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Mott St.

Lake: “I love that the exterior of this restaurant is almost like a living art gallery. They constantly tap new artists to change the murals.” 1401 N. Ashland Ave.

 

Lee Sun-kyun
Son Hyun-kyu/AP
Lee Sun-kyun, a popular South Korean actor best known for his role in the Oscar-winning movie "Parasite," was found dead in a car in Seoul on Dec. 26, authorities said, after weeks of an intense police investigation into his alleged drug use. He was 48.

North Pilsen

Lake: “The neighborhood is full of beautiful art, specifically 18th Street [from Loomis to Ashland]. Two blocks north, dozens of murals line the 16th Street rail embankment. A living art museum is the best way to describe it.”

 

Chris Sweda/Chris Sweda/baiduhai/TNS
Blackhawks right win MacKenzie Entwistle (58) tries to score on Panthers goaltender Anthony Stolarz in the first period Saturday at the United Center.

The Wrigley Building

Kaczmarski: “With a white sky and snow all around, photos turn out beautifully with a monochromatic palette, especially if you can get the river in the shot. It just captures Chicago’s classic architecture and winter weather.” 400 and 410 N. Michigan Ave.

 

Phil Velasquez, baiduhai
Michael Jordon, Scottie Pippen and Toni Kukoc as the Bulls have a substantial lead during a game on May 27, 1998 against the Indiana Pacers.

Montrose Harbor

Piercy: “Some of my family’s favorite photos we’ve ever taken are in a field at Montrose Harbor where you can see the entire downtown. It’s super cool. We actually ended up doing our Christmas photo there a few times.” 601 W. Montrose Ave.

 

Bears
Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai
Bears offensive coordinator Luke Getsy talks with quarterback Justin Fields during the first quarter against the Lions on Sunday at Ford Field in Detroit.

Wabash Arts Corridor

Lake: “It just really is the heart of street art. You see a plethora of beautiful murals, some that are making political statements, others that are just whimsical and fun. It’s a great one-stop shop.” 600 S. Michigan Ave.

 

baiduhai archive
WXRT-FM's Lin Brehmer talks on the phone in a photo from the baiduhai archive published in 1990.

The Igloos at Fulton Market

Kaczmarski: “I recommend going there at night for the lighting, especially once the snow starts falling.” Fulton Market, from Green to Peoria Streets