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Raise a glass--it's the weekend! Did you know there's a drink at The Aviary that requires a sort of slingshot? 

Halsted Street is going to be a big party the next two weekends for Chicago Gay Pride Parade and the Pride Festival. The biggest days of sales for many businesses in the neighborhood...but not all.

Graphic prints, booties and the color pink--all hot fashion trends for the summer. We had a Neiman Marcus personal shopper show us how to make these looks work for the office. 

U-S-A! Before the big U.S. vs. Portugal World Cup watch party on Sunday, read up on the Chicago ad team behind U.S. Soccer. 

For the techies: Chicago startup incubator 1871 gets $2.5 million for expansion at Merchandise Mart.

Did you miss Major Lazer at Lollapalooza last year? Don't miss a thing this year and enter to win a pair of 3-day passes to the sold-out fest! Spend the weekend with Arctic Monkeys, Lorde, Outkast and more.  

Win tickets to watch a fusion of breakdancing and Johann Sebastian Bach at Chicago's Civic Opera House. 

We're giving you 8 ways to enter. 

He describes his style as proud, modern and creative. From his Adidas kicks to his J.Crew jacket, Carlos Herrera's office look is perfect for work and play.

What happens when a bunch of data scientists throw a birthday party? There are drinks, food, music--and a science fair. 

If Chicago gets the George Lucas museum, the wildlife may suffer. Specifically--Bears game-day tailgaters. 

"Show 'em a little Chicago shimmy!" This Windy City burlesque production has a permanent home. 

After a winter like Chiberia, is there really such a thing as "bad patio dining" in this city? We explore this question. 

And last but not least---Howard Tullman decides to brighten up techie hub 1871 with art from his personal collection. 

After five years, Cameron's house in "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" finally sells.

Yikes. 

Willis Tower Ledge has closed after a report of cracking glass. Check it out here.