicagoans with its rooftop and outdoor seating area, which is why it’s no surprise that the restaurant’s reservation options are almost fully booked for several weeks at a time. ‘advanced. According to the Mediterranean-style restaurant’s Tock page, reservations for …

The last time the Chicago public school system agreed to lease some of its school parking lots to a company that then billed people for parking there at nearby sporting events, things didn’t end well. . The heavyweight company that made the deal for nearly a decade continued to charge …

Yugen, a fine-dining restaurant with an exorbitant tasting menu of $ 215 per person, suddenly closed on Wednesday, and it’s the second sudden shutter of the space in three years. In November 2018, Yugen replaced Grace, a three-Michelin-starred restaurant that closed in December 2017. Grace’s disappearance made national headlines and …

Avli on the Park – the fourth restaurant of Greek-American chef Louie Alexakis and Lou Canellis’ fast-growing modern Greek food empire – opened this week. The new flagship represents the next chapter in the brand’s attempt to dominate Chicago, establishing itself at 180 N. Field Boulevard, the former home of …

The Cubs got the nod on Wednesday to play a rare Friday night game on June 18 against the Miami Marlins, as the team returns to Chicago late at night after playing the Mets in New York. Normally Friday and Saturday night games are banned as they worsen parking and …

PARIS – It’s a great day for the French. Sidewalk cafes and restaurants reopened on Wednesday after a six-month coronavirus shutdown deprived residents of the essence of French “joie de vivre” – sipping coffee and red wine with friends. The French government is gradually lifting restrictions to prevent a resurgence …

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Monday lifted the state’s mask mandate for fully vaccinated people, but points out that restaurateurs have a choice to require customers to wear headgear while patronizing their companies. The next day, Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced that Chicago would follow the state’s lead to match updated …

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There has been a lot of good news in Chicago lately, especially when it comes to the The city reopening initiative, which has increased the capacity of restaurants and bars, has set a goal for a full reopening of the city and allows big events like Lollapalooza to take place …

LOS ANGELES (CBSLA) – Authorities are investigating whether an attack on dinners that occurred outside a Beverly Grove restaurant late Tuesday night was a Jewish hate crime. Mobile phone video of a group of men attacking diners at a restaurant in the Beverly Grove neighborhood of Los Angeles, California on …

CHICAGO (WLS) – Fifteen neighborhoods will participate in the first round of the Chicago Alfresco program, the city’s initiative to open certain streets for eating, walking and biking. Last year, the city gave special permits for bars and restaurants to set up tables in closed streets or parking lots. Now …

After more than a year of work and anticipation, a popular Palatine barbecue is about to move to a larger space with a full bar and outdoor patio. Chicago Culinary Kitchen, known for its local menu of brisket, pulled pork, ribs, and pastrami, has won an enthusiastic following with its …

GRANT PARK MUSIC FESTIVAL: The outdoor concert series returns to Millennium Park, starting the weekend of July 4. Seating in the Pritzker Pavilion requires reservations, as will seating on the lawn, where social distancing will be marked by painted squares on the grass. Consult the schedule here and security protocols …

A Chicago suburb has taken an unusual step, instituting a curfew on bars and restaurants that it hopes will limit rowdy behavior, but some business owners fear the policy will negatively impact their businesses. results. The move comes after a growing number of incidents, some of which have turned violent, …

Oswego Police continue to investigate after a confrontation between an employee and a customer at a restaurant in suburban Portillo was filmed, with the clip spreading like wildfire on social media. The incident occurred on Sunday after a drink spilled inside the vehicle of a customer at the restaurant. The …

CHICAGO (CBS) – A stretch of Broadway has been closed and the street turned into an outdoor dining area for part of last summer to help struggling restaurants during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now a grant will help this neighborhood, and 14 others, do something similar. The objective is to revive …