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Celebrate Millennium Park 20th Anniversary: Common, Free Cheesecake, and More

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Millennium Park is turning 20, and Chicagoans can join the celebration with four days of free activities from Thursday, July 18 through Sunday, July...

15 Free Things to To Do in Summertime Chi in 2024

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There's never a dull moment in Summertime Chi. From food festivals to outdoor concerts, there's always something to keep you entertained and satisfied. If...
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Chicago Southsider Summer Festival and Event Guide – July 2024

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As summer embraces the city, the South Side of Chicago comes alive with electrifying music, delicious food, and a strong sense of community. This...

Museum of Science & Industry Chicago Announces 10+ Illinois Free Days in 2025

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Looking to enjoy one of several scientific exhibits this new year? The Museum of Science and Industry Chicago released its schedule for free museum...
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Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium Announces 30+ Free Admission Days in 2024

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Looking to kick off 2024 with a splash? The Shedd Aquarium has unveiled its schedule for free admission days through June 2024. Starting Tuesday, January...
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Debt-Free Before Graduation: 2024 Top Scholarships for Accounting Students

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According to CollegeFactual.com, accounting is the 8th most popular major in the nation. Surprised? During the 2020-2021 academic year, there were more than 99,000...
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Chicago Native Charlene Rhinehart Will Represent Illinois in the 2023 International Ms Pageant 

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CHICAGO, June 24, 2023 /Chicago Southsider/ -- Charlene Rhinehart of Chicago has been selected to represent the state of Illinois in the 2023 International Ms. Pageant. This esteemed event, set...
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Black CPAs in Illinois: Paul G. Stewart Became the 2nd Black CPA in the...

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Paul G. Stewart was a trailblazer in the field of accounting. In 1937, Stewart became one of the few Black CPAs in the country...
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Chicago Southsider Summer Festival & Event Guide – July 2023

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As the temperature rises and summer embraces the city, the South Side of Chicago comes alive with electrifying music, mouthwatering delicacies, and a strong...
Chicago Vegandale Summer Festival

Chicago Southsider Summer Festival and Event Guide – June 2023

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Lorraine Hansberry’s Family Transformed the Face of Woodlawn During World War II. Can Black...

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Reviving Woodlawn: The Legacy of the Hansberry Family and the Future of Black Development in Chicago. Lorraine Hansberry's family made history by becoming one of...
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From Segregation to Integration: How Lorraine Hansberry’s Father used Real Estate to Transform Chicago’s...

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2022 Women to Watch Chicago Southsider

Chicago Southsider Recognizes Inaugural ‘Women to Watch’ Community Influencers for 2022

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Originally published in March 2022 on Facebook Bulletin Chicago Southsider is on a mission to showcase the best of Chicago's South Side one block...
5 Black Developers to build 3-flats in Woodlawn block, replacing 11 vacant lots

Five Black developers transform 11 Woodlawn vacant lots into 30 new homes. Will this...

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Disclosure: This article was supported by funding from the Solutions Journalism Network (SJN). SJN is a non-profit organization that promotes and supports solutions journalism,...
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Ida B. Wells Drive: Chicago’s First Major Street Named After a Black Woman

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"Just think. There will be generations that think it's perfectly normal for a major street in downtown Chicago to be named after an African...
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Behind The Trial: Chicago Southsider Teen, Emmett Till, Brutally Murdered for Allegedly Flirting with...

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4 Black-Owned Beverage Shops That Offer Fall Flavors, As Chosen By Our Readers

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Hello October! Leaves start changing colors, and Caramel Apple Cider becomes the drink of the season.
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From the Civil Rights Movement to Afrofuturism: Dance Theatre of Harlem Returns to Chicago...

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After a decade away from Chicago, Dance Theatre of Harlem is returning to the Windy City for a one-night-only presentation. On Saturday, October 17, the...

Need Help Paying Your Utility Bills? Applications Are Now Open for Illinois Energy Assistance...

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As temperatures begin to drop in Chicago, Illinois residents struggling with utility bills may be able to get some financial relief. Applications are now open...

Are You Really Hearing Each Other? Chicago-Based Intimacy Coach Explains How to Tell If...

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Sweetest Day is often associated with flowers, dinner reservations, and thoughtful gifts. But one of the most meaningful things couples can give each other...

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Opera Omar Is Coming to Chicago This Fall

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A Pulitzer Prize-winning opera centered on the extraordinary life of a West African Muslim scholar is coming to the Lyric Opera of Chicago this...

Chicago Southsider Event and Festival Guide – October 2026

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October on the South Side brings music, film, neighborhood traditions, and a few can't-miss community favorites. We've rounded up a handful of local events...

Joffrey Ballet’s The Nutcracker Returns to Chicago With a South Side Twist

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A beloved Chicago holiday tradition is returning to the stage this December. The Joffrey Ballet’s The Nutcracker will run Dec. 4 through Dec. 27 at...
Topdog/Underdog featuring South Side native Glenn Davis.

From Chatham to Steppenwolf: Glenn Davis Takes the Stage in Topdog/Underdog

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Glenn Davis knows the men at the center of Topdog/Underdog. He grew up with men like them. “I grew up in Chatham. That’s where I’m from,”...

Chicago Southsider South Side Event and Festival Guide – September 2026

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September is stacked with reasons to get out and explore Chicago's South Side. We've curated a list of events taking place this month to...
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Bani’s Beets Is Still Betting on Health on Chicago’s South Side, Even as Costs...

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Since opening Bani’s Beets in 2018, owner Auriel Banister has experienced both the highs and lows that come with running a small business on...
Storms in Illinois - August 2026

After the Storm: How Chicago Homeowners Can Protect Their Homes From Heavy Rain and...

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This year’s storms were another reminder of how quickly severe weather can disrupt our neighborhoods and put our homes at risk. Heavy rain can...