New Ferris Wheel For Navy Pier In 2016
A larger, more modern Ferris Wheel will be built at Navy Pier, replacing the 20-year-old iconic attraction at the state's most popular tourist destination.
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A larger, more modern Ferris Wheel will be built at Navy Pier, replacing the 20-year-old iconic attraction at the state's most popular tourist destination.
Most every popular destination in America shares something in common — a waterfront setting.
It must be spring. The city's tour boats are back along the Chicago River and Navy Pier.
Here are five of the best reasons to turn spring break into a Chicago vacation or staycation.
CBS 2's Derrick Blakley reports safety is definitely being emphasized at Navy Pier, along with all the celebrating.
Police and witnesses have said anywhere from 30 to 100 brawling youths stormed through the pier's Winter WonderFest, which is billed as a family-friendly event.
The boy, whose exact age was not immediately known, got into the altercation with three to four other males about 10:15 p.m. outside Navy Pier in the 600 block of East Grand Avenue, said police News Affairs Officer Janel Sedevic.
A huge fight between dozens of teens has led to the arrests of five people Friday night at Navy Pier
From its reindeer antlers and cinnamon scent to Santa's den and armchair, it's clear that this is no ordinary 60-foot CTA bus, although it will be operating in regular service, beginning Tuesday and Wednesday on the J14/Jeffery Jump.
After Labor Day weekend's goodbye to the lazy days of summer, a re-energized city welcomes autumn with fall fests, a new theater season, blockbuster art shows and fun outdoor explorations. Here are some of Chicago's best happenings this fall.
Laura Sanchez, CEO of Swatware, said she considers herself a pioneer, as a Latina running an information technology business.
Police said the boat ran onto the breakwall northeast of Navy Pier around 10:30 p.m.
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End summer on the right note with these fun-filled activities in the Chicago area. Grab your family and friends for a fun-filled last hurrah for summer.
It may not have fancy Hallmark cards but National Hot Dog Day is being celebrated in Chicago throughout July. In case you'd like to buy your family a hot dog present, the actual holiday is July 23rd. Celebrate the American icon and delicious Chicago staple at any of the local restaurants below. Happy Hot Dog Day!
Members of the Polk family explain the gift they're offering to revamp Navy Pier's entrance. CBS 2's Derrick Blakley reports.
Jawaun Westbrook, of the 400 block of East Ohio Street, was charged Thursday with two felony counts of aggravated battery, police said. He was due to appear for a bond hearing Thursday afternoon.
Police said the women were walking on the Lakefront Path near lower Lake Shore Drive and Grand Avenue around 6:30 p.m., when a man attacked them with a hammer.
If you're planning to head to Navy Pier to watch the July 4th fireworks show Friday night, you better be there already.
For the first time since former Mayor Jane Byrne left office in 1983, the Chicago City Council on Wednesday took the first steps toward officially honoring the city's first and only female mayor.
Police Supt. Garry McCarthy on Wednesday made his first public appearance since undergoing an emergency heart procedure last week, joking with a class of new police recruits that "Word of my demise was greatly exaggerated."
Medical professionals, lawmakers and activists are meeting at Navy Pier for the Chicago Cannabis Conference.
It's finally Memorial Day weekend and that means patio and BBQ season! Here is a list of a few events around town to help you kick off summer in the city.
The temperatures might have been cold, and there was snow in the air, but city officials and the U.S. Coast Guard said those were perfect conditions to remind boaters the Lakefront can be an unpredictable place.
Visiting the City of Chicago on a rainy day can make for the most memorable experiences and fun activities.
