A Locals’ Guide to Navigating MLS All-Star Week By Julie Dugdale The hordes will be descending as we host one of the most popular sports teams on the planet. Here's how to embrace—or simply survive—the festivities. Read more
Those Farmers Market Fruits Are Begging to Be Part of This Summery Sangria By Maggie Hennessy Salero’s bar manager shows how to spike raspberries and peaches with vodka and vermouth. Read more
Can Navy Pier Ever Be Cool? By Joel Reese Roll your eyes if you want, but the tourist spot’s new makeover may finally win over locals. Read more
Cheers to Sunshine: Cabana Club By DS Shin and Emma Krupp Our summer video series featuring favorite rooftop bars takes a trip to Wicker Park. Read more
This Program Brings Dance Out of the Theater, Into the Parks By Emma Krupp Dance in the Parks takes advantage of Chicago's beautiful parks and vibrant dance community to build bridges to new audiences. Read more
The Least Touristy Places to Eat Near Tourist Destinations By Lisa Arnett Eat like a local, even on a tourist's itinerary Read more
Apogee Lounge Is a Picture-Perfect Summer Spot By Emma Krupp and DS Shin With Instagram-worthy cocktails and both upscale and casual spaces, this rooftop bar can suit all tastes. Read more
What to Wear (and What to Toss) this Summer By Moira Lawler The Tie Bar is now offering closet consultations. We got some wardrobe tips from one of their experts. Read more
This Chicago Team Went from Last to Nearly First in 17 Games By John Wilkinson If you're looking for a bright spot in Chicago sports, head to tomorrow's Fire game. Read more
Get a Scoop of History at Chicago's Classic Ice Cream Shops By Sarah Conway Five stores, 400-plus years in business, countless smiles served. Read more
