Behind the Scenes, Crew Members Keep NASCAR Chicago Street Race Running Smoothly

Behind the scenes, crew members keep NASCAR Chicago Street Race running smoothly

At the door of the DGM Racing trailer, Janice Kennett sat peacefully in the double shade of a tent and her Chevrolet baseball cap. She took advantage of a quiet moment between her caretaker duties for the racing team: Kennett washes all the drivers’ suits and ensures the team is stocked with cold drinks and snacks. She and her husband, Gary — who drives the truck for the team — have been with DGM Racing for four years. They drive to all 33 race …

NASCAR Chicago Street Race fans, organizers praise diversity efforts — 'There's always more work to do'

Christopher Boone fell in love with NASCAR in 2007 when channel surfing led him to the Daytona 500.Over the years, he has seen the organization change, with different types of people represented behind the wheel and in the stands.“The culture is drastically different,” said Boone, 27, a Chicago native who now lives in East Chicago, Ind. “It's more diverse than ever. I'm seeing a lot more people of color being NASCAR fans nowadays than back in th…

Fans descend on Grant Park for third NASCAR Chicago Street Race – Usa news

Grant Park buzzed with energy Saturday morning as tens of thousands of attendees descended on the park grounds for the third NASCAR Chicago Street Race amid rising temperatures and a blazing sun. The third and final race weekend of NASCAR’s three-year deal with the city brought fans from throughout the country, with first-time race attendees and seasoned fans flooding through the gates. The city and NASCAR could extend the contract for two more …