Music
ARC closes Labor Day weekend with Chicago house at its center
Derrick Carter and a Green Velvet–Josh Baker closing set anchored the final day at Union Park.
Published September 28, 2026
Nomo Stories / Chicago
Chicago, out in the world.
Music, nightlife, food and city life. Stories from the places worth showing up for.
Music
Kid Cudi joins Ye for a guest-filled second night at Soldier Field
The September 4 show brought a long list of collaborators to a stadium production built around a glowing globe.
Published September 28, 2026
Music
Lettuce brings its six-piece funk ensemble to Garcia’s
Early and late performances gave Chicago two chances to catch the band on August 14.
Published September 28, 2026
Nightlife
Tied marks 13 years with an afternoon on the river
The Chicago party booked CHKLTE aboard the Summer of George for its August 29 anniversary.
Published September 28, 2026
Music
Wicker Park Fest makes room for guitars and a Saturday dance floor
Ovlov, Liquid Mike, Future Rootz and DJ Heather shared a July 25 bill that rewarded moving between stages.
Published September 28, 2026
Culture
Giardiniera, live music and neighborhood pride at Armitage County Fair
The September 26–27 festival paired a serious music bill with contests that invited Chicago to laugh at itself.
Published September 28, 2026
City life
Meet Me on Milwaukee gives the avenue back to pedestrians for a Sunday
The September 27 pilot turned a busy Wicker Park corridor into space for walking, cycling and neighborhood activities.
Published September 28, 2026
City life
Cubs’ late rally falls short in a 10–8 loss to Cincinnati
A five-run sixth inning swung the August 28 game before Chicago fought back in the eighth.
Published September 28, 2026
Food & drink
Chez Poulet brings rotisserie chicken and French wine to Bucktown
The Poilevey brothers’ new Western Avenue spot builds an everyday meal around chicken, sides and bread.
Published September 28, 2026