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Diverse group of young people actively participating in a positive community event on Chicago's South Side, showcasing unity and constructive engagement.
Business & Economy

South Side Peace Takeover Offers Alternative to Teen Trends

On May 25, Chicago Police closed DuSable Lake Shore Drive at 57th Street after approximately 1,000 people gathered in Hyde Park.

Rafael Mendoza·June 8, 2026
A closed Save A Lot grocery store in a Chicago neighborhood, symbolizing the threat to food access after the CEO's death.
Neighborhoods

Save A Lot operator death threatens Chicago food access

On April 10, the sudden death of Yellow Banana CEO Joseph Canfield triggered a default in the company's $13.

Chloe Jenkins·June 7, 2026
A dimly lit Chicago street scene with a small memorial, symbolizing the tragic loss of a beloved chef in a mass shooting incident.
Food & Drink

South Side chef killed in mass shooting, community mourns

A 23-year-old woman was shot in the head and remains in critical condition after a mass shooting on Chicago's South Side early Friday.

Aisha Patel·June 6, 2026
Diverse crowd cheering at a large outdoor screen showing a soccer match, celebrating the 2026 FIFA World Cup with vibrant flags and food stalls.
Food & Drink

Top 5 Places Hosting 2026 FIFA World Cup Events

In Lewes, Delaware, an 18-foot video wall is already planned for a single USA vs.

Aisha Patel·June 5, 2026
Diverse LGBTQ+ hockey players celebrating together on the ice, showcasing community and joy in Chicago.
Business & Economy

Exclusion fuels Chicago queer hockey growth and visibility

More than one hundred new members joined Chicago Pride Hockey this year, doubling its typical Pride month growth, even as national hockey bodies moved to exclude trans athletes.

Rafael Mendoza·June 5, 2026
Diverse group of teenagers enjoying free summer memberships at a Chicago YMCA, participating in sports, swimming, and study groups.
Neighborhoods

Chicago YMCAs offer free summer memberships to teens

This summer, 5,000 teens in the North region alone will gain free access to YMCA facilities, part of a growing trend of local YMCAs offering no-cost memberships.

Chloe Jenkins·June 4, 2026
Street sign unveiling ceremony for Honorable Lori Cannon Way in Edgewater, Chicago, with a diverse crowd celebrating LGBTQ+ activism.
Neighborhoods

Edgewater Street Renamed for LGBTQ+ Activist Lori Cannon

On what would have been her 75th birthday, over 200 people gathered in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood to witness the renaming of a major block of North Broadway to "Honorable Lori Cannon Way.

Chloe Jenkins·May 28, 2026
A lively street in Newark, New Jersey, filled with diverse new local businesses and people enjoying the vibrant urban atmosphere.
Local Spotlights

30+ New Local Businesses Opening in Newark

In Newark, Audible's Business Attraction Program has poured $4.

Caitlin O'Malley·May 20, 2026
Avondale residents enthusiastically petitioning for a new public library branch, showcasing strong community demand and civic engagement.
Real Estate & Development

Avondale Association Petitions for New Public Library Branch

In less than a week, a petition launched by the Avondale Neighborhood Association has already collected over 800 signatures, signaling a powerful community push for a new public library branch.

Rafael Mendoza·May 18, 2026