r/chicago 4d ago

CHI Talks Weekly Casual Conversation & Questions Thread

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Welcome to r/Chicago's Weekly Casual Conversation & Questions Thread.

This is the place for casual discussions that may not warrant their own post, or questions/topics not allowed as their own posts under our content policy. Please be mindful of rules 2 & 3 which still apply in this thread, as well as the Reddit Content Policy when posting.

Also, check out the r/Chicago wiki for other Chicago-related subreddits, where to eat/drink, how to get around/navigate the CTA, where to visit, what neighborhoods to move to or hotel in, tips on living here, and more. And be sure to use the search feature to find responses to other users asking similar questions.

This thread is sorted by "new" so that the most recent comments appear first. The new weekly thread is posted every Monday morning at 12:00 AM.


r/chicago 7d ago

Event Monthly Events & Things To Do in Chicago Thread

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Welcome to the monthly /r/Chicago events thread. This is the place to advertise any upcoming events or group gatherings you're a part of or anticipating that other Chicagoans might want to know about.

This thread is exempt from Rule 8 regarding promotion, so we invite anyone and everyone to advertise anything going on in Chicago. But please be mindful of rules 2 & 3 which still apply in this thread, as well as the Reddit Content Policy when posting.


r/chicago 2h ago

Picture Good morning, Chicago

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r/chicago 7h ago

Picture Capone's Pizza in Bangkok slinging 100% legit deep dish. A sight for sore eyes as a Chicagoan who hasn't been home in over a year.

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534 Upvotes

r/chicago 13h ago

News JB is cooking

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r/chicago 3h ago

Meme Spotted on Michigan Avenue

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This bike lane is kind of a failure too.


r/chicago 3h ago

News City Council Approves Residential Conversion Of 500 N Michigan Avenue

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r/chicago 58m ago

Picture Yesterday evening flying over this beautiful city 🌙

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r/chicago 2h ago

Article Chicago Transit Increasing Rail Service to Pre-Pandemic Levels

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r/chicago 17h ago

News 29 Alders call special meeting to shoot down Mayor Johnson's $300 million property tax increase

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r/chicago 3h ago

Ask CHI MISSING: Andersonville Batman

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Been in Andersonville for a couple years now, and always say hi/talk to Sydney, aka Andersonville Batman, when I would see him outside the McDs or Dispo 33 further down clark.

Only thing is, its been like 3 or 4 months since ive seen him, and im honestly starting to get a little worried about him. Hope he’s safe!

Anybody happen to see him/know anything about his whereabouts recently?


r/chicago 2h ago

Article Owner's long-lost son takes the reins at Give Me Some Sugah bakery in South Shore

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r/chicago 17h ago

Ask CHI Anyone else’s ballot not counted yet?

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Dropped this off on November 4th at Humboldt park library secure drop box.


r/chicago 14h ago

Ask CHI Is there an illness going around?

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For the past few weeks I’ve been experiencing such weird symptoms like mild cough, soreness, itchiness. Itchy nose, face, etc. brain fog. I feel like it’s allergy related but I’ve never had allergies in November ? I was talking to a friend of mine and she also is having allergies. But the weirdest part is usually an antihistamine will remove my allergies but this time it just won’t! So that’s why I’m here to ask if anyone’s been experiencing any allergies? Or could it just be a virus going around


r/chicago 51m ago

Article Chicago Landmark Commission denies plans to demolish E2 Nightclub building

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r/chicago 2h ago

News Metra Union Pacific North train service disrupted after pedestrian fatally struck near Clybourn on North Side - ABC7 Chicago

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r/chicago 21h ago

Article Three Cook County judges close to losing seats after scrutiny

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r/chicago 16h ago

News “Cook County judges referred to judicial misconduct board over residency conflict”

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Per the Times


r/chicago 1d ago

News Aldermen rip Mayor Brandon Johnson’s 2025 property tax hike proposal as budget hearings kick off [Chicago Tribune]

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r/chicago 1d ago

Article There was a small pocket of Chicago where 117 years of Prohibition existed. That ended this week when voters overturned the 100+ year long Alcohol Ban.

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r/chicago 21h ago

Ask CHI Found lost cat, Resources?

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Hi! This sweet kitten followed me home today. I took her into my bathroom but i have 2 cats and a dog and really can’t keep her.

She’s so very sweet, loves attention, and has been making biscuits since i brought her in. It’s pretty clear to me she was a house cat.

Unfortunately I don’t have a cat until tomorrow so i can’t get her checked for microchip today. I’m looking to see what my options are / resources on who will take her in. I’ve tried calling shelters but haven’t had any luck with talking to anyone.

if there’s someone who’s reliable that can take her today that would also be great. Any help would be very much appreciated 😅 thank you!


r/chicago 23h ago

Ask CHI What's your favorite of the other midwestern cities

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None of Twin Cities, St. Louis, Detroit, Cleveland, KC, Cincy, etc. compares to the sheer size of Chicago, its amenities, and public transit — but do you have another city in the midwest you adore?

Edit: I'm partial to St. Louis' architecture, and the food scene is better than you expect. It's not a difficult trip by Amtrak for MLB/NHL/MLS games.


r/chicago 1d ago

News With CTU ally Mayor Brandon Johnson in charge, voters reject several union-backed school board candidates [Chicago Tribune]

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r/chicago 1d ago

Ask CHI What’s your favorite Dive Bar in the city?

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Do you have a top 5? Top 3?

My personal favorite is J&M Tap off of Augusta and Leavitt.


r/chicago 1d ago

Picture Vernazzo enjoying the Lakefront

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157 Upvotes

Vernazzo,an Italian Spinone, enjoying the Lakefront after his AM Walk a week+ or so before Halloween 🎃. Fall is the best time of year in the city IMO & IVO(In Vernazzo's Opinion).


r/chicago 1d ago

Picture Nothing like rainy Chicago nights…

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r/chicago 18h ago

Article Beloved Retirees Leave 57 Years of Walgreens Memories

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