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New Illinois laws to start in July
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Curfew Plan Fails to Pass
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Navy Pier's contested Crystal Gardens revived with a temporary pop-up
The former Crystal Gardens space at Navy Pier has been the subject of controversy for the past five years, but a new roller skating pop-up opens the space to guests once again. In 2021, Navy Pier announced it would replace its free indoor botanical garden, which housed more ...
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The Obama Presidential Center will be dedicated Thursday. Here's what to expect
Nearly a decade in the making, the Obama Presidential Center will have a star-studded dedication ceremony Thursday. The grand opening, which will host "global leaders, artists, changemakers, and citizens," will feature musical performances and appearances by Bruce ...
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