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☀️ Chicago’s warm weather record
December 3, 2024 · —Natalie Rivera
Hello! This is City Cast’s Natalie Rivera covering for Sidney Madden. Now that my fridge is free of Thanksgiving leftovers, I’m officially looking forward to my favorite Christmas food tradition: tamales! Where’s your favorite place to get tamales in the city?
What's CITY Talking About?
Chicago On Track for Warmest Year Ever
The Chicago area has had its warmest year through November, officially breaking a record set more than a century ago despite the recent cold snap. The average temperature so far this year was 57 degrees, beating 1921’s record of 56.4 degrees. [Sun-Times]
Rogers Park Metra Station Renovations Delayed
After initially projecting to start in 2025, Metra officials recently told neighbors they do not have a timeline for construction on the station, which hasn’t had upgrades since the 90s. [Block Club]
Stateville Prison Transfers Disrupt Visits
About 400 inmates have been transferred to other prisons around Illinois as the state prepares to demolish and rebuild Stateville. But some of these prisons are too far out for some families. The Tribune spoke with loved ones struggling to visit. [Tribune🔒]
Revisiting The Bear’s Worst Losses
The Bears made franchise history last week when they fired head coach Matt Eberflus, which came after a brutal loss to the Detroit Lions. But was that the worst Bears loss of the season? We investigate! Plus, an overnight parking ban update we all could use right now. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]
What To Do
Tuesday, Dec. 3
- Community Bonfire 🔥 Garfield Ridge | 5–7 p.m. | Free
- “& Juliet” opens 🎭 The Loop | 7 p.m. | $66+
- “The Early Works of Langston Hughes” 📖 Andersonville | 7–8:30 p.m. | Free
- Erin Mckeown's Anti-Holiday Spectacular ❌ Evanston | 7:30 p.m. | $15+
- AJ McQueen 🎤 Hyde Park | 8–10 p.m. | $35
Wednesday, Dec. 4
- Family Animal Olympics Trail 👟 Western Springs | 10 a.m. to Noon | Free
- Holiday Makers Market 🛍️ Harold Washington Library | 3–7:30 p.m. | Free
- Sensory Friendly ZooLights Night ✨ Lincoln Park | 4:30–9 p.m. | $7
- “A Nativity Tribute” ✝️ River North | 7–8:30 p.m. | $50
That’s it from me! Thanks for hanging out.
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