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The 54-by-30-inch oil painting chronicles Nash’s path as the “BooRay! King,” tracing the card game’s French royal origins and its crossover into American sports and entertainment before arriving at the casino floor. #portrait

The three-day festival runs August 30 through September 1 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. each day at the park’s Sunken Gardens. #laborday

“Our teachers are ready, our classrooms are ready, and the entire city is behind our scholars every step of the way.” #students

Environmental groups praised the measure, calling it one of the strongest actions yet in Illinois to address the chemicals, which are nearly impossible to break down in the environment. #chemicals

“Today marks a pivotal step towards bringing quality, affordable healthcare to all Illinoisans,” Pritzker said.  #healthcare

The fireside chat, set for Thursday, Aug. 21, from 8 to 9 p.m. at Preston Bradley Hall in the Chicago Cultural Center, will give audiences a close-up look at the Grammy-nominated musician, songwriter, and producer whose influence has spanned jazz, R&B, pop, and beyond. #music

This year’s reassessment saw the total value of residential properties in the township climb more than 30% over 2024. Steele said the session aims to make the appeals process easier to navigate. #propertytaxes

The event begins at 2:30 p.m. and will feature free grocery giveaways provided by The Kindness Campaign, hot meals from Chicago’s Chicken and Waffles, and community support from Illinois House Majority Leader Kam Buckner. #anti-violence

Each scene repeats with subtle — or sometimes dramatic — changes, showing how a single choice or phrase can alter the trajectory of a life. #theater

The recognition highlights students who have excelled academically while balancing part-time studies. #honors