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Secrets to Success: Tips Every New Homeowner Needs to Know

Becoming a new homeowner is an exciting milestone, but it also comes with a unique set of responsibilities and challenges.
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THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – It’s Officially Summer!

Now that it’s officially summer and school is out, let’s enjoy every moment of this short-lived season here in Chicago starting with this weekend!
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Neighborhood News: Discovering Chicago’s underground in the Loop’s Pedway

Beneath Chicago’s bustling downtown area, you can find a cool respite from the heat and crowds in the very heart of Chicago’s Loop.
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Restaurant Review: For Moroccan specialties, nothing beats Old Irving Park’s Shokran

Moroccan cuisine, as described by Shokran’s chef/owner Khalid Kamal, "blends oriental spices brought by Arabic caravans; local produce such as mint, citrus, and olive oil..."
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Chicago Home and Lifestyles – Include breakfast to build muscle mass

Experts agree that incorporating plenty of protein will maintain appetite and energy throughout the day, but it may also help build muscle mass and a healthier physique.
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7 Strategies to Maximize Productivity

In today's fast-paced and competitive world, the key to achieving success lies in understanding and harnessing your full potential.
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THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – Wishing Dads a Happy Father’s Day!

This weekend is a special one as we celebrate our dads to wish them a Happy Father’s Day this Sunday! As usual, there are a wide variety of events taking place sure to please all dads.
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Neighborhood News: Past Lake Michigan, Chicago’s Bike Trails offer summer adventures and fun

With summer’s official entrance less than a week away, the great outdoors beckons! And what better way to experience Chicago’s unique neighborhoods than perched on a two-wheeler, the wind at your back?
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Restaurant Review: Hot, spicy summer nights and a cool Father’s Day celebration at West Loop’s Carnivale

With Father’s Day coming up this Sunday, June 16, and hot summer nights ahead, a cool tropical drink and Latin fusion cooking might be just the ticket to summer fun!
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Chicago Home and Lifestyles – Summer food safety

As we move into the summer months, people will be eating and grilling outside. Now is a good time to think about how to keep all that delicious food safe to eat.
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Creating Your Dream Bathroom: The Essential Renovation Guide

Embarking on a bathroom renovation project is an exciting journey towards creating your dream bathroom space that perfectly suits your needs and reflects your personal style.
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THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – Second Round of Summer Festivals & Fairs!

Hopefully, this weekend will be drier and sunnier than last weekend so we can get out and have some fun at our second round of summer street festivals and art fairs...
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Neighborhood News: Before the Chicago Sky, women’s basketball in Chicago was about the Hustle

With all the hype surrounding women’s basketball this season, especially the off and on-court extravaganza of rookie Chicago Sky talent Angel Reese...
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Restaurant Review: Lincoln Park’s Matisse Tavern and Grill a picture-perfect setting for summer dining

Lakeview’s Matisse Tavern and Grill sounds like it should be a painting in an art museum, and in many ways, it is.
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Chicago Home and Lifestyles – Anger issues? Try shredding them

People have been looking for healthy ways to handle anger in a meaningful way for years.
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Step Up Your Design Game: Expert Tips for Using Area Rugs

Area rugs are versatile design elements that can transform the look and feel of any space.
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THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – Wasting No Time Enjoying Summer!

Now that the end of another Chicago school year is quickly approaching, the city is wasting no time with its summer plans for us.
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Neighborhood News: Meet the Chicago American Giants, Chicago’s very own Negro League Team

Once upon a time in the United States, ‘separate but equal ‘ meant that many of the best baseball players in the world were limited to playing in the Negro Leagues.
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Restaurant Review: Lakeview’s Golden Apple Grille & Pancake House is a 24/7 delight

With the Memorial Day Weekend behind us, the real fun of summer begins!
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Chicago Home and Lifestyles – A “pocket forest” for your landscape

If you are thinking of adding a tree to your landscape, why not plant a few trees close together?
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The Ultimate Guide to Creating a Healthier Home Environment

Creating a healthier home environment is crucial for promoting overall well-being and enhancing quality of life.
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THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO – Memorial Day Weekend Kicks-Off Summer!

It's the weekend we've been waiting for when we kick-off the "unofficial" start of summer this Memorial Day Weekend here in Chicago!