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Scapi Weekly: October 11–18, 2026

Catch up on Scapi’s stories from Chicago and beyond, published from October 11, 2026 to October 18, 2026. Select a headline to read the full story.

Pinksqueeze puts queer demands up front on The Gay Agenda

The Chicago band’s September single leads toward its second album, We Can Have It.

A way into Bussy Kween Power Trip’s Coming With the Strap

The Chicago band’s 2025 debut full-length pairs a Black queer punk perspective with local targets and absurd humor.

French Inhaler’s Practiced Lines adds a synth-driven chapter to Chicago DIY

The trio’s August release connects synth-pop and post-punk through a locally recorded nine-song set.

Catching up with BEASTII, from Follower to a new trio

A former Scapi Radio guest has a new lineup and another album in progress.

Marimacha Monarca Press makes room for queer memory through print

The Chicago collective’s zines and workshops connect self-publishing, shared history and everyday community knowledge.

Sooper Records offers 22 ways into its first decade

The Chicago label’s anniversary compilation gathers NNAMDÏ, Sen Morimoto, KAINA, Monobody and more in a free digital release.

Court record details surveillance at Chicago’s Co-Prosperity

An HSI report describes undercover attendance, recording and vehicle checks around an April 2 speaking event. The record was filed October 12.

French unions and students march over living costs; government reports 1,200 arrests

Workers and students demonstrated across France October 17 over prices and public services. The CGT and Interior Ministry gave different turnout estimates.

Chicago Fringe Opera returns to Borelli’s with improvised Op*erratic

Audience suggestions become an opera at three remaining fall shows, Oct. 21, Nov. 18 and Dec. 16, with a $15 suggested donation.

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