For the past two years, the NASCAR Chicago Street Race has brought in thousands of people from more than 20 countries and boosted the local economy.But not everyone is thrilled to see it return for a third year.

NASCAR returns to town this weekend for the third — and perhaps final — Chicago Street Race. Here’s what you need to know if you’re planning to go or just watching from home.

Chicago Sports Commission Executive Director Kara Bachman said last year, the economic impact for the race was $128 million, which was 17.5% higher than 2023. But as Shardaa Gray reports, some find the NASCAR race to be an annoyance.