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Lincoln Park: History Hiding in Plain Sight

By Judy Carmack Bross  •  February 1, 2026

A 19th-century public cemetery evolved into a living archive of Chicago’s civic past. Filmmaker Kristin N. Smith uncovers the overlooked narratives embedded in the park’s landscape.

Ice In Her Veins: Firefighter Dons Olympic Hockey Referee Uniform

By David A. F. Sweet  •  February 8, 2026

A Lake Forest firefighter realizes her dream by stepping onto Olympic ice as a hockey referee.

Iron Lung – An Indie Success Story

By Jack LeJeune  •  February 5, 2026

YouTube creator Markiplier's debut feature film adapts the cult horror game into a claustrophobic thriller that earned $18 million on a $3 million budget.

Biba's Favorite Things: Linda Heister

By Biba Roesch  •  February 2026

A glimpse into the life and inspirations of Linda Heister—fashion, friendship, and the beauty of a 100-year-old Indiana home filled with rescued treasures.

Mimosa Heralds the Oncoming of Spring

By M Interiors Kelly  •  February 2026

From Paris fleuristes to the Côte d'Azur, the golden yellow mimosa flower brings winter sun and celebrates the oncoming of spring in France.

About the Town in February

By Philip Vidal  •  February 2026

From the Winter Olympics to jazz centennials, theater week to Black History Month—a guide to Chicago's milestones and celebrations this February.