Explore why Chicago’s area code remains a status symbol — and how it compares to other prestigious U.S. area codes like 212, ...
Get out the crying towels. Chicago is finally catching up to the burbs, which is anathema to city residents who derive some status from their residential area code or even their ZIP codes. Beginning ...
Chicago’s Loop and nearby surrounding areas would retain the 312 area code, and the rest of the city would be assigned 773 under a recommendation issued Monday by an aide to state utility regulators.