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Author and socio-political comedian W. Kamau Bell, host of CNN's "United Shades of America," is coming to Oak Park for a stand-up show and book discussion.

Comic W. Kamau Bell, host of ‘Shades of America,’ to talk politics, race and fatherhood

May 8, 2019 at 11:51 a.m.

The subtitle of "The Awkward Thoughts of W. Kamau Bell" by the socio-political comic reads as, "Tales of a 6'4", African American, Heterosexual, Cisgender, Left-Leaning, Asthmatic, Black and Proud Blerd,...

Best Chicago happy hour deals: April 27-May 3

May 23, 2019 at 2:36 a.m.

Here's where to drink on a budget in Chicago this week. Thursday, April 27 The Market By Foxtrot (1019 W. Lake St. 312-374-3080) hosts a bash featuring tastings from Revolution...

Stephanie Danler’s novel ‘Sweetbitter’ digs into dining culture

May 23, 2019 at 10:02 a.m.

When Stephanie Danler was coming up with Tess, the protagonist of her debut novel "Sweetbitter," she started with a bit of autobiography. Both women moved to New York in 2006...

Best Chicago happy hour deals: April 20-26

May 23, 2019 at 2:36 a.m.

Here's where to drink on a budget in Chicago this week. Thursday, April 20 Shop ethically made clothing and accessories while enjoying complimentary light bites and champagne from 6-8 p.m....

Designers’ magic on display at Lake Forest Showhouse

May 14, 2019 at 11:17 a.m.

When Leslie Martin was invited to tour the Howard Van Doren Shaw-designed estate that would be used for this year's Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens, she thought that the event...

Imbolo Mbue’s novel dives into the American Dream

May 14, 2019 at 2:39 a.m.

In 2009, the financial crisis was supposedly over, but it didn't feel that way to Imbolo Mbue. She lost her job working at a magazine in New York and began...

Best Chicago happy hour deals: April 13-19

May 23, 2019 at 2:36 a.m.

As we near the end of the week, it's time to start priming your mind and alcohol tolerance for the weekend. To assist, we rounded up the top happy hour...

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Introducing Chicago’s new rooftops and patios of 2017

May 9, 2019 at 10:41 p.m.

After putting up with a gray winter and rainy, cold early spring, Chicagoans want to savor every moment of beautiful weather. That means donning sundresses and shorts as soon as...

Starbucks’ new Mercato menu arrives in Chicago

May 9, 2019 at 10:41 p.m.

Starbucks is testing a new selection of grab-and-go lunch items at 100 downtown Chicago locations starting April 11. Dubbed Mercato, the menu offers a more upscale approach to food than...

Easter brunches: A buffet of options from eggs Benedict to stuffed French toast

May 14, 2019 at 11:16 a.m.

Want to celebrate an Easter morning or afternoon with the family but don't want the stress of hosting? Let one of these local spots do the cooking for you and...

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