Extremely Local News: Get ready for music on the Chicago River!

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on:

River Concert Series Creator’s Next Act: A Musical Floating Parade: With the help of a $5,000 city grant, musician Ben Kinsinger and friends are organizing a July 19 show that will have bands perform on floating stages along the North Branch of the Chicago River.

Sidetrack Could Become The First Gay Bar In An American Airport: The iconic Lakeview bar is teaming up with restaurateur Germán González to bid for a specialty bar spot at O’Hare International Airport.

Open Books’ New Mobile Bookstore Is Rolling Out To West, South Sides: The books-on-wheels program will serve South and West side neighborhoods, bringing the nonprofit’s literacy programs to more neighbors.