Will Chicago reopen mental health clinics?

Blackhawks Owner Rocky Wirtz Dead

The 70-year-old owner and chairman, who led the team to three Stanley Cup championships in 2010, 2013, and 2015, died Tuesday after a brief illness. [CHGO Sports]

• The Blackhawks were also rocked in recent years by allegations of sexual assault against an ex-coach, which Writz said he was unaware of. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

Stay Cool During Heat Wave

As temperatures creep into the 90s this week, Chicagoans can turn to cooling centers, park district field houses, and splash pads. [WBBM]

• Tell your landlord to bump the air conditioning thanks to an ordinance passed last summer. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

Assessing West Side Flood Damage

Inspectors will be knocking on doors to ask residents about losses due to intense flooding earlier this month. Residents might be asked to show proof of damage, but the assessment is free. [Block Club]

Don’t Expect Labor Strikes at 2024 DNC

Big Chicago unions have signed a “labor peace agreement” ahead of next year’s Democratic National Convention — and that includes union workers at official convention hotels. [Sun-Times]

• Elsewhere in Chicago, unions are flexing their power. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

Name a Dinosaur

The Field Museum’s Spinosaurus could soon be called Sabah, Sobek, or Sandy. Vote now to help decide! [The Field Museum]

• What happened to Sue the T. rex? [Hey Chicago ​​💻]

With the Chinatown Summer Fair back this weekend, we’re sharing some history and tips to make the most of a visit to the neighborhood.

Chinatown moved from the Loop to the South Side in the 1900s. And its distance from downtown is why Chicago’s Chinatown continues to grow while other cities’ shrink.

Photographer Jack X. Li spent a lot of time in the neighborhood growing up since both his parents worked there. He shares his fav spots👇

🥟 Something to eat

“In the mood for hot pot? Try Haidilao or Shoo Loong Kan. Dim sum is the group decision? Go to Phoenix or MingHin. At Wentworth Seafood House, I recommend any of their banquet-style seafood dishes. Lobster noodles make any occasion feel celebratory.”

🍸 Something to drink

“Nine Bar is a wonderful cocktail bar by Lily Wang and Joe Briglio. It’s been on many best-of lists for good reason! The drinks are complex, delightful, and highlight a variety of Asian ingredients such as Sichuan peppercorn and baijiu.”

🚶 Something to see

“Walk down the main stretch of Wentworth to look at some of the Chinese-style facades of the buildings, most of which date back to the early 1900s. One of my favorites is the prominent Pui Tak Center. Follow Wentworth north to Ping Tom Park to take in some of the beautiful murals that adorn the supports underneath the 18th Street bridge.”

❓ Anyone know their way around Lake Forest? We're hoping to put together a guide while the Bears are at training camp. Email us!

Summer Concert in Oak Park 🎶 Wednesday | 7–10 p.m.

See Skyway Stereo and Lorenz at Unity of Oak Park. [Free]

Yoga, Sound Bath in Portage Park 🧘 Wednesday | 5:45 p.m.

Finish off a beginners flow with a sound bath at the Joy Room. [$20]

From the ‘Go Fest in Washington Park 🎉 Saturday | 1–7 p.m.

Celebrate young Chicago creatives at the third annual fest curated by young people at DuSable Museum. [Free]

Canalport Riverwalk Park Workshop 🌊 Saturday | 2–4 p.m.

Connect with neighbors and the park with excursions, journaling, and more. Activities are offered in English, Spanish, and Mandarin. [Free]

Retro Rides at Navy Pier 🚗 All Weekend | Varies

See vintage cars from different decades Friday through Sunday. [$15]

What is Chicago Stepping?

City Cast Chicago lead producer Simone Alicea gets a stepping dance and history lesson from Kiana Moore, who comes from a family of stepping legends.