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music
  • by david hall
Riot Fest staying at Douglass Park, scrapping plans to move to Bridgeview's SeatGeek Stadium

In an abrupt about-face, festival organizers announced the event will remain in Chicago after all. Neighborhood residents who were eager to see the festival leave town expressed dismay on learning they'd be dealing with the noise, trash, traffic again.

2024-democratic-national-convention
  • by david hall
Get ready for DNC traffic: How to get around Chicago during the Democratic convention

Around the United Center, the city says road closures will begin at 7 p.m. Saturday. Street closures around McCormick Place start at 10 p.m. Friday

small-business
  • by david hall
Businesses gearing up for DNC expect a revenue boost but say it won't be a huge moneymaker

Some small businesses involved with DNC-related events — from food trucks to party planners — are excited to be a part of history, while others see the four-day convention as just another event during a busy summer season.

News
  • by david hall
NYC's Dominican Day Parade returns Sunday in Manhattan. Merengue is this year's theme.

The parade kicks off at noon on Sixth Avenue and runs between 36th and 55th streets.