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Why Are Chicago Street Festivals Struggling? Plus, New Restaurants We’re Watching

Published 11 months, 2 weeks ago
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As street festival organizers struggle with rising costs, a coalition is urging Chicagoans to donate at the gate this summer. Host Jacoby Cochran and producer Michelle Navarro discuss the hurdles facing the city’s (mostly) free street fests and the future of summertime Chi. Plus, new restaurant openings and how to get our new City Cast Chicago Neighbors mug. 

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