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🐶 Why Chicago dogs need licenses
August 7, 2023
As the dog days of summer come to an end, we’re wondering about your fav places to take your dog in the city. A park? A patio? A beach? Tell us.
What's CITY Talking About?
Temporary Casino Delayed
Bally’s temporary casino at the Medinah Temple in River North is now set to open in September as the casino awaits final approvals from Illinois gambling authorities. [Sun-Times]
- From pinball to gyms, Bally’s has an interesting history in Chicago. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]
Latest COVID Uptick
Local public health experts say it’s too soon to determine whether a surge is happening, but they’re monitoring hospitalizations and wastewater. A new vaccine is expected in the fall. [WTTW]
Chicago Alternatives to Sriracha
The sriracha shortage has been going on for three years: Low chili pepper supply has made bottles go for $30 on Amazon. Luckily, there are other affordable hot sauces made by local brands. [WBEZ]
Where Is It?
Last Week’s Winner
Answer: The Ashland CTA station. Congrats to random winner Ryland R., who brought you this week’s clues.
This Week’s Clues
Who is this North Side statue of? Bonus points if you know the nickname. Reply correctly for a chance to pick next week’s trivia.
- This is a younger, hunkier version of an Illinois president
- Located in Senn Park in Edgewater
- Created in 1945 and installed on the North Side in 1997, Chicagoans thirst over this statue
- This prez has been played by Daniel Day-Lewis in an award-winning film and separately reimagined as a vampire hunter in another movie
What To Do
South Loop Standup 🎙️ Monday | 7–8 p.m.
Be ready to laugh all night long at Reggies. [Free]
Sunset Pilates in Lincoln Park 🌇 Wednesday | 6:30 p.m.
Strengthen your core and stretch at Lincoln Common Plaza. [$15]
Back of the Yards Farm Volunteer 🍎 Thursday | 4–7 p.m.
Go to the Breathing Room garden to shift compost, plant, harvest, water crops, or clean-up. [Free]
Prince Tribute Show in Aurora 💜 Friday | 8 p.m.
The Purple Reign tribute band is keeping the Purple One’s memory alive by performing his biggest hits at the Paramount Theatre. [$37+]
Today on City Cast
Amid Strikes, What’s Next for Chicago Film Industry?
Local TV and film actors held another rally downtown last week as they strike with writers for better pay and job security. The Spool editor-in-chief Clint Worthington has been talking with actors, writers, and tradespeople about how the strike is unfolding in Chicago.
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