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01/06/2013
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Have you ever wanted to explore Chicago's dark and mysterious past? Perhaps learn a secret or two about the Second City that you didn't know? Well Eva recently went on a walking tour that uncovered some of Chicago's more, shall we say, colorful history...in the city's former Red Light District!
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12/02/2012
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The Downers Grove-based PAWSitive Therapy Troupe puts on the classic Christmas ballet every year!
11/11/2012
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A group of local artists got together to create the Great Fire Traveling Truck Show, which pays homage to Chicago's colorful history through song, dance, storytelling and more!
10/28/2012
Janet caught up with the folks at Chicago Ghost Investigations, the city's only interactive ghost hunting tour, and found out she had a couple of friendly spirits lurking around her.
10/28/2012
Each August, thousands of horror fanatics dressed to the nines take over the Crown Plaza hotel in suburban Rosemont for Flashback Weekend&Chicago's annual horror convention!
10/28/2012
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Still in limited release nearly 37 years after its premiere thanks to its popular midnight screenings, Rocky Horror Picture Show has the longest-running theatrical release in film history!
10/28/2012
If you love Halloween, head to suburban Burbank for Haunted Trails! It's a family fun center with a Halloween theme 365 days a year!
10/28/2012
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Here, you can submit your regular old photo...and, soon after you will receive a signature moving portraitwith a dark twist!
10/28/2012
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Janet hung out with zombies of Fear City! This is the Chicago area's latest & greatest haunted attraction and features 2 haunts in one location!
10/14/2012
Think you've got what it takes to make the masses laugh? Would you like to become a part of an elite group of...clowns?! Open clown college auditions recently took place here in Chicago, and it's this week's 190 in 60!
09/16/2012
We checked out a wiffle ball tournament hosted by the one and only Mark Nilsson!
09/16/2012
Galaga, Pac Man & Tron--if these names bring back totally awesome memories from the 80's, then you will love this story! Mark Nilsson tracked down two surprising spots where you can relive your youth with arcade games!
08/29/2012
The 190 Big Deal went to Chicagos Boystown neighborhood to check out its resale and thrift stores. Read more. Every week we bring you a new 190 Big Deal. Photos of some of our favorites.
08/26/2012
Electric vehicles are commonplace these days...there are plenty of eco-friendly and fuel free ways to get around--on the ground. But now, a new company is bringing electric modes of transportation to Chicago's waterways! It's the Chicago Electric Boat Company!
07/15/2012
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If you're thinking about signing up for a tour, but you feel guilty leaving your pooch home alone, Mark Nilsson has tracked down one that is perfect for you!