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Gutiérrez and Cruz head to the April 4 contest each with key backing from elected officials, including Reboyras and Illinois congressional members.

You can also shop at a farmers market, watch a Double Dutch competition and check out a Woman's History Month art show.

A Holi celebration, St. Patrick's Day brunch party and nautical flea market are also on tap.

From Irish music concerts to block parties, we've got you covered.

You can celebrate the Persian New Year, make your own sushi, attend a vintage market and more.

There's also a beer fest, Bollywood dancing, a vintage market and more.

With 22 of 23 precincts reporting Tuesday night, Cardona held 75 percent of the vote.

With 26 of 28 precincts reporting Tuesday night, Silverstein held nearly 69 percent of the vote to Bawany's 31 percent, sealing Silverstein's fourth term.

Diners have a chance to win a $100 gift card to a local business, and a portion of proceeds will go to local charities.

The owner of beloved Lakeview bookstore died last week. He ran the store with an eclectic collection of books and customers for more than 40 years.

Looking for something to do this weekend? You can check out a Black History Month pop-up, celebrate Carnivale and more in Chicago.

There is no known threat, but police and local officials are working closely with synagogues and faith-based organizations.

There's also an open mic for writers, a winter market and market celebrating Black creatives.

You can also check out the city's new Fair Trade Museum, a Black Renaissance art exhibit or take a dog out on a date.

The sole challenger to incumbent Ald. Debra Silverstein in the race also used the forum to talk about how he'd lead the ward if elected later this month.

Chicago Public Schools teacher Mueze Bawany is running against three-term incumbent Ald. Debra Silverstein. "The tone and content of these tweets do not represent who I am," Bawany wrote.

There's plenty to do across the city on the first weekend of the month.

Residents can learn more about the candidates running for 50th Ward alderperson and 24th District Police District Council at the forum.

Navy vet Esteban Burgoa Ontañon is making his first bid for public office, challenging incumbent Ald. Felix Cardona.

Community organizer and teacher Mueze Bawany is hoping to deny Silverstein a fourth term in office representing West Ridge.