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Back to SearchThe Best Stuff Under $10 in Chicago
Just because we are in the midst of Chicago winter doesn't mean you have to stay inside. Host Jacoby Cochran, executive director Simone Alicea, and p…
6 months, 3 weeks ago
CPS Abuse Investigation, Bears’ Playoff Magic, and Restaurant Week Preview
Last week, the Chicago Public Schools’ Office of the Inspector General released its annual report, which included investigations into cases of pandem…
6 months, 3 weeks ago
Biggest 2026 Primary Races to Watch in Chicago
The 2026 Primary Elections are right around the corner. So we’re talking about the biggest races we’re watching, including the contest for U.S. Senat…
6 months, 3 weeks ago
Is CPD Helping ICE? Plus, Will Bears Beat Packers?
The Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability held a meeting this week to hear testimony from Chicagoans about federal immigration en…
6 months, 4 weeks ago
What Chicago Kids Want Adults to Know
As the federal funding outlook for child care and educational programs looks more and more uncertain, we decided to visit the after-school program at…
6 months, 4 weeks ago
What You Need to Know to Live in Chicago
If your New Year’s goals involve being a better Chicagoan, then we think there are some things about the city you should know. That’s why we’re revis…
6 months, 4 weeks ago
State & Lake Closes, Bears Playoff Outlook, and City Budget Fallout
We’re back to catch up on some of the biggest stories around the city! The State & Lake CTA station officially closed Monday for a three-year renovat…
7 months ago
What U.S. Cities Will Be Talking About in 2026 (Including Chicago)
Nobody understands a city’s pulse quite like a City Cast host — and that makes them the best predictors for 2026’s biggest local stories. City Cast C…
7 months ago
Your Guide to January 2026 in Chicago
Happy New Year! We’re getting 2026 started right with a guide to what’s happening in January, from how to celebrate Martin Luther King Day to how to …
7 months ago
Are These the Best Chicago Movies of All Time?
Holidays are a great time to catch up on movies, from summer blockbusters to nostalgic classics. Earlier this year, the City Cast Chicago team set a …
7 months, 1 week ago