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Lincoln Park billionaire accused of fueling rat infestation

Chicago billionaire accused of fueling Lincoln Park rat infestation

Environment

The city is weighing legal action against Lincoln Park billionaire Barre Seid over claims that his nut-spreading operation is fueling a rat infestation around<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text=" Green City Market" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2025/08/20/snap-farmers-markets-chicago-green-city-market" data-vars-content-id="d83e5f19-c5d5-4263-bb7c-46da3d14ccaa" data-vars-headline="Lincoln Park billionaire accused of fueling rat infestation" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2025/08/20/snap-farmers-markets-chicago-green-city-market" target="_self"> Green City Market</a>, Ald. Timmy Knudsen (43rd) says.Why it matters: The infestation is causing property damage that could leave taxpayers on the hook for repairs, according to city documents.

Durty Nellie's closes after 54 years in Palatine

The popular suburban destination hosted bands like Violent Femmes, Gin Blossoms and Local H.

Business

The iconic Irish pub and concert venue Durty Nellie&#x27;s has closed after 54 years in the northwest suburbs.Why it matters: For generations of suburban music fans, Durty Nellie&#x27;s offered something increasingly hard to find outside Chicago: a legitimate concert venue steps from a Metra station.

Bite Club: The Reuben sundae

Kith Treats is serving three Katz's-inspired desserts, including a wild Reuben soft serve.

Food and Drink

New York&#x27;s legendary Katz&#x27;s Delicatessen has landed in Chicago, but don&#x27;t expect pastrami and corned beef.

Chicago neighborhood quiz, volume 2: Do you know these famous landmarks?

There are so many landmarks in Chicago that it's ripe for a second quiz!

Neighborhoods

Last week, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="I quizzed you" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2026/09/25/chicago-neighborhood-quiz-landmarks-lakeview-beverly-pilsen-gold-coast" data-vars-content-id="9efdac03-893d-41ff-b5ca-53b20dff4fc1" data-vars-headline="Chicago neighborhood quiz, volume 2: Do you know these famous landmarks?" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2026/09/25/chicago-neighborhood-quiz-landmarks-lakeview-beverly-pilsen-gold-coast" target="_self">I quizzed you</a> on Chicago neighborhood landmarks. <ul><li>I gave you the landmark; you gave me the &#x27;hood.</li></ul>

Chicago honors John Prine with weekend of events

Fans can enjoy multiple events in and around the city on what would have been his 80th birthday.

Things to Do

If Maywood-born singer-songwriter John Prine were still alive today, he&#x27;d turn 80 on Saturday.To mark the anniversary, the city is hosting several events this week and declaring Saturday John Prine Day.

Chicago weekend events: Chicago Gourmet, live music and fall fun

A scavenger hunt, prairie adventure and Riverside tour offer plenty of reasons to embrace the season.

Fall is definitely in the air. We&#x27;re in that sweet spot where outdoor activities are quite pleasurable — not too sweaty but not shivering.<ul><li>Here&#x27;s how we plan to savor it.</li></ul>

How well do you know Chicago punk rock? Take our quiz

Music

Riot Fest takes over Douglass Park this weekend with headliners Tool, Twenty One Pilots, Alanis Morissette, Morrissey, Iggy Pop and Rise Against.Between the lines: The festival has carved out a different lane from Lollapalooza, staying rooted in punk and alternative rock rather than chasing the latest pop stars.

Riot Fest, Twin Peaks and more Chicago weekend picks

Outdoor shopping, music and food fests will keep that summer feeling flowing this weekend.

It&#x27;s not time to move all your weekend plans inside just yet. State of play: Outdoor shopping, music and food fests will keep that summer feeling flowing.Yes, but: For those eager to stay snug inside away from the elements, this weekend is a good one.Here are some spots we&#x27;re checking out this weekend.

Pravdafest brings Chicago indie music marathon to Fitzgerald's

Pravdafest packs a month&#x27;s worth of live music into this Saturday.Driving the news: The festival, named for one of Chicago&#x27;s longest-running independent record labels, features 16 Pravda bands alongside special guests.

7 things to do in Chicago to kick off the fall season

From Printers Row Lit Fest to Noname, Chicago's fall calendar is packed with music, books and more.

Labor Day marks the end of summer, which can conjure up fears of the long, cold winter ahead. But first: fall! Chicago&#x27;s fall arts scene maintains the energy of summer, but with less sweat. Here are some ways we&#x27;re ushering in the new season.

Best things to do in Chicago Labor Day weekend

The weekend includes the Chicago Jazz Festival, a movie marathon and tons of outdoor activities.

Let&#x27;s get ready to celebrate the holiday weekend! Here are some of our suggestions for a great Labor Day Weekend around Chicago.

Chicago's Sound & Gravity festival returns with 50+ acts

The four-day fest turns venues across Avondale and Bricktown into a hub for adventurous music.

Experimental, jazz, modern classical and more take center stage at Chicago&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Sound &amp; Gravity festival" data-vars-click-url="https://soundandgravity.org/" data-vars-content-id="ef8b3e49-b192-4c1d-8cfd-4b285a98f918" data-vars-headline="Chicago&#x27;s Sound &amp; Gravity festival returns with 50+ acts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://soundandgravity.org/" target="_blank">Sound &amp; Gravity festival</a> this weekend.

BTS ARMY returns to Chicago

Fans are making freebies and planning events across Chicago as BTS returns to Soldier Field.

K-Pop megastars BTS return to Chicago for the first time in seven years, and their ARMY stands ready. The big picture: The group that launched the K-Pop phenomenon performs two sold-out shows on Thursday and Friday at Soldier Field as part of their &quot;ARIRANG&quot; world tour.