Fun and Games – Page 16

Duke Mallard, the Oak Lawn Park District's mascot, interacts with families Oct. 17 at the Park District's Howl-O-Ween festival at Wolfe Wildlife Park. (Janice Neumann/Daily Southtown)

Duke Mallard ‘boogies down’ as Oak Lawn Park District mascot

By Janice Neumann

October 30, 2026 at 5:03 a.m.

Duke Mallard, the official mascot of the Oak Lawn Park District after taking over for...

Riders aboard the Raging Bull roller coaster scream as they head into a dip on May 26, 2016, at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee. (Anthony Souffle/baiduhai)

Six Flags roller coasters getting seat belts in wake of fatal accident: ‘Trust is earned through actions’

By Joseph States

October 27, 2026 at 2:19 p.m.

All Six Flags parks and rides will also undergo a review of safety procedures, the...

An Aztec dance group will be among the highlights of the Dia de los Muertos Festival on Nov. 1 in Oak Park. “I think the community is ready to celebrate again," said organizer Alma Martinez. "The community is asking to get together to honor our ancestors.” (Daveed Holmes, Aperture Photography)

Oak Park Dia de los Muertos Festival returns a year after being canceled by immigration enforcement fears

By Myrna Petlicki

October 26, 2026 at 2:07 p.m.

Public ofrendas are returning to Oak Park for a Dia de los Muertos Festival that...

Anthony Matesic works on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange in New York, Wednesday, April 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

The Tribune’s Quotes of the Week quiz for April 12

By Claire Malon

April 12, 2025 at 5:00 a.m.

Think you know what went on in the world of Chicago politics, sports and pop...

A lottery ticket vending machine is seen at a convenience store in Chicago, Sunday, April 6, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Mega Millions tickets rise to $5, but the lottery promises more giant jackpots

By Scott McFetridge

April 7, 2025 at 4:46 p.m.

Mega Millions players will get slightly better odds and should start seeing more billion-dollar jackpots,...

Sen. Cory Booker shattered a record for the longest speech in Senate history with a fiery protest against President Donald Trump's "unconstitutional" actions, beginning late on March 31, 2025, and going just over 25 hours. (Roberto Schmidt/Getty-AFP)

The Tribune’s Quotes of the Week quiz for April 5

By Grace Miserocchi

April 5, 2025 at 5:00 a.m.

Think you know what went on in the world of Chicago politics, sports and pop...

Mega Millions lottery tickets will be going up in price along with other changes to the lottery. (Karl Merton Ferron/Staff photo)

New Mega Millions game starts Tuesday with more prizes, higher ticket cost

By Michelle Deal-Zimmerman

April 4, 2025 at 8:33 a.m.

The cost to play Mega Millions goes up after Friday night’s game — and it...

The White Sox line up after player introductions their season opener against the Angels on March 27, 2025, at Rate Field. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

The Tribune’s Quotes of the Week quiz for March 29

By Claire Malon

March 29, 2025 at 5:00 a.m.

Think you know what went on in the world of Chicago politics, sports and pop...

Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez speaks after meeting with Mayor Brandon Johnson and Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates at City Hall on Wednesday. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

The Tribune’s Quotes of the Week quiz for March 22

By Grace Miserocchi

March 22, 2025 at 5:00 a.m.

Think you know what went on in the world of Chicago politics, sports and pop...

Performers will reach new heights at the Triton Troupers Circus, April 10-13, at Triton College in River Grove. (Anna Cillian)

‘Everyday neighbors performing death-defying feats’ at Triton circus

By Myrna Petlicki

March 17, 2025 at 2:39 p.m.

Triton College’s Triton Troupers Circus features performers who have been learning circus arts at the...

Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, right, works out on March 14, 2025, with teammates in preparation for the Tokyo Series against the Dodgers at the Tokyo Dome in Tokyo. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

The Tribune’s Quotes of the Week quiz for March 15

By Claire Malon

March 15, 2025 at 5:00 a.m.

Think you know what went on in the world of Chicago politics, sports and pop...

Chef Giada De Laurentiis will be launching two new Italian restaurants at Hollywood casinos in Joliet and Aurora. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Hollywood Casino partnering with celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis on Joliet, Aurora restaurants

By Robert Channick

March 12, 2025 at 1:05 p.m.

Celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis has partnered with Hollywood casinos to launch Italian restaurants at...

A newer version of the Barbie doll, right, stands next to the original 1959 doll in Malibu, Calif., Wednesday, March 4, 2009. The Barbie doll was introduced on March 9, 1959.(AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

Today in History: Barbie doll introduced at the American International Toy Fair

By Associated Press

March 9, 2025 at 3:30 a.m.

On March 9, 1959, the Barbie doll was introduced at the American International Toy Fair in...