On August 12, 1833, the Town of Chicago was incorporated with a population of about 200.

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On August 12, 1833, the Town of Chicago was incorporated with a population of about 200.
Pssst… Chicagoans! There is a commemorative library card to be had at the Obama Library branch! Mine was from 2005 so when I heard there were limited edition cards down on Stoney Island, I flew down lake shore.
Also, it’s pretty cool! Excited to go back when I have time to wander and it’s not a gray day.
The Tribune Tower in Chicago blanketed in smoke from the Canadian wildfires. July 16, 2026.
Chicago River Architecture and Skyline by David Oppenheimer Chicago River architecture and skyline in late-day light, with downtown towers lining both banks as sunlight reflects from glass facades across the water. Viewed from a Chicago River architecture cruise, the scene includes the Riverwalk and a tour boat moving through the dense riverfront cityscape of Chicago, Illinois – © 2026 David Oppenheimer – Performance Impressions photography archives
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Eastland Disaster 7/24/1915
Chicago, May 2026 // Digital, Olympus FE-110