Chicago: Most Popular Articles

Annual Events - November
A hand-picked listing of Chicago's most vibrant annual November events. Find great Chicago events and festivals for November.

December Annual Events
Find Chicago December events and holiday things to do with this hand-picked list of traditions.

Chicago Christmas
Find a hand-picked list of the top Chicago events and things to do during the Christmas holidays 2009.

Mag Mile Lights Parade
Every year Chicago hosts the Mag Mile Lights Parade down its famed Michigan Avenue. See a 2009 schedule of events for the Magnificent Mile Lights Fest and learn what you need to know to attend the parade and the festival.

Thanksgiving Day Parade
Find maps of the time, starting and ending points, grand marshal and more for the Thanksgiving Day Parade in Chicago. Also learn TV broadcast inf and other helpful information for enjoying this Chicago Thanksgiving Day tradition to the fullest.

Christmas Tree Lighting
Find the date, location, hours, and other key info about the ceremony and how to attend. Every year downtown Chicago ignites the holiday season with its traditional Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in Daley Plaza.

Find IL State Representatives
Identify your Illinois State Representative and district easily and accurately with this guide for Illinois residents.

Top 10 Chicago Museums
Chicago's museums rank among the best in the world. Find the essential info you need to visit them today.

Christkindlmarket
Find the information you need about Chicago's Christkindlmarket that takes place in Daley Plaza every Christmas season.

Millennium Park Ice Skating
Find hours, location, rental information, tips and more about ice skating and the ice rink in Millennium Park, Chicago, Illinois.

Jobs at Chicago Employers
From the City of Chicago to Google and Harpo Productions, find Chicago jobs at some of city's best employers by going directly to the hiring source.

CPS Calendar 09-10
Find the Chicago Public Schools calendar for 2009-2010 for regular elementary and high schools. It includes the dates the Chicago Public Schools are closed.

Neighborhoods, Community Areas
What is the difference between a Chicago neighborhood and a Chicago community area? What exactly are wards? Find answers, see maps, and more with this Chicago FAQ answer sheet.

Inauguration Day Fast Facts
Find quick facts and details about Inauguration Day events for U.S. President-elect Barack Obama. Inauguration Day was January 20, 2009.

Chicago Thanksgiving
Find our top picks for enjoying Thanksgiving Day in Chicago on November 27, 2008.

Top 10 Bars in Chicago
Find our hand-picked list of the best bars in Chicago chosen by Sean Parnell of the Chicago Bar Project.

Who is My IL State Senator?
Identify your Illinois State Senator and district easily and accurately with this guide.

Chicago Newspapers
Find the major daily, weekly, and bi-monthly newspapers of Chicago, IL with links to each newspaper's site.

Shedd Aquarium - Free Days
Find the 2009 schedule of free days when general admission is free at the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago.

The Tin Man Sculpture in Oz Park, Chicago, IL
The Tin Man sculpture in Oz Park, Chicago

Free Days at Chicago Museums
Save money and enjoy Chicago with this lengthy list of free days in 2009 when Chicago museums and other cultural centers offer free general admission.

Who is my Chicago Alderman?
Identify your Chicago alderman and the Chicago ward you live in quickly and effectively.

Annual Events - January
Find a hand-picked list of our favorite annual events and things to do in Chicago in January 2010.

Chicago Pow-Wow
Chicago's annual powwow is the Midwest's largest gathering of Native American culture. It's open to the public and held every year in November. Learn more here.

Ice Skating Photos Millennium
See photos of the Chicago skating ice rink at Millennium Park.

Millennium Park - Fast Facts
Find the location, hours, main attractions and other essential information for Millennium Park in Chicago.

Top 12 Chicago Dog Parks
The Chicago Park District likes to call dog parks "dog friendly areas." But, if your dog is like mine, she won't know the difference.

Obama Photos - Chicago
See a photo of Barack and Michelle Obama's home in the Kenwood neighborhood of Chicago, IL.

Chicago Jobs at Colleges
Find jobs at Chicago colleges and universities with these listings.

Obama Timeline
Read a biographical timeline with links to photos, speeches, and more about the life and rise of President Barack Obama.

Obama Favorite Restaurants
Learn more about which Chicago restaurants Barack Obama and Michelle Obama favor when they're in the city.

Chicago Bears 2009 Schedule
Find the Chicago Bears schedule, start time, and TV schedule for the Chicago Bears 2009 football season.

Top 5 Christmas Bars
Find our top five, hand-picked Chicago bars for celebrating the holiday season.

Sasha Obama Photos
See photos of Sasha Obama, the younger daughter of President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama, during the 2008 campaign and on election night.

Michelle Obama
Find Michelle Obama background information, photos, speeches, Chicago places where she loves to shop, and more.

Terzo Piano
Find the location, hours, menus, and more for the Terzo Piano restaurant located in the Modern Wing of the Art Institute of Chicago.

MSI Chicago - Free Days
Find the 2009 schedule of free days when general admission is free at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago.

Bears Hall of Fame Photos
See pictures of some of the Chicago Bears Hall of Fame players, including Mike Singletary, Walter Payton, and Mike Ditka.

Lincoln Park Top Things to Do
Find ten great things to experience when you visit Lincoln Park in Chicago.

Contact Senator Burris
Find contact information, phone numbers, and website resources for U.S. Senator Roland Burris, a Democrat from Illinois. He is the junior senator from Illinois.

Annual Events - March
Discover a hand-picked list of the best annual events and things to do in Chicago in March 2010.

Chicago at Christmas Photos
See photos of Chicago during Christmas.

Buy Chicago City Stickers
If you live in Chicago, you need a Chicago city sticker for your car and truck. They expire every year on June 30. Find out where to buy them here.

Toys for Tots Parade
Find details about the time, date, location, participation, and more for the Chicago Toys for Tots Motorcycle Parade.

Neighborhood Newspapers
Find Chicago's neighborhood and community newspapers here.

Obama Wins Photos
See Barack Obama photos from Election Night in Grant Park, Chicago, after he won his bid to become President of the United States on November 4, 2008.

Malia Obama Photos, Gallery 1
See photos of Malia Obama, the older daughter of President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama, from 2004 to 2008.

Chicago Events - February
Discover a hand-picked calendar of the best annual events and things to do in Chicago in February for 2010.

Using the CTA Trip Planner
Find out how to quickly identify the best routes to use on Chicago CTA, Metra and Pace public transportation systems.

Jobs at Chicago Fortune 500
Find Chicago jobs and career opportunities at the ten Fortune 500 companies headquartered in Chicago, IL with this essential Chicago job search list.

Shedd Aquarium - Fast Facts
Find the location, hours, key features, and more fast facts for the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago, IL.

Art Institute - Free Days
Find the 2009 schedule of free days when general admission is free at the Art Institute of Chicago.

Halloween in Chicago
Spookify your Chicago Halloween in 2009 with these great Halloween events and things to do.

Great Chicago Breakfast Spots
Where are some of the best places to eat breakfast and brunch in Chicago? Find them here.

Obama Photos - Looks of Love
See pictures of Barack Obama and Michelle Obama and their looks of love in this special photo gallery.

Art Institute of Chicago
Find the location, hours, Modern Wing info, free days, and more fast facts about the Art Institute of Chicago.

Michelle Obama Photo Gallery 1
See a photo timeline of Michelle Obama from the day Barack Obama announced his bid for President of the United States to the Election Night when he won it.

Chicago Movies 1990 to 2006
Find out what movies were filmed in Chicago from 1990 to 2006.

Contact Dick Durbin
Find contact information, phone numbers, and website resources for U.S. Senator Richard Durbin, a Democrat from Illinois. He is the senior senator from Illinois.

Chicago Jobs - Top Sites
Use these essential sites for finding a job in Chicago. We've focused on including established job sites and professional associations while avoiding infrequently updated sites or ones that re-hash job listings pulled from elsewhere.

Top 3 Places to See Santa
Find our top three picks for where to Santa for free in Chicago during the 2008 holiday season.

Blackhawks Photos - 09 Round 2
See photos from the Chicago Blackhawks vs. the Vancouver Canucks in Round 2 of the 2009 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Election Night Photos - Grant
See election night photos from Grant Park on the night Barack Obama won his bid for President of the United States.

Chicago Parades
Find date, time, location, and more essential information for Chicago's most popular parades.

What is a Chicago ward?
What is a Chicago ward? Find out here.

Chicago Kids Theater
Find Chicago's best children's theatre companies.

Barack Obama Info
Find essential information including bio timeline, photos, key speeches, Chicago connections and more about President Barack Obama.

Illinois Lottery Numbers
Did you win the Illinois lottery? Check here for the official winning numbers.

Obama - First 100 Days Photos
See a photo timeline of President Barack Obama and pictures of his first 100 days in office.

Field Museum - Free Days
Find the 2009 schedule of free days when general admission is free at the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago.

Obama Chicago
Discover significant Chicago places, Chicago restaurants, and Chicago buildings in Barack Obama and Michelle Obama's history and lives in Chicago.

Millennium Park Skating Tips
Find helpful tips for planning your trip to the Millennium Park Ice Rink in Chicago, Illinois.

McHenry Cty Polling Place
Find your McHenry County polling place quickly and easily by typing your address into the McHenry County Clerk's website.

Museum of Science and Industry
Find the location, hours, key exhibits, admission, and more for the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago.

U of C - 10 Great Things to Do
Find 10 great things to see and do on the campus of the University of Chicago. All are open to the public.

Chicago Calendar
Find a hand-picked Chicago calendar of annual events, festivals, and things to do in the City of Chicago. Discover Chicago event highlights for every month of the year.

Downtown Farmers Markets
Every summer Chicago snubs its nose at concrete and rolls out the farmers. Find downtown Chicago's farmers markets here.

Cubs Best Players Ever
Who were the best baseball players in the history of the Chicago Cubs? Find out here.

Jobs at Illinois Fortune 500
Find jobs at the top ten Illinois companies on Fortune Magazine's 2009 Fortune 500 list of top businesses.

Barack Obama Photo Galleries
View dozens of photos of Barack Obama.

Wreathing of the Lions
Find the date, time, location and more for the annual Wreathing of the Lions ceremony at the Art Institute of Chicago.

Adler Planetarium - Free Days
Find the 2009 schedule of free days when general admission is free at the Adler Planetarium in Chicago.

Obama Presidential Bid Photos
Picture of Oprah Winfrey backing Barack Obama for President of the United States on December 9, 2007.

Who is My U.S. Congress Rep?
Identify your representative to the United States House of Representatives quickly and accurately.

Where is Chicago Located?
Learn more about Chicago, Illinois and see a map of its location.

Neighborhood Farmers Markets
Find hours, location, and schedules for Chicago's 2009 neighborhood farmers markets.

Top 5 Public Golf Courses
Find the top 5 public golf courses in Chicago and book tee times for your next round.

Illinois Jobs
Find Illinois jobs, jobs openings, and career opportunities at this Illinois and Chicago, Illinois job resource center. This site is created and maintained locally in Chicago, Illinois.

Great Irish Pubs
Find the top 7 Chicago Irish pubs and restaurants recommended by local author Sharon Shea Bossard.

Top Chicago Cubs Gifts
Find the top items that every Chicago Cubs fan should own. How many of them do you have?

Inauguration Concert Photos
See a photo of Beyonce Knowles at Barack Obama's Inauguration Concert.

Chicago Jobs at Private Firms
Find jobs at Chicago's largest privately held companies with these essential links.

Vienna Beef Factory Store
Find the hours, locations, products, and shopper comments for the Vienna Beef Factory Store located on Chicago's north side.

Great Chicago Gift Ideas
Looking for affordable and unique gift ideas for your favorite Chicagoans or Chicago fans? Then, here's a list of suggestions with surefire appeal (and there's not a coffee mug among them.)

Name of the Obama Dog
Find out the name and see photos of the Obama family dog.

Bo Obama Photos
See a photo gallery of the President Barack Obama's dog, Bo, and the first family playing with their new dog Bo.

Chicago Bears - 2008 Schedule
Find the Chicago Bears 2008 schedule and final scores.

South Shore Center Photos
See photos of the South Shore Cultural Center in Chicago. The South Shore Cultural Center is where Barack Obama and Michelle Obama held their wedding reception.

Illinois Millionaire Raffle
Find the dates, winning numbers, jackpots, ticket prices, and more for the annual St. Patrick's Day Millionaire Raffle sponsored by the Illinois Lottery.

What is an Alderman?
What is a Chicago alderman?

Chicago Marathon 2008 Photos
See a picture of 2008 Chicago Marathon women's winner Lidya Grigoryeva.

Hull House Ghost Pictures
See photos of possible ghosts taken at the historic Hull House in Chicago, Illinois.

Chicago Museum Late Hours
Squeeze more into your life by taking advantage of late hours (and often free admission) at these cultural gems.

Chicago Ice Skating Rinks
Find the location, maps, and other essential info for the top x ice skating rinks in Chicago, Illinois.

Modern Wing - 10 Great Things
Find 10 things that you won't want to overlook when you visit the Art Institute of Chicago's Modern Wing.

Lincoln Park Profile
Lincoln Park is a popular neighborhood on Chicago's north side that is rich with culture, nature, shopping, and, well, rich people. But don't let that keep you from exploring its impressive cultural institutions, memorable restaurants, and tree-lined streets. Check out these resources for getting the most out of Lincoln Park.

Obama White Sox Fan
See photos of Barack Obama throwing out the first pitch at a Chicago White Sox playoff game. Obama, who lives on Chicago's south side, clearly loves Chicago's south side Sox team.

St. Patrick's Day
Find extensive info about parades, the dyeing of the Chicago River, best Irish pubs, and more events for celebrating Chicago St. Patrick's Day 2009.

Museum of Contemporary Art
The Museum of Contemporary Art is Chicago's premiere destination for connecting with contemporary art, performance, classes and culture. Find a profile of the museum, hours, location, and more.

Dog Parks: Before You Go
Sure, you want Fido to romp in Chicago's dog parks, but you first need a tag and a permit or you could face up to $500 in fines. And, you know that's not coming out of Fido's pocket.

Green City Market
Find the location, schedule, hours, and more for the Chicago Green City Market. The Green City Market offers organic and locally-grown foods, local farmers and chefs, lunch options, cooking demos, a sustainability focus and more.

Chicago Air Show Photos - Gary
See behind-the-scenes Chicago Air Show pictures taken at the airport where most of the Chicago Air and Water Show planes take off and land. See the F22 Raptor, F-15 Strike Eagle, the T-38 Talon, and more.

Hyde Park - 10 Great Things
Find 8 great things to do and see in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, home of President Barack Obama, the Museum of Science and Industry, the University of Chicago campus and more.

Obama Inauguration Photos
See photos from Barack Obama's Inauguration held on Janaury 20, 2009.

U.S. Senators from IL
Find out who the two U.S. Senators from Illinois are and how to contact them. Contact information for Senator Dick Durbin and Senator Roland Burris.

Register to Vote - Chicago, IL
Register to vote in Chicago, Illinois. Find voter registration deadlines, and how and where you can register to vote in Chicago, Illinois and suburban Cook County, IL.

Michelle Photos - Inauguration
See photos of Michelle Obama and her family on Inauguration Day, January 20, 2009. It was her first day as First Lady.

How Chicago Dyes the River
See step-by-step photos of how the city of Chicago dyes the Chicago River green every year to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.

Chicago Blues Fest
Find dates, time, location, and more info about attending Chicago Blues Fest, the world's largest free blues music festival.

DePaul University Student Center in Chicago, IL
DePaul University Student Center, statue of Monsignor John Egan

Movies Made in Chicago Part 1
Find out what movies were filmed in Chicago from 1959 to 1989. The list may surprise you.

AIC - Modern Wing
Find the hours, location, 10 great things to see, and more fast info for the Modern Wing of the Art Institute of Chicago.

White Sox Best Players Ever
Who were the best baseball players in the history of the Chicago White Sox? Find out here.

World's Finest Chocolate Store
Find the hours, location, and types of bargains you can find at the World's Finest Chocolate Outlet store in Chicago, IL.

40th Annual Pride Parade
Find the date, time, map of the parade route, and more for the Chicago Gay Pride Parade, which is held every year on the last Sunday in June.

New Year's Eve 2008
Find the best resources for planning your Chicago New Year's Eve here.

Terzo Piano Menu
See a sample menu and find the hours, location, reservation information, and see photos of the Terzo Piano restaurant in the Modern Wing of the Art Institute of Chicago.

South Side Irish Canceled
Read the complete text of the announcement of the cancellation of Chicago's South Side Irish St. Patrick's Day Parade in 2010.

Garfield Park Conservatory
Find the location, hours, special features and more for Chicago's Garfield Park Conservatory, one of the oldest conservatories in the country.

Farmers Markets - North Side
Find the hours, locations, and dates of the 2009 City of Chicago-sponsored farmers markets on the north side.

Barack Obama at the 2004 DNC
See photos of Barack Obama at the 2004 Democratic National Convention which was held in Boston, MA.

Oprah Winfrey Quotes
Quotes from media giant Oprah Winfrey, who Time Magazine named as one of the world's 100 most influential people. Sources included.

Lake County Polling Places
Find your Lake County, IL polling place quickly and easily by typing your address into the Lake County Clerk's website.

Illinois Lottery Basics
Learn the basics of Illinois Lottery games with this overview.

National Museum of Mexican Art
Learn more about hours, location, and exhibits at the National Museum of Mexican Art, one of Chicago's favorite free museums

Chicago Viaduct Mary Photos
See photos and learn the exact location of the Chicago Virgin Mary image located in a viaduct. (These photos are of the vandalized Virgin Mary with a blue devil painted on top of it.)

Bears Hall of Fame Players
Find out here who the Chicago Bears players are who have been inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame.

Shedd Aquarium - 5 New Things
Discover five of the most visible changes at the Shedd Aquarium Oceanarium following its 2009 renovation.

Valentines Day Events
Cupid, draw back that bow and let your arrow go straight to these not particularly precious but great ways to spend Valentine's Day in Chicago.

Ikram Boutique Profile
Learn the location, hours, fashion designers carried, and see a photo of the Chicago fashion store favored by Michelle Obama and owned by Ikram Goldman.

Annual Events - April
Find a hand-picked list of our favorite annual events and things to do in Chicago in April 2009.

Chicago Kwanzaa
Find Kwanzaa Chicago events and festivals to help you enjoy your 2009 Kwanzaa season.

Will Cty Polling Place
Find your Will County polling place quickly and easily by typing your address into the Will County Clerk's website here.

Unclaimed IL Lottery Prizes
Illinois Lottery tickets are good for one year. Find out how to check the Illinois Lottery prizes and winning numbers that have not yet been claimed. Maybe your winning number is among them.

Chicago Outlet Stores
Find descriptions, reviews, addresses, hours, and more for some of Chicago's best outlet stores, outlet malls, and Chicago factory stores.

White Sox Fan Gift Ideas
Find the top items every White Sox fan should own. How many of them do you have?

Movies Filmed in Chicago
Find the movies and films made in Chicago and the state of Illinois between 1896 and 2006.

Chicago Avg. Temperatures
Find the average monthly temperatures for Chicago, Illinois according to the National

Obama Speech - Election Night
Read the full text of the speech President-Elect Barack Obama gave in Chicago the night he was elected President of the United States.