Welcome to the Newto News for March of 2024. My name is Zack Cockfield, and my team and I created Newtomedia as a way for visitors or new residents to get information about a city. Each month we bring together resources that will update you on the history, amenities, culture, future opportunities and all other things inside a city that make it unique. We also hope to be a resource for connecting you with people and businesses that can help you live a better life. If you find our efforts useful, please click on the links to get more information!
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Chicago, Illinois was officially incorporated as a city in 1837, but its history dates back even further to when the area was inhabited by Native American tribes such as the Potawatomi. The city rapidly grew in the mid-19th century due to its strategic location as a transportation hub, with the construction of railroads and the Illinois and Michigan Canal boosting its economy. Chicago became known for its booming industry, particularly in meatpacking, steel production, and manufacturing. The city also played a significant role in the labor movement, with events like the Haymarket Affair and the Pullman Strike shaping its history. In the early 20th century, Chicago saw a surge in cultural and architectural development, with iconic landmarks such as the Wrigley Building and the Tribune Tower being constructed. The city also became a center for jazz, blues, and literature, with influential figures like Louis Armstrong and Carl Sandburg calling Chicago home. Today, Chicago is a vibrant metropolis known for its diverse neighborhoods, world-class museums, and iconic skyline.
The top 10 industries that are hiring locally:
- Healthcare
- Technology
- Education
- Hospitality
- Finance
- Manufacturing
- Retail
- Construction
- Government
- Transportation
The top 10 recreational activities the area is known for:
- Hiking
- Biking
- Skiing
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Rafting
- Camping
- Wine tasting
- Rock climbing
- Sightseeing
Average low and high temperature for the month:
Low: 50°F, High: 80°F
Average precipitation for the month:
2 inches
Elevation:
2,500 feet
Average home price:
$300,000
Average household income:
$60,000
The top 10 tourist points of interest:
- National Park
- Historical Site
- Botanical Garden
- Zoo
- Museum
- Landmark
- Amusement Park
- Farmers Market
- Scenic Viewpoint
- Wineries
The top 10 restaurants:
The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago
Frontera Grill
River North – Frontera Grill, opened in 1987, provides a casual dining experience with inventive Mexican cuisine. It is one of the landmarks in River North for its inventiveness and appreciation for Mexican food in America.
Rooh
West Loop – Rooh offers modern Indian cooking with familiar classics such as butter chicken, jackfruit kofta, scallops dusted with gunpowder pepper, and achari monkfish, providing a better taste of modern Indian cooking.
Bar Sótano
River North – Bar Sótano is a basement tavern that serves as an experimental space with pop-ups and creative cocktails, offering a unique dining experience in the River North area.
88 Marketplace
East Pilsen – 88 Marketplace offers a unique experience with a Chinese grocer stocking tons of ingredients not readily available at chain supermarkets, along with a second-floor food court offering creative sushi menus and other delights.
Daisies
Logan Square – Daisies celebrates midwestern comfort foods, including fresh-made pasta, creative preparation of vegetables, and decadent desserts, providing a unique dining experience in Logan Square.
Esmé
Lincoln Park – Esmé is a special occasion spot with a commitment to showcasing local visual artists on a rotating basis, offering a tasting menu with playfulness and elegance, aiming to provide a comfortable upscale scenario full of sauce dots.
Current Events:
Thu • 7:00pm
Matt Rife: ProbleMATTic World Tour
The Chicago Theatre
Thu • 11:00am
Lollapalooza
Grant Park
Thu • 7:00pm
Matt Rife: ProbleMATTic World Tour
The Chicago Theatre
Thu • 7:00pm
Matt Rife: ProbleMATTic World Tour
The Chicago Theatre
Thu • 10:00pm
Matt Rife: ProbleMATTic World Tour
The Chicago Theatre
Thu • 10:00pm
Matt Rife: ProbleMATTic World Tour
The Chicago Theatre
Thu • 8:00pm
Matt Rife: ProbleMATTic World Tour
The Chicago Theatre
Thu • 10:00pm
Matt Rife: ProbleMATTic World Tour
The Chicago Theatre
Thu • 5:00pm
Matt Rife: ProbleMATTic World Tour
The Chicago Theatre
