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Santa Claus Making Three Stops In The West Loop This Weekend

Kids hoping to get one last gift request in with Mr. Claus can ask him in person this weekend.

Dog Treats, Gluten-Free Cake On Menu at Vanille's New Shop

The third location of Sophie Evanoff's patisserie is slated to open in late September.

Meatloaf Cupcakes and More Coming to Chicago French Market

Lincoln Park-based The Meatloaf Bakery will open its second location in the West Loop this month.

West Loop Craft Beer Fest Brings 40 Breweries to the Neighborhood Saturday

Three West Loop breweries and more than 20 Chicago-based brewers will be serving up the suds Saturday.

5 Things to Do in the West Loop This Weekend

From chef tastings to vintage shopping, check out our top picks in the neighborhood this weekend.

Free Three Kings Cake at Chicago French Market Saturday

The person whose slice of cake contains a hidden bean will be named king or queen for a day.

Jinglefest at West Loop French Market Saturday

Families can have their photo taken with Santa and decorate Christmas cookies at the market Saturday.

Near West Side »

10 Things To Do on the Near West Side This Weekend

In Little Italy, Pilsen, the West Loop and West Town, there's lots of spooky this weekend.

Valentine’s Day Downtown: Find Love at Loop Spots That Aren't Booked Up

Got restaurant reservation regrets? There's still room at these Valentine's Day-themed events.

Little Goat Bread to Open at Chicago French Market

A branch of Stephanie Izard's West Randolph diner/bakery will sell sandwiches and breads starting Friday.

Chicago French Market Adds Doughnut, Barbecue Booths

Beavers Donuts owner says more freestanding spots planned for his food truck.

Top Stories

Downtown Twins Born At Roosevelt Red Line Station Have Names, Are Doing Well

And, no, they're not called Roosevelt and State.

Humboldt Park Humboldt Park's Puerto Rican Evacuee Welcome Center Opens Today

For most of November, it'll be open two days a week, between 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays.

Roseland Police Hiring Process Discriminates Against Blacks, Latinos: Ald. Beale

Data shows that while more blacks and Latinos applied to the CPD, most new officers are white.

Wicker Park Trek Bike Shop Coming To Milwaukee Avenue's 'Hipster Highway,' Bid Shows

The nation's largest bike maker is soliciting bids for a retail build-out at 1647 N. Milwaukee Ave.

Downtown Ald. Willie Cochran Collapses During City Council Hearing

Cochran was given CPR by 40th Ward Ald. Patrick O'Connor, taken to Northwestern hospital.

Chinatown Pistol Whipping of Sisters In Chinatown Part Of Larger Crime Spree: Police

The violent robbery could be connected to four other robberies in the area, police said.

The Loop 39 Phones A Day Are Stolen On Average In Chicago

We looked at the data behind thousands of cellphones reported stolen in Chicago since January 2016.

Dunning Drunken-Driving Victim Hopes Cop Charged With DUI Gets Probation: Court

Erin Mowry, 42, could be convicted of aggravated DUI for the July 2015 crash.

West Pullman Man Shoots Himself In Penis During West Pullman Robbery, Prosecutors Say

Terrion Pouncy, 19, was still hospitalized Thursday following surgery.

Logan Square Landlord M. Fishman's Move To Evict Logan Square Tenants Sparks Protest

The eviction notices "caught many families unprepared," activists said.

Noble Square Million Dollar Town Houses On Wicker, Noble Square Border Launch Pre-Sales

"The reception has been outstanding. We've had lots of interest and excitement," the listing agent said.

O'Hare Traveling For Thanksgiving? Midway, O'Hare Among Most Delayed Busy Airports

About 20 percent of O'Hare and Midway flights for Thanksgiving get delayed, according to a new report.