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💰Inside Chicago’s temporary casino, sportsbook
June 22, 2023
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What's CITY Talking About?
In City Council News …
Alders approved $8.8 million to settle three police misconduct cases, which Chicago taxpayers will pay. The Warehouse, the West Loop club where house music was born, is now a landmark. [WTTW]
- How did Chicago’s Black and brown queer communities pioneer the genre? [City Cast Chicago 🎧]
Inside Temporary Casino, New Sportsbook
A look at Bally’s in Medinah Temple in River North revealed three floors of slot and table games. A sneak peek at DraftKings sportsbook by Wrigley Field showed a massive screen and elevated bar food. State regulators need to give final approval for both projects; though, the sportsbook is set to partially open Tuesday. [Sun-Times; WGN]
Chicago Public Library Dumping Museum Passes
Explore More Illinois is replacing the popular museum passes that Chicago families could physically check out for a week at a time, a move parents have voiced as being more restrictive and poorly advertised. [Block Club]
- How do you keep your Chicago kids busy in the summer? You could try a reading challenge, camps, and more. [Hey Chicago 💻]
Do the Bulls Have a Draft Plan?
Will two-time All-Star guard Zach LaVine be traded? Saying goodbye to the star player could yield the team's highest trade return. [NBC Sports Chicago]
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What To Do
Garfield Park Grocery Store Meeting | Thursday | 5:30 p.m.
Go to Legler Regional Library to learn about a mixed-use complex anchored by a grocery store. [Free]
Congo Square Fest in Washington Park | Thursday | 7 p.m.
Catch a reading of Paris Crayton’s new play “Welcome to the Blue Swan” during happy hour at Retreat at Currency Exchange. [Free]
Wild Mile Block Party on Goose Island | Sunday | 3–8 p.m.
How should you celebrate the progress of the floating eco-park? Food, beer, raffles, guided tours, and music at the block party. [Free]
Joffrey For All Downtown | Sunday | 5:30 p.m.
See performances from “Anna Karenina,” original works from the dance company’s choreographers, and more in Millennium Park. [Free]
Geneva Swedish Days | All Weekend | Varies
The five-day fest has been celebrated in the west suburb since 1949. Check out the craft beer tent, carnival, kids activities, and American and Swedish dishes. [Free]
Today on City Cast
How to Eat Through Summertime Chi
In the last of our summer entertainment guides, Dario Durham of the “77 Flavors” podcast shares tips on Chicago patios, rooftops, and alfresco dining.
First there was the horny farmers market, and now there’s the horny grocery store. Are Chicago Trader Joe’s workers also getting it on? I am nosy 👀
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