It’s the final weekend before Christmas, which means last-minute gift runs and plenty of excuses to get out of the house.

The Cleveland Browns traveled to Chicago last weekend for football. I made the trek west the same weekend, but for ballet.

As the Trump administration’s mass deportation raids continue, their impact has stretched across the Chicago region. Here’s what to know.

Every ticket includes a ride on the iconic Centennial Wheel, where you can soar to heights of nearly 200 feet and take in dazzling views of the Pier’s holiday lights. For tickets or for general ...