C2E2 returns to Chicago with a packed weekend for fans of comics, movies, and gaming
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Jake Hamilton reports live from McCormick Place with a preview of the Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo, highlighting the biggest attractions for pop culture fans.

Chicago artist highlights hidden gems across the city in new print series
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Illustrator Steve Shanabruch shares the inspiration behind his latest work capturing Chicago’s lesser-known spots and how exploring the city is fueling his creativity.

Chicago springs to life with events, baseball, and seasonal fun across the city
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Choose Chicago’s Stephen Crano shares the top signs of spring in the city, must-see cultural events, and how to plan the perfect April day or weekend getaway.

Time to get geeky at C2E2 in Chicago
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Jake Hamilton reports from McCormick Place with a preview of the Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo, highlighting the biggest attractions for pop culture fans.

Spend in the Black event returns to spotlight Chicago’s Black-owned businesses
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Community leaders Pastor Charlie Dates and Alderman William Hall share how the “Spend in the Black” event is uplifting Black-owned businesses across Chicago, what attendees can expect, and how one business will receive a $15,000 grant.

Chicago’s social clubs are bouncing back after pandemic slowdown
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Crain's Chicago Business reporter John Schroyer discusses the city’s social club comeback, what’s driving renewed interest, how clubs are collaborating to attract members, and why some nightlife spots are still struggling.

Delivery robots crash twice in Chicago, raising safety concerns
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After two recent delivery robot crashes into a Chicago bus shelter, city leaders and tech experts discuss reliability, safety risks, and what needs to change as autonomous machines expand on city streets.

Spring clean your finances with simple steps to save more and cut debt
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Consumer expert Andrea Woroch shares easy ways to reset your budget, cancel unused subscriptions, build savings, and tackle credit card debt for quick financial wins.

PAWS Chicago welcomes 41 rescued dogs from Los Angeles
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Carlos Ahdahn from PAWS Chicago explains how the dogs were flown to Chicago for urgent care, the “welcome home” process, and how the community can help these pups find forever homes.

Women behind Malört: Uncovering a lesser-known part of Chicago’s iconic spirit
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CH Distillery’s Katey “Bunny” Rafanello discusses the role women have played in shaping Malört’s history and how opportunities for women in the spirits industry are evolving.

How the arts are fueling a downtown Chicago comeback
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The Chicago Loop Alliance shares how turning vacant storefronts into creative spaces is boosting the local economy, supporting artists, and bringing new energy back to the Loop.

Investing in Chicago’s youth: My Brother’s Keeper builds pathways for young men of color
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Jermaine Anderson discusses how the Obama Foundation-backed My Brother’s Keeper initiative is creating mentorship, career, and community opportunities to support boys and young men of color in Chicago.

Chicago women founders team up for cupcakes and cocktails supporting a cause
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Mara Smith of Inspiro Tequila and Teresa Ging of Sugar Bliss share how their Women’s History Month collaboration supports the Women’s Business Development Center and empowers the next generation of women entrepreneurs.

South Side health conference aims to empower women across generations
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Ald. Jeanette Taylor (20th) previews a weekend event focused on expanding healthcare education, creating safe spaces for discussion and connecting women of all ages with resources.