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nascar-in-chicago
  • by david hall
NASCAR brings its renegade past, money-driven present to Chicago

One study says Chicago got an ‘‘economic impact of $109 million from the [2023] event . . . plus an estimated $24 million worth of publicity.’’ But at what cost?

nascar-in-chicago
  • by david hall
Last year’s rainy Chicago Street Race was a slapstick riot. It's time for some NASCAR substance.

Civic boosterism can’t be the fuel for a successful event.

pride
  • by david hall
Trimmed and tightened Pride Parade is as jubilant as ever: 'It's still Pride'

Mayor Brandon Johnson waved a Pride flag and Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas twirled a baton. The route was shortened and fewer floats were admitted this year, but that didn't take away from the fun.

sports
  • by david hall
Competitive eating's biggest rivalry finds new home on Labor Day

Bet on it: After Nathan’s dispute for July 4th meeting, Chestnut will renew rivalry with Kobayashi in September hot dot-eating contest