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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Peoria Riverfront's 35th Blues Fest features Gov't Mule, ZZ Ward and others
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD)–The Peoria Blues & Heritage Music Festival is two full days of blues music on multiple stages, surrounded by endless food, and craft beer, Labor Day weekend, on the Peoria Riverfront. Jack Manis, of Jay Goldberg Events & Entertainment, told WMBD This Morning that this year's festival 'is going to be the 35th year of having the Blues Fest down at the Peoria Riverfront.' He quipped that he's been doing it for so long that when he started, he had hair and a flat stomach. The festival, he said, has evolved from a few people being down on the Riverfront to multiple stages and national acts. It's a family-orientated event with kids under the age of 12 free with an adult. This year's milestone event will be headlined by a powerhouse lineup including Gov't Mule, Grammy-award winning singer Ruthie Foster, ZZ Ward, Tommy Castro & The Painkillers, and Ana Popovic. More artists will be announced later, the festival said in a news release. Blues is so American as 'any kind of music you listen to, you can probably go back to its origin, and there's some blues' he said. And to end the interview, Manis revealed another featured headliner — Buckwheat Zydeco. Tickets are on sale for single and two-day passes. There are also VIP options as well. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
26-05-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Vacant storefronts persist, but foot traffic is moving in downtown Chicago this Memorial Day
Downtown Chicago was busy this Memorial Day, with people spending the day outside and in stores. On Michigan Avenue along the Magnificent Mile across the Chicago River from the Loop, there are signs of closures and empty storefronts all around. But that did not deter shoppers from taking advantage of nice weather — and a nice deal or two. But while many were on the hunt for the best deals, sometimes people searching for their usual stores found them either moved or just gone. "Now that they're changing everything around, it's like, OK, I don't know where I'm going now," said one of two women who were in town from Miami celebrating a birthday. "I'm used to staple locations of different things, and now since they moved them around. I'm kind of a little lost." Despite that, the women recommended Chicago for a summer getaway. "With that comes a ton of great new events, or longstanding events that people are always excited about like Sueños, and DCASE projects and programming like Blues Fest, and even our own Chicago Loop Alliance Sundays on State, typically," said Ariella Gibson, director of marketing and communications for the Chicago Loop Alliance. Gibson admitted more work needs to be done to fill the empty storefronts downtown. That goes for the Loop too. "Hundreds and thousands of square feet of vacant storefront space on State Street," she said. Recent data reported nearly 450 storefronts in the Loop and specifically on State Street were still empty post-pandemic. But Gibson said warmer months mean enthusiasm and foot traffic downtown — which could convince retailers to set up shop. "We're within 5 to 10% of 2019 levels on a weekly basis, and a lot of that has to do with weekend traffic, weekend foot traffic, and post-workday traffic too — so that means that people are coming down not just to work, but to play," she said. Last weekend, Choose Chicago reported there were over 46,000 hotel rooms filled on a single day — breaking a new record. The organization does not have the data for this week just yet. But with the Sueños Festival and the Memorial Day holiday, Choose Chicago is hoping for an added boost.
Chicago Tribune
16-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Mavis Staples will headline Chicago Blues Fest 2025
The Grammy-winning singer and civil rights activist Mavis Staples will headline the final night of this summer's Blues Fest, according to an announcement Wednesday by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. The 2025 Chicago Blues Festival is slated for June 5-8 in Millennium Park, as well as opening concerts and events at the Ramova Theatre (3520 S. Halsted St.) in Bridgeport and a Sunday series on Maxwell Street. All performances and events are free and open to the public. The full schedule: June 5 Ramova Theatre 4 p.m.: 'Living Blues Panel Discussion' with Jim O'Neal, Scott Barretta, Brett Bonner, Bruce Iglauer and Deitra Farr, moderated by Dick Shurman. 5:30 p.m.: 'Up Close & Personal with Bobby Rush,' led by Julia Miller of Delmark Records. 7:30 p.m.: Billy Branch & The Sons of Blues in concert. 9 p.m.: Bobby Rush in concert. June 6 Jay Pritzker Pavilion 4 p.m.: D.K. Harrell 5:15 p.m.: Dawn Tyler Watson 6:30 p.m.: John Primer with Steve Bell 7:30: B.B. King Centennial Tribute with Christone 'Kingfish' Ingram, D.K. Harrell and Jonathan Ellison with the B.B. King Centennial Band Visit Mississippi Crossroads Stage (South Promenade) Noon: Lady Adrena and LA Band 1:30 p.m.: Vick Allen featuring the Velvet Soul Band 3 p.m.: Johnny Rawls Soul Review 4:30 p.m.: Eddie Cotton Rosa's Lounge Stage (North Promenade) 12:30 p.m.: Ivan Singh 2 p.m.: Jamiah 'Dirty Deacon' Rogers and the Dirty Church Band 3:30 p.m.: Rico McFarland 5 p.m.: Sheryl Youngblood 6:30 p.m.: The Mike Wheeler Band June 7 Jay Pritzker Pavilion 4 p.m. – Women in Blues Tribute to Denise LaSalle with Nellie 'Tiger' Travis, Thornetta Davis, Nora Jean Wallace and Mzz Reese with Jonathan Ellison. 5:30 p.m.: Joey J. Saye, Stephen Hull and Harrell 'Young Rell' Davenport 6:30 p.m.: Latimore 7:45 p.m.: Christone 'Kingfish' Ingram Visit Mississippi Crossroads Stage (South Promenade) Noon: 2 Blues for You 1:30 p.m.: Jessie Robinson 3 p.m.: Vickie Baker, The V Souls and The Groove Crew 4:30 p.m.: John Primer & The Real Deal Blues Band Rosa's Lounge Stage (North Promenade) 12:30 p.m.: Stefan Hillesheim Band 2 p.m.: Michael Damani 3:30 p.m.: Lynne Jordan and The Shivers 5 p.m.: Joe Barr and The Platinum Band 6:30 p.m.: Theo Huff Harris Theater Rooftop Terrace – Next Generation of Blues 11 a.m.: Wendy & DB Noon: Chicago Blues Revival 1 p.m.: Curie Metropolitan High School 2 p.m.: Bandwith 3 p.m.: VanderCook College of Music June 8 Jay Pritzker Pavilion 3:45 p.m. – Willie Dixon's Blues Heaven Foundation celebrates the 75th anniversary of Chess Records 5:15 p.m.: C.J. Chenier and The Red Hot Louisiana Band 6:30 p.m.: Lurrie Bell and Frank Catalano 7:45 p.m.: Mavis Staples Visit Mississippi Crossroads Stage (South Promenade) Noon: Stevie J and The Blues Eruption 1:30 p.m.: Nellie 'Tiger' Travis 3 p.m.: Jonathan Ellison 4:30 p.m.: Ms. Jody Rosa's Lounge Stage (North Promenade) 12:30 p.m.: Harrell 'Young Rell' Davenport 2 p.m.: Jimmy Burns Band 3:30 p.m.: Nick Alexander Blues Band 5 p.m.: Sonia Astacio 6:30 p.m.: 3 by 3 Crew with Freddie Dixon, John Watkins, Maurice Vaughn and Tim Taylor Harris Theater Rooftop Terrace – Next Generation of Blues 11 a.m.: Wiggleworms featuring Amanda Payne and Will Fancher of Old Town School of Folk Music Noon: Fernando Jones Presents the Knott Us Band 1 p.m.: Kenwood Academy High School 2 p.m.: Nicholas Senn High School 3 p.m.: A Patch of Blues Maxwell Street between Halsted Street and Union Avenue 10 a.m.: DJ James Porter 11 a.m.: Marty 'Big Dog' Mercer Duo Noon: DJ James Porter 12:30 p.m.: Omar Coleman Westside Soul 1:30 p.m.: DJ James Porter 2 p.m.: Harmonica Hinds Duo Originally Published: April 16, 2025 at 11:40 AM CDT
Yahoo
06-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Afternoon Briefing: Trump delays tariffs on most goods from Mexico
Good afternoon, Chicago. A hearing on legislation that would allow terminally ill people to end their lives with the help of a physician was postponed as lawmakers sought more time to refine the proposal, which advocates are again pushing after failing to get a version through the General Assembly last year. The measure would legalize medical aid in dying, often referred to as physician-assisted suicide or medically-assisted death, allowing mentally competent, terminally ill adults the right to access life-ending prescription medication. Here's what else is happening today. And remember, for the latest breaking news in Chicago, visit and sign up to get our alerts on all your devices. Subscribe to more newsletters | Asking Eric | Horoscopes | Puzzles & Games | Today in History City officials began the painstaking process Wednesday of finding apartments for about 30 people living at a contentious Gompers Park homeless encampment. For Calixto Rodriguez, a resident who clutched a postcard listing available resources, it was a welcome plan. Read more here. More top news stories: Fire destroys magnesium factory in Dixmoor, crews work to secure area, monitor air quality Crowds gather in Naperville to promote democracy, protest Elon Musk This is the second one-month postponement Trump has announced since first unveiling the import taxes in early February. The reprieve would apply to goods that are compliant with the trade agreement Trump negotiated with Canada and Mexico in his first term. Read more here. More top business stories: Toys are expected to cost more by fall due to new US tariffs on Chinese imports Lakeshore East 3-bedroom home with private balcony: $3M The Bears have 27 players with expiring contracts, most notably wide receiver Keenan Allen, offensive linemen Teven Jenkins, Matt Pryor and Coleman Shelton, long snapper Patrick Scales and running back/special teams ace Travis Homer. The Tribune is tracking and analyzing the latest developments in free agency. Read more here. More top sports stories: Chicago White Sox pitching prospects Noah Schultz and Hagen Smith take steps forward in second spring outings Ryan Donato scores again in Chicago Blackhawks' OT loss. His red-hot month could be fueling trade interest. This summer's schedule of music festivals and city events was announced today, including the return of Blues Fest, Jazz Fest and other summer favorites, including the Chicago Air and Water Show and Taste of Chicago. Read more here. More top Eat. Watch. Do. stories: Review: 'Mickey 17,' with Robert Pattinson (and clone) tackling the worst job in the universe Tom Llamas to succeed Lester Holt as NBC 'Nightly News' anchor The hearing of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform lasted nearly six hours and grew increasingly confrontational. Republicans accused the Democratic leaders of New York, Chicago, Denver and Boston of sheltering dangerous criminals, while several of the mayors pointed to inaction in Washington. Read more here. More top stories from around the world: Second federal judge extends block preventing the Trump administration from freezing funding EU leaders meet for emergency summit on defense and Ukraine aid amid waning US support
Chicago Tribune
06-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
City announces Blues Fest, and Taste of Chicago and all the 2025 summer festivals
This summer's schedule of music festivals and city events was announced Thursday by Chicago's Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, including the return of Blues Fest, Jazz Fest and other summer favorites, including the Chicago Air and Water Show and Taste of Chicago. In addition, the announcement stretches further than summer, beginning with the farmers markets in Daley Plaza in May and including city plans for next New Year's Eve on the Riverwalk. Look for more information about music lineups, performers and film titles at a later date. Chicago Farmers Markets (May through October), the Division Street Market opens May 17 and Daley Plaza Market opens May 22; Maxwell Street Market (second Sundays from May through October) at 1330 S. Halsted St.; Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade (May 24) in Daley Plaza and State Street; Millennium Park Summer Workouts (Saturdays from May 17 to Aug. 30) in Millennium Park on the Great Lawn; Chicago Blues Festival (June 5-8) at the Ramova Theatre (on Thursday), Jay Pritzker Pavilion and Millennium Park; Grant Park Music Festival (June 11 to Aug. 16) at Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park, presented by the Grant Park Orchestral Association with support from the Chicago Park District and DCASE; Millennium Park Summer Music Series (June 26 to Aug. 7) with 10 concerts, most Mondays and Thursdays at Jay Pritzker Pavilion; Gospel Music Festival (July 12) at Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park; Millennium Park Summer Film Series (Tuesdays from July 1 to Aug. 26) at Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park; Chicago SummerDance (Aug. 7-23) in the Spirit of Music Garden in Millennium Park, plus other city events and Night Out in the Parks events June to September; Chicago Air and Water Show (Aug. 16-17, with rehearsal Aug. 15) at North Avenue Beach and the lakefront; Chicago House Music Festival (Aug. 22-23) in Millennium Park, Spirit of Music Garden and Riverwalk, with House Music Conference at the Chicago Cultural Center on Aug. 22; Chicago Jazz Festival (Aug. 28-31) at Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park, plus city events and at the Chicago Cultural Center; Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony (Nov. 21) in Millennium Park, plus Holiday Market (Nov. 21-23) and Holiday Sing-Alongs (on Fridays Dec. 5, 12, 19). New Year's Eve Celebration (Dec. 31) on the Riverwalk.
