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Category: CITY NEWS

Ford Maverick makes debut at Chicago Auto Show
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Ford Maverick makes debut at Chicago Auto Show

By Reel Chicago Jun 14, 2021
Following the virtual reveal of the 2022 Maverick last week, Ford announced that the all-new compact pickup truck will make its global auto show debut at the 2021 Chicago Auto ...
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Porchlight announces Broadway in Your Backyard series
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Porchlight announces Broadway in Your Backyard series

By Reel Chicago Jun 11, 2021
Porchlight Music Theatre announces the dates and cast for its Broadway in your Backyard summer concert series, directed by Michael Weber and music directed ...
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Open Chicago Night at the Museums this Friday night
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Open Chicago Night at the Museums this Friday night

By Reel Chicago Jun 10, 2021
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot, along with Chicago museum leadership, today announced for one night only, select Chicago museums will be open late for visitors under the Mayor’s Ope...
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Guidelines for Illinois Phase 5 full reopening on June 11
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Guidelines for Illinois Phase 5 full reopening on June 11

By Reel Chicago Jun 7, 2021
Phase 5 will go into effect on June 11 and mark the full reopening of all activities and businesses. Businesses, large-scale events, conventions, amusement parks, and seated-sp...
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Underground Donut Tour begins in Chicago’s West Loop
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Underground Donut Tour begins in Chicago’s West Loop

By Reel Chicago Jun 4, 2021
The Underground Donut, America's Best Donut Tour, is adding another delicious version of their highly rated Chicago tour. Specifically, showcasing the amazing donuts ...
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The Second City reopens their e.t.c. Theater Stage
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The Second City reopens their e.t.c. Theater Stage

By Reel Chicago Jun 4, 2021
The Second City, the world's leader in satirical comedy, has reopened their e.t.c. stage at Piper's Alley to audiences. The return of the e.t.c. theater with a new show, "O...
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World famous Bud Billiken Parade and Festival is Back!
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World famous Bud Billiken Parade and Festival is Back!

By Reel Chicago Jun 1, 2021
Chicago's youth will march alongside Mayor Lori Lightfoot, Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White, and a number of other local and national stars in the 92nd Annual Bud B...
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2021 Chicago beach season kicks off this weekend
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2021 Chicago beach season kicks off this weekend

By Reel Chicago May 29, 2021
22 beaches have officially opened for the 2021 season. The return of beach season is another step forward with Open Chicago, Mayor Lightfoot's initiative to safely and fully r...
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Jeep & Ram Trucks Test Tracks at Chicago Auto Show
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Jeep & Ram Trucks Test Tracks at Chicago Auto Show

By Reel Chicago May 23, 2021
Fan-favorite attractions such as the Camp Jeep and Ram Trucks Territory test tracks will return to the 2021 Chicago Auto Show special edition, scheduled for July 15-19&nbs...
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Mayor Lightfoot announces return of Lollapalooza
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Mayor Lightfoot announces return of Lollapalooza

By Reel Chicago May 21, 2021
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and Lollapalooza organizers are thrilled to announce that the world class festival will return to Grant Park at full capacity July 29-August 1, 202...
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Fully vaccinated patrons are exempt from capacity limits
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Fully vaccinated patrons are exempt from capacity limits

By Reel Chicago May 17, 2021
In addition to the increased capacity that comes with the Chicago Bridge Phase, businesses will have the option of not counting fully vaccinated individuals towards COVID-19 ca...
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Navy Pier Flyover links north & south Lakefront Trail
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Navy Pier Flyover links north & south Lakefront Trail

By Reel Chicago May 11, 2021
Years in the waiting, the amazing Navy Pier Flyover is officially open. The transformative pedestrian and bike bridge links the two halves of Chicago’s signature Lakefront Tr...
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Music and more, summer events reopen across Chicago
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Music and more, summer events reopen across Chicago

By Reel Chicago May 7, 2021
“Open Culture” signals the reopening of summer events in Chicago’s diverse and legendary cultural scene with music, dance, public art, markets, and more at Millennium Par...
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Chicago Auto Show returns to McCormick Place in July
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Chicago Auto Show returns to McCormick Place in July

By Reel Chicago May 4, 2021
The Chicago Auto Show, a marquee event that draws tourists from around the world, returns to McCormick Place marking the first large convention to take place since the COVID-19...
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Mayor Lightfoot announces the launch of Open Chicago
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Mayor Lightfoot announces the launch of Open Chicago

By Reel Chicago Apr 30, 2021
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot today announced the launch of Open Chicago, the latest initiative to safely and fully reopen the city. Open Chicago’s initial programming will feature...
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Skydeck Chicago reopens with new interactive museum
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Skydeck Chicago reopens with new interactive museum

By Reel Chicago Apr 23, 2021
EQ Office announces the exciting reopening of Skydeck Chicago at Willis Tower to the public on April 23 after completing an extensive redevelopment, raising the bar once ...
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Chicago makes plans to welcome a new casino resort
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Chicago makes plans to welcome a new casino resort

By Reel Chicago Apr 23, 2021
Chicago aims to welcome a new casino resort by 2025. The City of Chicago today officially issued a Request for Proposal for the opportunity to apply for the sole casino lice...
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Chicago Park District announces “Arts 77” arts reopening
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Chicago Park District announces “Arts 77” arts reopening

By Reel Chicago Apr 20, 2021
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot, DCASE, and the Chicago Park District announced “Arts 77” — a citywide arts recovery and reopening plan for all of Chicago’s 77 community areas,...
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Kimberly-Clark moving into Chicago’s Fulton Market
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Kimberly-Clark moving into Chicago’s Fulton Market

By Reel Chicago Apr 15, 2021
Kimberly-Clark, maker of trusted brands including Huggies, Cottonelle, Kleenex and Depend, will expand their presence in Chicago with a new commercial center for its North Amer...
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Chicago Riverwalk reopens today to residents and visitors
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Chicago Riverwalk reopens today to residents and visitors

By Reel Chicago Apr 9, 2021
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot today announced that the City is reopening its ever-popular Chicago Riverwalk for the use of residents and visitors. Starting today, the City will begi...
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