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🥂 Did Al Capone REALLY hang at the Green Mill?
February 11, 2026 · — Emmi Mack
Bye-bye Coco! Food delivery robots will not be expanding further across Wicker Park and Logan Square following pushback from neighbors … However, the robots continue trekking across other parts of the city (occasionally running into pedestrians).
What's CITY Talking About
Amid Bridge Closure Chaos, a Push for Oversight
Multiple bridges over the Chicago River downtown and on the North Side are currently closed for repairs. As neighbors voiced traffic frustrations, Ald. Brian Hopkins (2nd) proposed an ordinance that would require the city to detail bridge maintenance plans with the City Council ahead of time. It’s now headed for a full vote. [NBC 5]
How Many Chicagoans Are Unhoused?
Is the number of Chicagoans experiencing homelessness going up or down? Writer and professor Dr. Eve Ewing and freelance journalist Samantha Smylie join City Cast Chicago to discuss the latest … we’re also ranking Chicago’s breakfast sandwiches. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]
Grant Park Reimagined (With More Bathrooms)
After years of public input, the Park District has revealed new plans for Grant Park. They include public bathrooms, improved lake access, and new walkways over Lake Shore Drive. Not yet revealed: costs and project priorities. [Block Club]
Art Institute Gets First Norman Rockwell — It's of the Cubs
“The Dugout” by Norman Rockwell is now on display at the Art Institute of Chicago. It depicts a dejected Chicago Cubs player (is there any other kind?) and hangs next to Grant Wood’s “American Gothic.” A gift from former Gov. Bruce Rauner, “The Dugout” marks the museum's first Rockwell. [Sun-Times]
- Hurry: The Art Institute is free on weekdays through Feb. 27. [City Cast Chicago 💻]
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Election Judges Needed for March 17th Primary Election
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Architecture and Design Film Festival February 19-22
Chicago Architecture Center presents 10 films highlighting creative vision, design innovation and human relationships in architecture across the globe. Topics range from the importance of protected bike lanes to the architecture of NASA shuttles. Tickets ($15-$20; $9 for students) and film trailers are available at architecture.org/filmfest
What To Do
Wednesday, Feb. 11
- 💓 Love Illustrated | Davis Theater | Lincoln Square
- 🧪 Free admission | Museum of Science and Industry | Jackson Park
- 💔 My Bloody Valentine fundraiser | The Newport Theater | Northalsted
- 📖 "The Hard Work of Hope" discussion | The Seminary Co-op | Hyde Park
- 🎭 Chicago Theatre Week | Various locations
- 🍽️ Chicago Black Restaurant Week | Various locations
- 🐠 Free admission | Shedd Aquarium | Museum Campus
💔 RIP to the Open Books on Milwaukee, which closes at the end of the month. If, like me, you’ll need another place to shop, consider these indie options.
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