Didn’t even need the laptops and that’s the horrifying part. Didn’t even see them at first.

BIG D GRANDROYAL@bigdgrandroyal.bsky.social · 4h ago

For more than a century, Chicago has shaped the way generations of children have played. From wooden construction sets and red wagons to clever board games and talking toys, inventors have turned imagination into a successful industry. to.wttw.com/4idnZde #ChicagoStoriesWTTW

The Iconic Toys and Games Created in Chicago

For more than a century, Chicago has shaped the way generations of children have played. From simple wooden construction sets and little red wagons to clever board games and talking toys, inventors ha...

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I missed the Disco era and I'm really pissed about it.

Genie Lauren@moreandagain.me · 3d ago

You could just wake up on a random day in the 70s and be inundated with good music. Man What a time.

twitch.tv/princerogerspollard 7 PM ET TONIGHT THIS TIME I’LL HAVE A TRIPOD 🤣

Coming on the heels of the reporting about lobbying the pope to say models could be conscious, it’s clear they are determined to impose their cultish worldview on everyone.

The Verge@theverge.com · 3d ago

Anthropic wrote that the new policy update “is meant to apply only in extreme cases, where users repeatedly act cruelly toward our models, with no discernible purpose. It does not apply to common versions of user frustration, pushback, dark creative themes, or model testing and research.”

Make art. Make bad art. Learn. Get better. Fuck AI.

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Dance Theatre of Harlem is reviving its landmark 1982 production of Firebird under the helm of artistic director Robert Garland. n.pr/4j0lxI6

Dance Theatre of Harlem seeks new chapter with Firebird revival

Dance Theatre of Harlem is reviving its landmark 1982 production of Firebird under the helm of artistic director Robert Garland.

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Every day I have a new reason to hate AI, but today’s is that they faked the work of one of my longtime collaborators.

Nieman Lab@niemanlab.org · 6d ago

ChatGPT is adding real cartoonists’ signatures to fake New Yorker cartoons buff.ly/YJ1mAiP

This is why I lift. Folks are getting very aggy in these streets and some basic laws of physics are in order.

Ayo@darrylayo.bsky.social · 6d ago

One of those video bloggers dumped water on a woman who was wearing just a…just a going-out dress 👗 (literally that) and she proceeded to beat him up and throw him fully onto the floor

Her paintings are coveted by collectors, who have tried to get her off the streets — but she says no to everything but payment for her work.

Watercolors by Peace Prophet hang in homes across Chicago. But the artist has no home of her own.

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*swings imaginary ponytail* music.apple.com/us/album/fun...

Funny Munny (feat. Fatfemme & Princess Precious) by Byrell The Great on Apple Music

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Who's ready for a new season of Chicago Stories?! 🙋 Four new episodes kick off this Friday, Oct. 2 with Chicago Stories: The World's Fair of 1893. #ChicagoStoriesWTTW

The World’s Columbian Exposition not only inspired people, it also showed the world a new Chicago. Tune in to a new season of Chicago Stories tonight at 8:00 pm on the PBS app and at this link: to.wttw.com/46JDIJd #ChicagoStoriesWTTW to.wttw.com/4y8Vd2w

The 1893 World's Fair Is the Subject of a New 'Chicago Stories' Documentary

“This fair not only changed Chicago, it shaped the American imagination,” says one of the producers about the fair that introduced Vienna Beef, the Ferris Wheel, the zipper, and more.

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Late night trips to Goose Island is one of my favorite memories as a kid. So happy they’re still around

Block Club Chicago@blockclubchi.bsky.social · last wk.

Goose Island Shrimp has been serving up fried shrimp since 1973. The restaurant will be honored with a local small business award next week for its contributions to the neighborhood. buff.ly/KMQYwOb

new: @jamieludwig.bsky.social put together everything you could possibly want to know about alprs (and some stuff you probably wish you didn’t know) into a wonderful guide. check it out:

Automated license plate readers, explained - Chicago Reader

Whether in or outside law enforcement, the spread of automated license plate reader (ALPR) technology raises alarms around privacy, data security, and public safety. It also begs the question of how t...

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Communion this weekend at St Peter’s will be light beer and a bite size Chicago style hot dog

Bill Hanstock@sundownmotel.bsky.social · 2w ago

imagine the beer being flung in vatican city rn

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What a privilege it is to wake up with the chance to try again. To start over. To make a different choice. To keep going. To simply do better than yesterday. Whatever yesterday looked like, today is another opportunity. Be gentle with yourself. 🫶🏾✨

Another #AMomenOfJoy, Young Earth Wind and Fire Edition

The kiddo is in his room getting extra trombone practice in 🥹

With the November election approaching, the Chicago Board of Elections and Cook County Clerk’s Office are looking for people to serve as poll workers on Election Day. https://to.wttw.com/4hh6ad3

Chicago, Suburban Cook County Seeking Poll Workers for November Midterm Election

With the November election approaching, the Chicago Board of Elections and Cook County Clerk’s Office are looking for people to serve as poll workers on Election Day. Election judges must be a registe...

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Made it a year at my job. My team is dope and the perks are even better. Thankful 🙏🏽

Some Chicagoans — based on where you live — will see questions (binding and non-binding) about a range of issues, including: • taxing big corporations • a millionaires tax to fund public schools • spending $1B of taxpayer money on a quantum facility thetriibe.com/2026/09/the-...

The 2026 election is coming. Here’s what Chicago voters need to know • The TRiiBE

From the Chicago School Board race and local ballot questions to early voting and Vote By Mail, here are the key dates and details Chicago voters should know before Nov. 3.

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NEW — Yes, the Midterms is taking over the national conversation. Here in Chicago, though, there's also the historic Chicago School Board race and multiple ballot questions that need your attention. thetriibe.com/2026/09/the-...

The 2026 election is coming. Here’s what Chicago voters need to know • The TRiiBE

From the Chicago School Board race and local ballot questions to early voting and Vote By Mail, here are the key dates and details Chicago voters should know before Nov. 3.

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Mariah really gave us a word when she said, “I’m doing the best I can with what I got.”

Chest day went great. Set a new PR on pec deck (70lbs x 10). Also close to being back at 90 on my bench after being out the gym for almost a year. #blackskyfitness

Sasha Banks: I'm Very Proud Of Myself

Alt: Sasha Banks: I'm Very Proud Of Myself

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A moment worth seeing from every angle 🥹 More from the moment Olivia Miles learned she was the 2026 WNBA Kia Rookie of the Year! #KiaROY | #WNBASeason30

Remembering Don Cornelius on his birthday (September 27, 1936 – February 1, 2012) 🕊️💙 #SoulTrain