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Chicago’s 2020 Blues Festival lineup has been announced ahead of the annual summer event at Millennium Park. Set to take place in June, the list of performers includes Shemekia Copeland, Candi Staton, Eric Gales and more. ““Each year, thousands of music fans come together for the Chicago Blues Festival to celebrate our city’s rich cultural legacy a...

Happy Paczki Day! Looking to snag some of the sweet Polish treats? You’re not alone. Sandra Torres reports live from Chicago’s busy Dinkel’s Bakery Tuesday morning.

Happy Paczki Day, Chicago! Looking to snag some of the sweet Polish treats?

Ravinia has released a sample of its 2020 lineup ahead of the popular music venue’s summer concert announcement. Among the major artists performing at the outdoor suburban Chicago venue are John Legend, Jesse & Joy, Andrew Bird, Calexico, Iron & Wine, Train, The Beach Boys and The Australian Pink Floyd Show. The artists are part of a series...

Daniel Mrozek from Celina’s Fresh Market in Lemont shows “Chicago Today” hosts Matt Rodrigues and Cortney Hall how to make traditional paczki for Fat Tuesday.

Calling all parrotheads. Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band have announced plans to return to Chicago this summer as part of Jimmy Buffett’s Slack Tide Tour 2020. The show will take place at the United Center on July 18. It will mark the first time he has played at the venue. “We are thrilled to welcome Jimmy Buffett &…

The owner and brewmaster of Buffalo Creek Brewing in Long Grove, pairs chocolate and craft beers. NBC 5’s Alex Maragos sampled and approved.

The Chocolate Stroll on Southport is Thursday, February 13. The Chief Candy Officer of Candyality shows NBC 5’s Alex Maragos how to pair wine and chocolate ahead of the romantic event and holiday.

Inconceivable! “As You Wish,” a “Princess Bride”-themed pop-up bar, will soon open in Chicago’s Lincoln Square neighborhood. The Sixth, which is located at 2202 W. Lawrence Ave., is launching the immersive bar on Feb. 11 with decorations replicating scenes from the 1987 film, according to Eater. The bar will also have ...

“As You Wish,” a “Princess Bride”-themed pop-up bar pays homage to the 1987 movie at The Sixth in Lincoln Square. Get a peek at the decor and themed cocktails.

Janet Jackson announced her North American tour on Monday with a stop in Chicago set for July. The 2020 Black Diamond World Tour, named after her upcoming album, will feature new music and some of her greatest hits off her 12 multi-platinum albums. The concert will also have a special performance of “Rhythm Nation 1814,” which recently ...