ta·co: a Mexican dish consisting of a fried tortilla, typically folded, filled with various mixtures, such as seasoned meat, beans, lettuce, and tomatoes.That’s the dictionary’s definition.Another

It is that time again! Racers and spectators, on your mark, get set…let’s go! This year is special because it marks not only the 45th annual race, but the one millionth racer will

Starbucks is a place of refuge for so many coffee lovers! Many ‘can’t live without their Starbucks’! A household name and iconic American brand, Starbucks

Some special days are enjoyed so much that they deserve a 2nd annual holiday!  Twice as nice is National Pancake Day, today, September 26th! The

Running season is upon us. Calling all runners to be part of Chicago experience through the lens of HOKA for 26th Annual LIFETIME Chicago Half

Chicago, nicknamed ‘The Capital of the Midwest‘, is one of the major cities in the U.S. known for its delicious eateries. Food is celebrated with

Imagine…A creative team of restaurant owners and culinary professionals getting together, brainstorming, and planning to present a proposal to the Mayor of Chicago on having

“It’s time to make the donuts!” “Headed to my 9 to 5!” “Gotta hit the Gig!” “Time to grind!” All of these are popular sayings

Duke Ellington.        Dizzy Gilliespie.        Thelonius Monk.        John Coltrane.        Ella Fitzgerald.       

Since 2002, bikers of all ages and speeds have taken over Chicago’s beautiful Lake Shore Drive on a 30-mile (or less) fund-raising journey. Lake Shore

HBCUs will be honored and celebrated with special events and celebrations in the sports world during the week leading up to Labor Day! The activities

Gyros. Baklava. Spinach Pie. Loukoumades. These are just a few Greek food favorites, and this weekend, these delights and many more will be enjoyed at

CALLING ALL DOG LOVERS! Over 100,000 dog lovers and ‘dog snobs’ are expected to enjoy pretty pooches, handsome hounds, canine competitions, and much more this

Adrenalin shoots up for over a million excited watchers as they enjoy the sights, sounds, and excitement of the jets flying overhead, performing daredevil feats,

To be a fan of the Chicago Bulls is very special. To show your love for the hometown team is even more special. To be

The Bud Billiken Parade and Picnic (also known as The Bud Billiken Day Parade) is an annual parade in Chicago, Illinois, and is the oldest

Resilient. Strong. Beautiful. Funny. Fashionable. Sexy. Pillars. Superwomen. These are but a few words to describe black women. For almost 30 years, the Black Women’s

It’s the yearly event with a unique name…LOLLAPALOOZA is back in Chicago and promises to provide a great time for all! A little Lolla history…

A little girl will find the individual or group she feels most comfortable with. A teenager finds those that she likes to hang around, have

It seems like things have just really gotten back to normal after all of the road closures due to the Nascar Street Races in downtown

PARENTS. Loving leaders of their offspring. Hard-working. Sometimes nagging. Sacrificing. Helpful. Protective. Proud. Inspiring. Supportive. Demanding. Strict. Fun. Uncool. Super cool. It is funny to

Everyone knows who ‘Queen Bey’ is. You know… -One of the greatest performers of her generation (or some would argue, one of the greatest of

“No one, no one, no one, no one….” “I keep on fallin’ in and out of love with you…” “This girl is on fire…” “Some

Many are looking forward to another fun Chicago weekend ahead, featuring the Windy City Smokeout! Described as “The Nation’s best in Country Music, BBQ, and

House Music. Chicago’s original. Birthed in the early/mid 1980’s, this genre was developed by young, creative Chicago DJs, artists and producers from Chicago’s underground club

The 4th of July is one of the most widely-celebrated holidays in the United States. On this national holiday, people look forward to a day

Downtown Chicago will welcome, for the first time ever, a full experience of NASCAR racing on its streets, July 1-2, 2023! There is no better

As Chicago prepares for the NASCAR Chicago Street Races tomorrow and Sunday, July 1st and 2nd, there are now multiple street and major road closures,

Dad. Daddy. Papa. Pops. Old man. FATHER. Father’s Day will be celebrated On Sunday, June 18, 2023 this year, and is a day when awesome

Juneteenth is derived from ‘June’ and ‘nineteenth’, and is the day that commemorates the freeing of all enslaved people in the United States at the

The Chicago Blues Fest returns to Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park! Chicago has quite a history singing the ‘down home blues’, with its own

Summertime in Chicago signals some incredible gatherings and events that people anticipate during the winter months! For gospel music lovers, the Chicago Gospel Fest is

Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States when the U.S. military personnel who have died while serving in the armed forces are

“Vroom….VROOM!” So many children have pushed around toy cars, hot rods, and racecars, mimicking the heavy sound of a racecar’s roaring engine. If you had

Cinco de Mayo – the 5th of May – is a day that commemorates the May 5, 1862 victory by the Mexican army over France

If you have a ‘green thumb’ (have a knack for gardening/plants/flowers), April 14th is a day that encourages and kicks off the gardening season.  Gardeners,

It’s hard to believe that the first quarter of 2023 has passed, which leads right into THAT season. No, not just Spring…but PROM SEASON! What

There are some things that are uniquely Chicago’s. A clear and traditional native is DEEP DISH PIZZA! Oh, Chicago is proud of its deep-dish (sometimes

Knock knock… Who’s there?   It’s April… April who?   APRIL FOOL’S DAY!  (I know you laughed at that one…tee hee…) April Fools’ Day is also known

After getting through the Sweet Sixteen and Elite Eight rounds, we’re down to the Final Four!  Many are surprised that the teams still left standing

The John F. Kennedy Expressway is a nearly 18-mile-long freeway in Chicago.  Portions of the freeway carry I-190, I-90, and I-94.  It is very heavily

While traveling near or in Chicago, there is one thing often associated:  TRAFFIC. Bad traffic.  I290. I294. I90. I94. I55. These are just a few

There’s NOTHING like good sleep! Bringing attention to its importance is the recognition of Sleep Awareness Week, March 12-18, 2023. And Friday, March 17th was World

Hey hey, what do you say? It’s time for St. Patrick’s Day! On Friday, March 17th, St. Patrick’s Day will be celebrated all over the

2023 Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle Sunday, March 26, 2023 When you think about St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago, you think about all of the

Are you planning a trip and looking for a luxurious and stress-free way to get to the airport? Look no further than a limousine service!

Wedding planning can be incredibly stressful, but one thing you don’t have to worry about is transportation for your big day. Booking a sprinter van