Chicago Reader

Artists and performance styles from across the Asian and Pacific Islander diaspora celebrate AAPI Heritage Month in this cabaret festival.

Defiant Silk brings Asian American joy to the Newport ↗

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Plus: Tactical officers face suspensions over traffic stops, Dick Durbin to retire, and more

City Council considers expanded curfew for teens ↗

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Chicago's public parks, blacktops, pools, tracks, pitches, nets, and rims are for people of all ages and should stay free and accessible.

Editor’s note: sports and recreation are for the people ↗

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A reflection on finding the strength to make peace with my body and spirit

Zen and the art of powerlifting ↗

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Crossbar, which reworks used football materials, fosters connection through soccer, art, and local events.

The community spirit of footy ↗

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“Beyond Frames: Black Women Collectors Shaping Cultural Heritage in Chicago” is the latest chapter of the South Side Community Art Center.

Owning art history ↗

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Mostly Mexican Cocinero Verde makes its Monday Night Foodball debut with tostadas, tortas, smashburgers, and tres leches cake.

Cocinero Verde smashes the next Monday Night Foodball ↗

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In an increasingly surveilled world, makeup is for more than just looks.

Timothée Chalamet will set you free ↗

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