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Chicago News Sports Events Culture

Located on Lake Michigan in the heart of the Windy City, Chicago is a sport loving city of nearly 3 million inhabitants. The city’s sports legacy dates back to the days of the Chicago Bulls, the defending Stanley Cup champions. With an impressive list of high profile franchises and a robust minor league system, the city isn’t short on highs and lows. While the Bears have not been particularly stellar thus far, the city has notched some notable victories in the NHL and the NFL. With the exception of the Chicago Cubs, the city is a sporting fanatic’s dream. This is evidenced by the many sports related twitters that pepper the city’s streets at any given time of day.

The city is also home to a bevy of technology companies, including Boeing, Cisco, and Nokia. As with many urban centers, the city has its share of slumlords and eejits, but there is no shortage of savvy and sassy folks with a keen interest in all things techy. Of course, the city is also a breeding ground for some of the world’s most intrepid explorers. Fortunately, they are rewarded with a variety of well-kept secrets. Besides, the city is home to some of the best sports venues on the planet. There are also numerous tech related conferences, trade shows, and conventions held each year. Keeping tabs on these events isn’t always a breeze. As a result, the city is well suited to a wide variety of aficionados, from the stoic to the hyperbolic.