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The Metra Holiday Train is back—our guide to dates, schedule and tickets
The festive railcars—which will appear on all five Metra lines this year—will be spreading holiday cheer throughout Chicagoland.
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Photo roundup: Chicagoans saw the Northern Lights last night
A rare solar storm turned Chicago’s night sky into a kaleidoscope of color.
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Chicago is finally getting its own live New Year’s Eve countdown on ABC
Chicago lands its first live Central Time countdown, complete with riverfront fireworks.
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Check out these glorious photos of Chicago after the first snow of the season
The snow really piled up!
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Chicago’s first-ever holiday book trolley is sweeping through Chicagoland next month—here’s everything you need to know
Hop aboard for a citywide literary adventure featuring local bookstores, exclusive deals and enough holiday spirit to fill a tote bag.
Travel
The much-anticipated Chicago-Moline train route may soon become a reality
A recently-approved statewide transit bill could revive a passenger rail line between Chicago and the Quad Cities.
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Dear Chicagoans, the first snow of the season is likely upon us
Time to pull out the heavy coats. A cold front is moving in.
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The Maggie Daley Ice Skating Ribbon opens next week—here’s everything you need to know
One of Chicago's most beloved holiday traditions returns for the winter season on Friday, November 14.
Travel
The most beautiful train ride in the U.S. starts in Chicago
The 46-hour cross-country rail trip—which can cost as little as $160—is nothing short of epic.
Sports and fitness
This massive new ice arena is officially open in Chicago
It’s the new practice facility for the Wolves, but it has plenty for the public to enjoy, including open skating hours.
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