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Free Admission To Field Museum For Illinois Residents On Wednesdays From Aug. 14 To Nov. 13

Basic admission — which is normally $24 for adults, $17 for kids 3-11 years old and $21 for students and seniors — is free.

Downtown Primary category in which blog post is published

Suburban Woman Charged With DUI In Hit-And-Run That Put Divvy Bicyclist In Critical Condition For Last 6 Weeks

The woman didn't call 911 or stop after hitting the bicyclist in the 400 block of West Grand Avenue, police said.

Austin, Garfield Park, North Lawndale Primary category in which blog post is published

7 People Wounded In Shooting Near Douglas Park Playground

The seven were among 14 people who were shot in just two hours in the Lawndale neighborhood.

Logan Square, Humboldt Park, Avondale Primary category in which blog post is published

Watch Our Perfect Chunky Angel Chance The Snapper Explore His New Home In Florida

Florida gator experts were amused by the love Chicago showed such a tiny gator, but said he's in good hands.

Bronzeville, Near South Side Primary category in which blog post is published

These 5 South And West Side Sites Could Become Chicago’s First Casino, Mayor Lightfoot Announces

Noticeably absent from consideration is a downtown site.

Wicker Park, Bucktown, West Town Primary category in which blog post is published

7 Scooter Companies Get Slapped And Fined By City For Not Living Up To Contracts

“This is just the first step in holding these companies responsible to meeting our strict pilot terms,” said Rosa Escareno, the city's Business Affair and Consumer Protection commissioner.

Logan Square, Humboldt Park, Avondale Primary category in which blog post is published

The Humboldt Park Gator Has A Name Thanks To Thousands Of Voters: Chance The Snapper

The Humboldt Park gator has captured the city's attention. Obviously, it needs a name.

Bridgeport, Chinatown, McKinley Park Primary category in which blog post is published

How A Boring Cubs World Series Game In Chicago Turned The ‘Star-Spangled Banner’ Into A Sports Game Staple

The national anthem was around before the 1918 World Series, but the crowd's response in Chicago during that game made it what it is today, experts say.

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