Pop-up grammar advice stand inspires new docu-comedy | ChicagoNOW
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In Rebel with a Clause, Ellen Jovin travels the country with her Grammar Table, sparking lively conversations about language, punctuation and connection. Director Brandt Johnson explains how the film blends humor and heart while examining America’s relationship with grammar. 

Local family carries on ‘Musick’ legacy with charity pop- up | ChicagoNOW
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After the death of designer Meg Musick-Makely, her family is continuing her Chicago-based accessories line, Music Designs with a special pop-up event in Highland Park. 

Batavia Public Library hosts 12th annual prom dress giveaway | ChicagoNOW
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The Batavia Public Library prepares for its annual prom dress giveaway, offering hundreds of donated gowns and accessories to local students at no cost. 

Headed overseas? Former CIA officer explains how to travel smarter | ChicagoNOW
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With international travel picking up for spring break, former CIA officer Doug Petteson shares advice on emergency planning, recognizing red flags and taking personal responsibility for safety while abroad. 

Texas US Senate race: Talarico wins, Cornyn and Paxton head to runoff
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The race for the U.S. Senate in Texas was heating up with State Rep. James Talarico winning the Democratic nomination and incumbent Sen. John Cornyn headed to a runoff with controversial Attorney General Ken Paxton in the GOP primary race. 

FAA weighs flight reductions at O’Hare as airlines clash over gates
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DePaul professor and aviation expert Joe Schwieterman explains how the FAA stepping in at O’Hare Airport amid a dispute between United Airlines and American Airlines could affect travelers, cancellations, and refunds this summer.

US, Israel escalate strikes on Iran as Pentagon warns conflict is 'just getting started'
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As tensions surge between the United States, Israel and Iran, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth says American military assets are increasing in the region, while lawmakers on Capitol Hill debate President Donald Trump’s authority to continue the strikes.

Win a $50,000 dream wedding at The Ten Hotel’s first bridal expo
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The Ten Hotel is hosting its inaugural Bridal Expo on March 8, where one lucky couple will win a $50,000 wedding package—complete with top local vendors—as new ownership unveils exciting updates to the venue and its vision for Chicago’s wedding community.

Babe’s Sports Bar celebrates women’s sports in Logan Square
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Babe’s Sports Bar, Chicago’s only venue exclusively showing women’s sporting events, highlights upcoming Big Ten tournament and March Madness games while sharing its experience serving 35,000 drinks since opening last September.

Spring break stay-cation ideas in Illinois
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Spring break is right around the corner — and if flights and hotel prices have you thinking twice, you might not have to go far at all.

Mr. Dad’s Fathers Club hosts second annual daddy-daughter dance
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Mr. Dad’s Fathers Club executive director Joseph Williams talks about creating space for dads and daughters to connect, what families can expect at this year’s dance, and how the group is expanding with a new clubhouse in Roseland.

Chicago Votes pushes youth turnout after near-record low participation
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After only 68% of registered voters cast ballots in the 2024 presidential election, Chicago Votes is working with students and Chicago Public Schools to boost youth participation ahead of the March 17 primary.

Illinois weighs energy costs as 26 new data centers are planned across the Chicago area
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With at least 26 proposed facilities—including a major Amazon project in Aurora—state leaders and Gov. JB Pritzker debate whether tax incentives and new legislation like the Power Act can balance economic growth with rising electricity demand and consumer utility bills.

FAA considers cutting O’Hare flights amid summer congestion concerns
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The Federal Aviation Administration is set to meet with United and American Airlines to discuss reducing flights at O’Hare International Airport this summer.

US takes on Live Nation, Ticketmaster in blockbuster antitrust trial
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The Justice Department’s lawsuit—sparked in part by the fallout from Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour ticketing chaos—aims to break up Live Nation and Ticketmaster, a move officials say could reshape the concert industry and lower costs for fans nationwide.

Driver killed in fiery crash on I-90
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A driver was killed in a fiery crash involving five vehicles on I-90 on Tuesday night in Cook County.