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🕺 Berlin's comeback?

April 10, 2026 · — Michelle Navarro

I mourned that I never got to dance at Berlin on Belmont. My friends are constantly talking about the nightclub that permanently closed in 2023 after 40 years. Luckily, the space is reopening as a cocktail and dance bar! Stay tuned for a review from Emmi when they open 🪩

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Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese being introduced before the Skyâs home opener against the Connecticut Sun at Wintrust Arena in Chicago on May 25, 2024.
Former Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese was introduced at the Sky’s home opener in 2024. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune/Tribune News Service via Getty Images)

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Cesar Chavez Post Office to Be Renamed

After the famed labor leader was credibly accused of rape and sexual abuse, the process of renaming the Pilsen post office named for Chavez has begun. U.S. Rep. Jesús “Chuy” García’s office is giving local high schoolers the chance to suggest new names. [Block Club]

New Birthing Center on the South Side. Plus, Chicago’s ‘81 Club’

The Chicago South Side Birthing Center broke ground this week in South Chicago. On today’s podcast, we talk about why it’s needed. Plus, we discuss a murder case that advocates say prosecutors should drop, and what Chicago is doing to get more students to the library. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

Lawmakers Want Hospitals to Announce Service Cuts, Closures

Following recent high-profile hospital closings, lawmakers want for-profit hospitals to open their finances to public auditors and force administrators to file notices when they scale back or discontinue services. [WBEZ]

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“Residual Silence,” a mosaic by Darcel Deneau, seen in Detroit during the recent National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts. (Courtesy of Bella Kiser)

Spend a Day Looking at Art in Detroit

Midwest art is abundant. There’s plenty on display this weekend, not only at EXPO but at galleries launching new shows across the city. Meanwhile, four-ish hours away, Detroit is also buzzing with creative energy. Take a day trip! Link and build! [Reader]

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