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🥯 Here’s which bagel is best

June 4, 2026 · — Emmi Mack

Shout out Albany Park! Superdawg owner Scott Berman recently took CBS for a tour of his old stomping grounds. I particularly enjoyed the Lawrence Avenue walk-through. (Speaking of which, do anyone else’s parents still sing the praises of Maury’s Red Hots?)

Today’s adventure, however, takes us to Wicker Park, where a bagel battle is brewing 👇

What's CITY Talking About

Comptroller For Mayor

Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza announced she’s running for Chicago mayor. Mendoza has been the state’s chief fiscal manager since 2016. So far, Rep. Mike Quigley (5th) and Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas are also running. [NBC 5]

Chaotic ICE Arrest in Albany Park

Federal agents crashed into a woman’s car before tasing a man they detained Tuesday. They also aimed the weapon at bystanders and threatened to arrest the woman whose car was hit. [Sun-Times]

Former WGN Staffer Files $10 Million Suit Over ‘Midway Blitz’ Arrest

Debbie Brockman, a U.S citizen who worked for the TV station, filed a claim against the federal government after she was forcefully arrested and detained last October during Operation Midway Blitz. Brockman was walking to the bus stop when she was thrown to the ground and handcuffed. [Block Club]

An Affordable Housing Solution?

Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Housing are starting a $21 million housing program to provide down payment and closing assistance for prospective homebuyers. Could this really ease the affordable housing crisis? We discuss on today's podcast – plus summer at the Chicago Public Library and where to take visitors. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

Caleb Williams for Madden

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is the cover athlete for Madden 27. He's the first Bears player to appear on the cover of one of the highest-grossing video game franchises of all time. Can Caleb avoid the infamous Madden Curse? [The Triibe]

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Today’s newsletter was all about bagels, but don’t forget National Donut Day is Friday! What’s your favorite Chicago donut? (I still haven’t gotten over the retirement of Stan’s banana Biscoff pocket.)

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