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Actor Dre Meza plays an acorn character with a large mask during Free Street's debut performance of "Touch Grass" at Davis Square Park in the Back of the Yards neighborhood.Camilla Forte/Borderless Magazine/Catchlight Local/Report for America
A 12-Foot Puppet. A Small House. A Play On The Southwest Side About The Impact of Trees Arts & CultureFeaturedVisuals

A 12-Foot Puppet. A Small House. A Play On The Southwest Side About The Impact of Trees

A theater troupe is bringing an interactive puppet show to Chicago’s South and West Side parks this month, encouraging people to learn more about how trees impact community health.
and July 24, 2026
Camilla Forte/Borderless Magazine/Catchlight Local/Report for America
Mexican Independence Day Parades Celebrate Heritage, Despite Immigration Pressures Arts & CultureTrending

Mexican Independence Day Parades Celebrate Heritage, Despite Immigration Pressures

As thousands celebrated their pride during this weekend’s Mexican Independence Day celebrations, many also took a stand against the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement activity in Chicago.
, and September 16, 2025
Photos by Camilla Forte/Borderless Magazine/ Catchlight Local/ Report for America
Chicago’s Goth Artists Support Immigrants Through Their Music: ‘We’re…Fighting the Good Fight’ Arts & CultureTrendingVisuals

Chicago’s Goth Artists Support Immigrants Through Their Music: ‘We’re…Fighting the Good Fight’

In response to recent ICE raids, Chicago Goth Scene organized a benefit concert to raise funds for the National Immigrant Justice Center and stand in solidarity with impacted families.
July 24, 2025
Photo illustration by Max Herman/Borderless Magazine; screenshot of Hatice Özge Akbudak from video by Tara Mobasher; additional screenshots from Akbudak’s social media.
Turkish Influencer Shares Vibrant Culture with Chicago Arts & Culture

Turkish Influencer Shares Vibrant Culture with Chicago

When much of the world was locked down in early 2020, Hatice Özge Akbudak started documenting her journey in America. Now, she has a dedicated following as she elevates her culture and explores Chicago.
October 8, 2024