Tanya Williams

Tanya Williams

Tanya covers positive and people-centered stories from across Chicago. From neighborhood events to inspiring local residents, she focuses on what brings our communities together. Tanya grew up in the city and believes every neighborhood has a story worth telling.

Joe & The Juice Opening New Flagship Store in Streeterville on June 6

Joe & The Juice Set to Open New Streeterville Location on June 6

CHICAGO – STREETERVILLE – Popular global juice and coffee chain Joe & The Juice is expanding its footprint in Chicago with the grand opening ...

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Red Lobster Becomes Official Sponsor of Chicago Sky for 2025 WNBA Season

Red Lobster Becomes Official Sponsor of Chicago Sky for 2025 WNBA Season

CHICAGO, IL — May 30, 2025 – In a flavorful and fashionable new partnership, Red Lobster has been announced as one of the official ...

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Cubs Target $108M Mariners Ace Luis Castillo in Surprise Trade Pitch

Cubs Pursue Blockbuster Trade for $108M All-Star Pitcher Luis Castillo

With the July 31 MLB trade deadline fast approaching, the Chicago Cubs are reportedly exploring a blockbuster move to upgrade their starting rotation. At ...

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Chicago White Sox Face Baltimore Orioles in Weather-Altered Series

Weather Shift Sets Dramatic Stage for White Sox vs. Orioles Series in Baltimore

Baseball fans in Chicago and Baltimore are gearing up for a pivotal weekend series that now kicks off earlier than expected. Due to weather ...

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West Town’s New Bar Just Reopened a Piece of Bucktown History — Did You Spot the Iconic Sign?

West Town’s New Bar Just Reopened a Piece of Bucktown History — Did You Spot the Iconic Sign?

CHICAGO — Something old just found new life in West Town. A brand-new bar named Friends of Friends opened this past weekend at 701 ...

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Chicago Seniors Celebrate Older Americans Day While Advocating for Resources

Chicago Seniors Celebrate Older Americans Day While Advocating for Resources

It was a day of joy, movement, and heartfelt speeches on Chicago’s South Side, where older residents gathered at the Atlas Regional Senior Center ...

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Trapilo Rising: Rookie Makes Strong Case for Left Tackle Role in Bears OTAs

Trapilo Rising: Rookie Makes Strong Case for Left Tackle Role in Bears OTAs

Rookie Spotlight: Trapilo Gets First-Team Reps The Chicago Bears’ 2025 offseason training activities (OTAs) are already providing surprises — none bigger than rookie offensive ...

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Angel Reese Buys $1.3 Million Home in Chicago Suburbs at Age 22

Angel Reese Buys $1.3M Suburban Chicago Home at 22, Cites Blessings Beyond Basketball

WNBA breakout star Angel Reese is making moves—on and off the court. Despite a rocky start to her sophomore season with the Chicago Sky, ...

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“New Wave” Documentary Premieres in Chicago at Asian American Showcase

New Wave Documentary Explores Vietnamese American Identity at Chicago’s Asian American Showcase

A powerful new documentary that weaves music, memory, and identity made its Chicago debut this week as part of the 28th Annual Asian American ...

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Free Planet Fitness Summer Memberships for Teens Ages 14–19

Planet Fitness Offers Free Summer Gym Access to Teens With High School Summer Pass

Summer break is right around the corner, and for teenagers across the Midwest—and the country—Planet Fitness is offering a chance to stay active, boost ...

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