The Cleveland Cavaliers’ James made a bet with the Bulls’ Dwyane Wade for the World Series: If the Cubs won, LeBron would have to don a team uniform. If the Cleveland Indians won, Wade would have to wear Indians gear.

James, an Akron, Ohio, native, is an Indians Superfan who hammed it up in a Cleveland luxury suite during the World Series and flexed his muscles when things looked up for his guys. Wade is a Robbins native and a proud Chicagoan.

Chicago is definitely one of those cities where you’ll never run out of places to see and things to do. It has such a rich culture that it always appears right on top of everyone’s list of favorite cities to visit in the US.

The moment you land, book a Universal Taxi right away. From there, rush off to these top Chicago attractions that you should never miss:

• Millennium Park

There’s just so much to see at Millennium Park that it’s one place around the city that never gets old. You can visit the famed Cloud Gate (more popularly known as The Bean), a sculpture by Anish Kapoor, or walk through the Lurie Garden. Enjoy the Crown Fountain, or the Pritzker Pavilion. If you’re lucky, you may even end up catching an outdoor concert or show.

• The Art Institute of Chicago

With over 300,000 artworks within its walls, we highly doubt that you’ll get tired of this amazing landmark right away. They house art from all over the world, with creations dating way back to the ancient times all the way to more modern pieces. The place itself is a work of art and is one of the most fabulous pieces of architecture around the city.

• Adler Planetarium

Once you’ve experienced the Sky Theater at the Adler Planetarium, you can definitely say that you’ve been to space and beyond. It features the best resolution and quality among all space virtual reality trips around the world.

• 360 Chicago

If you plan on conquering your fear of heights, this is the destination that you should never miss. Previously known as the John Hancock Observatory, it gives you the best views of the entire city and the neighboring areas from 1000 feet above the ground. If you’ve got the guts to do it, you can try the Tilt attraction. It’s a platform that extends from the building, then tilts at a 30° angle to give you that heart-dropping impression that you’re slowly falling off the building.

• The Navy Pier

If you want excellent views of Lake Michigan, the Navy Pier is the best place to go to. It has a 150-foot high Ferris wheel and an 18-hole mini-golf course. You can also watch movies in its IMAX cinema, or catch a concert or two set on the Family Pavilion Stage.

• Wrigley Field

Knowing that the Cubs have finally broken the 108-year drought by winning the 2016 World Series, it’s even more important that you visit Wrigley Field. You can enjoy any of the tours offered in and around the stadium, or you can go ice skating just outside the field during the winter season.

These are just 6 attractions, but they’re already enough to wow you and endear you even more to the Windy City. If you want to experience more, just ask your Universal Taxi cabbie for recommendations. For sure, they have a lot of insider knowledge that would help you enjoy the city even more, straight from a legitimate local’s viewpoint.

Connecting the popular 606 Trail to a continuous riverfront path is just one of the big ideas included in the detailed “Chicago River Trail Action Plan” released Thursday by the Active Transportation Alliance.

After sharing a high-level summary of the report in October, the alliance now is putting meat on the plan’s bones. Specific recommendations encompass everything from major infrastructure projects to minor sign improvements.

The advocacy group consulted with community organizations and city agencies on its proposals. Although the centerpiece of the plan is a 27-mile continuous river trail, the alliance also focused on the need for user-friendly connections to the waterway for pedestrians and cyclists approaching from the east and west.

The plan separates the riverfront into seven “zones” — from Edison Park on the Northwest Side to Archer Heights on the Southwest Side — and notes existing conditions, areas of opportunity and needed improvements.

Among the “big ideas”: Create a network of neighborhood greenways on the Northwest Side to overcome barriers, such as highways and railroad embankments, that limit access to the North Branch Trail.

An elaborate rendering demonstrates how the 606 could connect to a Chicago River Trail via underpasses, ramps and bridges.

On a far smaller scale, the alliance points out areas where simply painting new stripes for bike lanes would make it safer for cyclists to get to the river.

The Chicago River Trail Action Plan is merely advisory; the alliance seeks to build consensus and identify priorities to move development forward.

The recent push for a continuous trail is aimed in part at taking advantage of a “unique window of opportunity,” according to the alliance.

With a number of public and private projects either underway or scheduled to break ground along the river, several miles of trail could rapidly come to fruition, and coordination is necessary, the report states.

A tall, sleek white bridge designed to allow cyclists and pedestrians to cross Lake Shore Drive at 35th Street opened Wednesday evening.

Mayor Rahm Emanuel was on hand, along with other elected officials, city transportation officials and community members, to celebrate the opening of the city’s first suspension bridge spanning the southern portion of Lake Shore Drive.

“Chicago is only as strong as its neighborhoods, and the investment we’ve made in this beautiful new bridge strengthens Bronzeville and makes it easier for residents to enjoy our unparalleled lakefront,” said Emanuel. “This project will improve the health of the community and its residents. It also brightens the future of Bronzeville and builds on the great momentum we’re seeing throughout the community.”

Unlike the narrower bridge that previously straddled the drive at 35th Street, the suspension bridge is 20 feet wide and fully accessible to people with disabilities, city Transportation Department spokesman Mike Claffey said.

Like San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge, the weight of the 35th Street bridge is suspended over the roadway “by cables, ropes or chains from two tall towers.”

Plans for the bridge first were announced in 2014, and Emanuel said it was designed to allow Bronzeville residents to get to the lakefront without traveling to 31st Street or 39th Street.

Ald. Sophia King (4th) echoed Emanuel sentiments, but also mentioned the historical aspect of the bridge’s location.

“The 4th Ward is immensely honored to house the only single-cable suspension bridge in the city of Chicago, which will serve as a passageway to one of our community’s most prized assets — the lakefront,” King said. “Moreover, the bridge is anchored only steps away from the Stephen Douglas Tomb and Memorial, which further underscores the depth of distinction and historical significance.”

The bridge was built with $18 million from the federal government and $5 million in state funds.

The only other suspension bridge in Chicago crosses the Chicago River between Lincoln Park and Wicker Park.

The bridge also features architectural and safety lighting, landscaping enhancements and pedestrian plazas on both ends, Claffey said.

The bridge stands about 17 feet above the drive, officials said.

By the end of 2018, city officials plan to build a pedestrian bridge at 41st Street and 43rd Street, and replace vehicular bridges at 31st Street and 39th Street, Claffey said.

Michelle Wall, a Bronzeville resident, said she thinks the bridge will be a great addition to the community.

“It’s nice that we have this addition. We have 31st and 39th [streets]; it’s great that people can enjoy the lakefront from this side of Bronzeville,” Wall said. “It’s a great way for us to get to the lake even more from bikes and even more.”

In recent months, a Mariano’s store has opened up the Bronzeville/Douglas neighborhood, and there are plans to build a Culver’s franchise in the community.

A lot of people think that driving their own car is far better than riding a taxi. For them, the former is more economical and more convenient. While in some cases this is true, often, hiring a taxi has more advantages. Below are the reasons why hiring a service like Universal Taxi is better than driving your own car.

You get to be the passenger.

Yes, driving is fun, but just on certain roads. There are times when you drive only because you don’t have any other choice. If you hire a taxi service, you don’t have to worry about manning the wheel. You can just relax as a passenger – and possibly do other things like make a list, or listen to a podcast while you’re at it. It’s basically like hiring a personal chauffeur.

You free yourself from additional expenses.

When you hire a taxi, you can stop stressing about additional expenses for your car. With taxis, all you need to do is pay the cabbie for his service. You don’t have to think about regular car maintenance costs and the fluctuating gas prices.

You can ride a cab any time.

Taxi services are available every minute of every day. This is especially an advantage if you’re in Chicago – or any other city – for the first time. You can get a cab at whatever point you need one. If there’s something wrong with your own car, you can still go to wherever you’re going, thanks to the option of taking a convenient taxi ride.

You’re not liable in the event of an accident.

Regardless of what vehicle you’re riding, road accidents happen. But if you’re in an accident driving your own car, you’re bound to pay something – probably for damages and/or injuries. If you’re at fault, you’re liable to pay for either or both for the other party as well. When you ride a cab and get into an accident, the taxi company takes care of the problem.

You get a free roadmap education.

Most cabbies are knowledgeable drivers. They’re supposed to know their city and have insider tips, like what road to take to avoid the rush hour traffic. This is also an advantage if you’re a new driver or driving in a new city. Taxi drivers know all the shortcuts. You can educate yourself about directions by hiring a taxi service like Universal Taxi.

You can enjoy being a tourist.

Hiring a taxi is great when you’re in huge cities like Chicago. You don’t have to worry about going from one attraction to another the safest and fastest way. You can let the cabbie do that for you.

You free yourself from parking nightmares.

One of the top benefits of hiring a taxi service is worrying no more about finding a parking space. Cabs offer a quicker and more convenient traveling solution when it comes to parking – and that leaves you not stressing about it. You ride a cab, reach your destination, pay the cabbie, get out of the car, and worry no more.

While having your own car also has a lot of advantages, hiring a taxi service from time to time is a smart choice.