Dave and Kim's Blog

Three Wrigley rooftop buildings to be torn down after City Council approval

Jul 19, 2024

The new building will be an apartment complex with a pickleball court on the roof. -Dave and Kim

11 Chicago restaurants named among list of ‘Iconic’ restaurants nationwide

Jul 18, 2024

It will be easier to get a table at one of these “Iconic” restaurants with a new app. -Dave and Kim

Alderman proposes lowering Chicago’s default speed limit to 25 mph

Jul 18, 2024

If approved, the new 25 mph speed limit would go into effect in 2026! -Dave and Kim

City officials deny permit for open-water swim in Chicago River

Jul 15, 2024

Who would WANT to swim in the Chicago river??? -Dave and Kim

Kane County community pools money to install turtle crossing signs

Jul 11, 2024

The new signs are totally adorable! -Dave and Kim

Naming contest for Montrose Beach Piping Plover chicks

Jul 10, 2024

Submissions are due by July 11th! -Dave and Kim

Boat Tour Company Launching Dog-Friendly Cruises in Chicago

Jul 10, 2024

You won’t have to leave your dog at home next time you explore Chicago’s waterways thanks to a local boat tour company. Mercury, Chicago’s Skyline Cruiseline, will launch its popular Canine Cruise series Saturday. It will offer dog-friendly boat tours every weekend through Oct. 13. The cruises leave at 11:15 a.m. Saturday-Sunday from Mercury’s perch along the…