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🎒 Could remote learning protect Chicago students?
February 2, 2026 · — Natalia Aldana
Hey there! City Cast editor Natalia Aldana here, filling in for Emmi.
💫 Chicago will never forget Catherine O’Hara shouting “Kevin!” in “Home Alone,” making her the iconic movie mom for all millennials. The award-winning actress died Friday and will forever be remembered for her comedic chops in films like “Best in Show,” as the eccentric Delia Deetz in the “Beetlejuice” films, and — one of my personal favorites — as the fabulous Moira Rose in “Schitt’s Creek.” She was 71.
What's CITY Talking About
Pritzker Urges Probe of Trump Immigration Officials
The Illinois Accountability Commission, at the urging of Gov. JB Pritzker, on Friday considered a probe into the Trump administration’s aggressive immigration raids in Chicago and surrounding suburbs. If approved, the commission will determine future steps to hold federal officials accountable for misconduct. [WTTW]
Could Remote Learning Protect Immigrant Students?
The Chicago Teachers Union hopes to negotiate with Chicago Public Schools over remote learning options to protect students amid escalating federal immigration raids. The district says under current rules, the state would have to declare a public health emergency. But CTU vice president Jackson Potter said the system has to respond to “this new terrain, which is more vicious and traumatic.” [Sun-Times]
Harvey’s Mayor Has Died
Mayor Christopher Clark, who was first elected in 2019, has passed away, according to a city statement issued Friday. The City of Harvey extended its condolences to Clark’s family and has assured residents that city services and operations will continue without interruptions. [Tribune 🔒]
- Late last year, Clark faced criticism amid the south suburb’s financial troubles. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]
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What To Do
Monday, Feb. 2
- 🎉 3rd Annual Harold Ramis Day | Harry Caray's | Navy Pier
- 🎥 "Groundhog Day" | Dunning Branch
- 🎉 A Groundhog Day celebration | Woodstock
- 🍽️ Chicago Restaurant Week | Various locations
- 🇮🇪 Chicago Contra Dance | Irish American Heritage Center | Mayfair
- 🕺🏻 Free Mondays | Empty Bottle | Ukrainian Village
- 🍎 "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn — Part 2" party | Alamo Drafthouse | Wrigleyville
- 🤘 Punk Rock Monday | Delilah’s | Lincoln Park
- 🇫🇷 February Fantastique 2026 starts | Alliance Française de Chicago | River North
Tuesday, Feb. 3
- 🎤 Debunking Grandma's Al Capone Stories | Bad Apple | Lincoln Park
- 📚 “Mass Mothering” by Sarah Bruni | Women & Children First | Andersonville
- 🏒 "Heated Rivalry" party | Location TBA | Humboldt Park
- 🤣 Sketchtest | Bughouse Theater | North Center
- 🐠 Free admission | Shedd Aquarium | Museum Campus
- 🎶 Winter Sparks Baroque music | Art Institute of Chicago | Loop
- 🧪 Free admission | Museum of Science and Industry | Jackson Park
- 🍽️ Chicago Restaurant Week | Various locations
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