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How to Play Bass Guitar with John Sutton
Howcast - Learn about John Sutton, one of Howcast's bass guitar experts, in this video.
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How to Dance to "All That Jazz" from the Musical Chicago
Howcast - Learn how to dance to "All That Jazz" from the musical Chicago from jazz dance expert Liz Piccoli in this Howcast dance video.
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How to Make a Harvey Wallbanger
Howcast - Depending on whom you ask, the Harvey Wallbanger was invented either in sunny Southern California in the '50s or in windy Chicago in the '60s. But it was unquestionably popular in the wild '70s, so it's no wonder the details...
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How to JB Skate
This style of roller skating, which originated in Chicago, grooves and bounces to the soul sounds of James Brown.
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Trump questions whether Harris is ‘Indian or Black’ in heated interview
White House slams former president’s attack on Democratic 2024 rival’s identity as ‘repulsive’ and ‘insulting’.
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Biden pledges more US school COVID tests in bid to avoid closures
The initiative comes as the White House faces mounting criticism over long lines and supply shortages for testing.
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A Trip to Chicago For This Very Lucky Old Tortoise
A few months ago, Al's keepers noticed a difference in his behavior.
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This Sunny 451 Sq Ft Studio Balances Work and Life Perfectly | House Tours
As a coach and facilitator, Erinne Brown says she spends most of her time either “coaching high-performing teams on their collaboration and effectiveness, or coaching women business leaders to manage the balance of a demanding career and...
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Johnny's 1920's Inspired Chicago Apartment | House Tours
Johnny Coleman’s 525-square-foot apartment might look incredibly expensive and decadent, but that’s due to his design skills, not a massive budget. Johnny, who is an interior architecture BFA candidate at Columbia College Chicago,...
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This Lawyer’s Cozy, Colorful Bungalow Is Full of Whimsical Charm | House Tours
Becky Bloom, a lawyer and digital product manager, lives in a house full of architectural details, and in the year that she’s owned it, she’s added a lot of her own personality (and color!). “My house is a beautifully maintained 1924...
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Chicago Skyline Is Iconic in New Drone Tour Footage
Take a flight high above the breathtaking Chicago skyline with this stunning drone footage. Marvel at the towering skyscrapers, including the Willis Tower and John Hancock Center, as they rise above the shores of Lake Michigan....
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Canadian military plane ferries Air India to Chicago after emergency landing in Iqaluit
A Canadian Forces aircraft airlifted stranded passengers to Chicago after a bomb threat caused an emergency landing in Iqaluit. Air India said it, and other Indian airlines, have been subject to a number of threats in recent days.
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This Old Tortoise Goes On a Trip To the Windy City
A few months ago, Al's keepers noticed a difference in his behavior.
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Would You Spend 13k On A Martini?
How much would you pay for a good martini? Is $13,000 a bit steep?
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Chicago: City of the Future
Chicago is home to major industries like quantum technology, nuclear energy, and transportation, making it one of the most diverse and innovative economies in the world. It also has a rich cultural history shaped by immigration and the...
The Daily Conversation
Chicago: Boomtown to Modern Marvel
Chicago became one of the most important cities in the U.S. thanks to its central location, booming railroad and river networks, and its role in agriculture and industry. It grew rapidly by processing goods like grain and meat, shipping...
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Chicago: An Aerial Tour of America’s Best Park System
Chicago is known for its beautiful public spaces, like Millennium Park with its famous Bean sculpture and its 30-mile lakefront that’s almost entirely parkland. The city has created green areas through smart planning and bold actions,...
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Chicago: The World's Fastest Growing City
In the late 1800s, Chicago grew rapidly into a major industrial city, but its wooden buildings and poor planning led to the Great Fire of 1871, which destroyed much of the city. Amazingly, the city quickly rebuilt, creating the world’s...
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The Mission To Destroy The Worst Greenhouse Gasses
Refrigerants in heat pumps and air conditioners help move heat, but if they leak, they can cause much more global warming than carbon dioxide. A company called Tradewater collects old refrigerant canisters and safely destroys them to...
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World's Columbian Exposition | Chicago World's Fair For Kids
Learn about the Chicago World's Fair held in 1893
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U.S. Regions
Explore the diverse landscapes and climates of the United States’ five geographic regions and discover the unique characteristics that define each area.
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The Temperance Movement
The Temperance Movement first emerged in the United States in the early 1800s. It played a pivotal role in the prohibition of alcohol across the country.
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The First Great Migration
The Great Migration saw over a million African Americans relocate from the South to urban areas in the North, sparking significant cultural and social change.
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The Gilded Age
Between the 1870s and 1900s, the United States experienced a period of rapid economic growth. But beneath the shiny veneer of the Gilded Age lurked profound inequality and widespread want.