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Jessica Hopper’s memoir <i>Night Moves</i> pays homage to a bygone era in Chicago—the aughts

Jessica Hopper’s memoir Night Moves pays homage to a bygone era in Chicago—the aughts

On being young, ambitious, and falling in love with the city, block by block, on a bicycle.

By Kevin Warwick

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Slowcore veterans Pinebender resurrect their original lineup

Slowcore veterans Pinebender resurrect their original lineup, underground rapper Freako celebrates a new mixtape with a jam-packed art show, and more.

By J.R. Nelson and Leor Galil
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After a bad week for bike crashes, cyclists urged city officials to take action

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The Chicago International Latino Theater Festival celebrates the city’s role in supporting Latinx artists

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Jessica Hopper’s memoir Night Moves pays homage to a bygone era in Chicago—the aughts

On being young, ambitious, and falling in love with the city, block by block, on a bicycle.

By Kevin Warwick | 09.18.18
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Slowcore veterans Pinebender resurrect their original lineup

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By J.R. Nelson and Leor Galil | 09.18.18
Performing Arts Feature

The Chicago International Latino Theater Festival celebrates the city’s role in supporting Latinx artists

"They just keep coming, and they're trained and talented."

By Dan Jakes | 09.19.18

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