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CITY NEWS

Who’s the Best Big City in the USA? WE ARE!

By Reel Chicago Oct 11, 2024

For more reasons than we can count, Chicago has once again been named the Best Big City in the U.S. in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards. This year, more than...

REEL BUSINESS

McDonald’s and Krispy Kreme are teaming up

By Reel Chicago Oct 11, 2024

The wait is finally over for McDonald’s and Krispy Kreme lovers in Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana, as the two beloved brands are teaming up to bring fresh Krispy Kreme dou...

FILM

Sisters in Cinema creates mentorship program

By Reel Chicago Oct 11, 2024

Sisters in Cinema, established in 1997 as an online platform dedicated to African American women media creators, has joined forces with six Black women industry experts to offe...

Events

Superman II screening with Sarah Douglas Q&A at Emagine Batavia

By Reel Chicago Oct 11, 2024

Celebrated star from the iconic Superman movie series, Sarah Douglas, known for her portrayal as the Kryptonian supervillain Ursa, will be at the Emagine Batavia Theatre f...

CHICAGO MADE

Desde Cero: New NBC doc highlights migrant families in Chicago

By Reel Chicago Oct 8, 2024

NBC Chicago and Telemundo Chicago have collaborated on a poignant documentary titled Desde Cero: The Migrant Journey in Chicago, which sheds light on the personal stories of as...

HAlloween

“Smell My Feet?” No problem with Airheads foot spray

By Reel Chicago Oct 8, 2024

This Halloween, Airheads is making a playful twist on the age-old "trick-or-treat, smell my feet" rhyme by debuting its very own cherry-scented foot spray, offering a sweet sol...

Reel Ad of the Week

The Colonie and Yellow Shoes create a magical new Disney campaign

By Reel Chicago Oct 8, 2024

In a heartwarming new campaign, Disney's creative agency, Yellow Shoes, sent a film crew out on the streets, randomly asking people to share their favorite Walt Disney World me...

HAlloween

Snyder’s of Hanover gets spooky with Pretzelface

By Reel Chicago Oct 8, 2024

Move over, Jason, Leatherface and Jigsaw. This Halloween, Snyder’s of Hanover, in collaboration with Leo Burnett, is giving the holiday a savory twist with their new characte...

Events

Athenaeum Center launches Roger Deakins Photography Exhibition

By Reel Chicago Oct 8, 2024

Chicago’s Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture is hosting a special event featuring renowned cinematographer Roger Deakins and his longtime collaborator and wife, James D...

NEW WORK

NHL embraces Gen Z stars in Highdive campaign

By Reel Chicago Oct 7, 2024

The National Hockey League (NHL) started the 2024-25 season with a fresh, lighthearted commercial featuring some of its top Gen Z talent. As part of its "The Next Golden Era is...

PRODUCTION CENTRAL

Here’s what’s filming in Chicago this Fall

By Barbara Roche Oct 4, 2024

You will begin to see the welcomed sight of film crews and Honey Wagons as filming in Chicago picks up for a busy Fall. Chicago's diverse architecture, vibrant neighborhood...

CHICAGO MADE

The Chi will wrap filming of Season 7 on October 9

By Barbara Roche Oct 4, 2024

The first half of season six was record-breaking for The Chi, with the award-winning drama series delivering its most-watched season yet on SHOWTIME, and a surprise finale wit...

Reel Ad of the Week

Highdive shows ‘There’s more to DISH” in new work

By Reel Chicago Oct 3, 2024

Just like there’s more than meets the eye to these individuals, DISH Network is positioning itself as a service with more to offer than people might think. The central theme?...

AWARDS

Leo Burnett wins Jay Chiat Awards’ Grand Prix

By Reel Chicago Oct 3, 2024

The 2024 Jay Chiat Awards, organized by the 4A’s (American Association of Advertising Agencies), celebrated strategic excellence in advertising across 12 categories. Leo Burn...

NEW WORK

Heinz Ketchup celebrates superfans with Chicago artist

By Reel Chicago Oct 2, 2024

Heinz Ketchup celebrated superfans in a fun and unique way by creating a one-of-a-kind ketchup packet suit jacket for Heinz Le, a longtime devotee of the brand who wore it for ...

In memoriam

Remembering John Ashton’s Chicago films

By Barbara Roche Sep 30, 2024

John Ashton, the beloved American actor best known for his memorable roles in iconic films of the 1980s and 1990s, passed away at the age of 76. In a career that spanned more t...

CHICAGO MADE

Flex Obscura joins the 9th Annual AfroFuturist Weekend Festival

By Reel Chicago Sep 30, 2024

Flex Obscura, a new film series and festival concept is adding film to the fold at the 9th Annual AfroFuturist Weekend Festival with support by Elastic Arts. Flex Obscura Serie...

ACCOUNT WINS

Cramer-Krasselt wins Belle Tire business

By Reel Chicago Sep 30, 2024

Cramer-Krasselt (C-K), one of the nation’s largest independent and data-driven marketing agencies, is excited to announce the addition of retailer Belle Tire to its diverse p...

ONE CHICAGO

CHICAGO FIRE: The Severide and Kidd journey in Season 13

By Barbara Roche Sep 27, 2024

Ever since Kelly Severide (Taylor Kinney) and Stella Kidd (Miranda Rae Mayo) first locked eyes on Chicago Fire, their relationship has captivated fans. Over the years, they've ...

CHICAGO MADE

NBC Sports Chicago says farewell with marathon of top historic moments

By Reel Chicago Sep 27, 2024

On Sunday, September 29 and Monday, September 30, NBC Sports Chicago – The local television home of Chicago Sports for the past 20 years – will say farewell to vi...

TOP STORIES

What would happen if One Chicago Wednesday left ?

Puppy Love documentary: A Heartfelt Tale of Resilience and Hope

30th Annual Black Harvest Film Festival announces full schedule

Who’s the Best Big City in the USA? WE ARE!

McDonald’s and Krispy Kreme are teaming up

Sisters in Cinema creates mentorship program

Superman II screening with Sarah Douglas Q&A at Emagine Batavia

Desde Cero: New NBC doc highlights migrant families in Chicago

“Smell My Feet?” No problem with Airheads foot spray

The Colonie and Yellow Shoes create a magical new Disney campaign

Snyder’s of Hanover gets spooky with Pretzelface

Athenaeum Center launches Roger Deakins Photography Exhibition

NHL embraces Gen Z stars in Highdive campaign

Here’s what’s filming in Chicago this Fall

The Chi will wrap filming of Season 7 on October 9

Highdive shows ‘There’s more to DISH” in new work

Leo Burnett wins Jay Chiat Awards’ Grand Prix

Heinz Ketchup celebrates superfans with Chicago artist

Remembering John Ashton’s Chicago films

Flex Obscura joins the 9th Annual AfroFuturist Weekend Festival

Cramer-Krasselt wins Belle Tire business

CHICAGO FIRE: The Severide and Kidd journey in Season 13

NBC Sports Chicago says farewell with marathon of top historic moments

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