Friday, May 15, 2026

Sam Sianis, the legendary owner of the Billy Goat Tavern, died of natural causes at 91 years old. The 2026 Crosstown Classic kicks off this evening, and the White Sox will host the Cubs at Rate Field for the three-game series. The annual Chi Food Truck Fest is back at Daley Plaza for people lunching in the Loop. Singer-songwriter Alynda Segarra has carved out a space as a leading voice in modern folk music. The singer-songwriter recently found a home right here in Chicago, playing with a group of local musicians under the moniker Hurray for the Riff Raff.