Grant Park’s damage assessment begins after Lollapalooza
A survey of the damage to lawns, landscaping and other infrastructure is set to take place this week.
Zoey Hill-Hernandez, Reporter
Chicago prepares for Lollapalooza
Before hundreds of thousands of fans fill Grant Park this weekend, workers across Chicago have spent weeks preparing the city for one of its biggest events of the year.
This summer’s soccer spotlight is helping grow the women’s game in Chicago
As fans gather to watch this summer's FIFA World Cup, coaches, players and families across the city hope the global spotlight inspires more girls to lace up their cleats and strengthen Chicago’s growing women's soccer community.
Chicago museum exhibit explores freedom through activism
As the nation marks its 250th Independence Day, the Chicago History Museum's refreshed "Facing Freedom" exhibit explores how generations of activists have shaped the meaning of freedom through stories rooted in Chicago.
As the FIFA World Cup approaches, Chicago’s soccer community is ready
An estimated 63,636 fans attended a U.S.-Germany friendly on Saturday, June 6 at Soldier Field, offering a glimpse of the soccer culture that is thriving in Chicago ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Iraq and Venezuela are scheduled to meet Tuesday, June 9 at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, giving local fans another opportunity to watch international soccer before the tournament begins next week.