Chicago Awards $6M to Support 300 Arts Nonprofits in 2025
More than 300 nonprofit arts and culture organizations across Chicago will receive over $6 million in general operating support through …
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Chicago Joins ‘Rockin’ Eve’ With First Central Countdown
For the first time, Chicago will serve as a live broadcast location for “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve”, producers …
U.S. Flight Cuts Deepen Amid Shutdown Staffing Crisis
U.S. airlines were forced to rapidly overhaul schedules and respond to mounting passenger frustration after the Trump administration ordered nationwide …
Illinois AG Urges Halloween Safety Checks
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul is urging parents and guardians to take extra precautions this Halloween by checking the Illinois …
Chicago Housing Reform Could Unlock Affordability
Chicago continues to struggle with a shortage of affordable housing, and many observers argue that traditional public-sector approaches have failed …
Illinois Faces Washington in Key Big Ten Matchup
The Illinois Fighting Illini and No. 23 Washington Huskies are set to meet Saturday in Seattle for a key Big …
Chicago Mayor Signs Order Protecting Protest Rights
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order reaffirming the city’s commitment to protecting residents’ right to protest. Called the …
Chicago Psychologist Honored With National Award
Kathy Zebracki, Ph.D., chief of psychology at Shriners Children’s Chicago, has been honored with a national leadership award from the …
Giants, Cardinals Clash With Wild-Card Hopes on Line
Chicago, 7:00 p.m. CT — Two teams clinging to their postseason hopes will collide Monday night when the St. Louis …
Chicago River Swim Returns After 98 Years
In a symbolic moment that merges history with renewal, the Chicago River swim has officially returned after a 98-year absence. …
Ford to Relocate HQ After Nearly 70 Years in Dearborn
For the first time in nearly 70 years, Ford Motor Company is relocating its world headquarters. The automaker announced that …
Chicago Fire II Loans Cassano to FC Lugano
Chicago Fire FC II has confirmed that forward Claudio Cassano will join FC Lugano on loan for the 2025-2026 Swiss …
Chicago Unveils 2025 World Music Festival Lineup
The City of Chicago has revealed the full lineup for the 2025 World Music Festival Chicago, set to run from …
Guardians, White Sox Close Series With Cecconi on the Mound
Slade Cecconi, who came within six outs of a no-hitter in his previous outing, will take the mound for the …
Charles Beach Elected New Chief Judge in Cook County
The Hon. Charles Beach has been chosen as the new Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County, securing …
Liberty Face Sky as Playoffs Loom, Reese in Spotlight
The New York Liberty will take the court one final time before the WNBA playoffs, while questions continue to swirl …
Midway Hosts Free Family Nights for Young Travelers
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) will host two free “Midway Airport Family Night” events this month, offering families an …
Braves Top Cubs 4-1 as Snitker Earns 800th Win
Bryce Elder delivered 6 1/3 effective innings and the Atlanta Braves defeated the Chicago Cubs 4-1 on Monday, securing manager …
Illinois Pension System Faces Mounting Fiscal Risks
Bryce Hill, director of fiscal and economic analysis at the Illinois Policy Institute, raised concerns about the state’s pension system …
Chicago Fire Defeat New England 3-2 in Key Victory
Chicago Fire FC secured a 3-2 win over the New England Revolution at SeatGeek Stadium on Saturday night, climbing to …
Chicago Records Safest Summer Since 1965
Chicago has experienced its safest summer in decades, with homicide numbers dropping to the lowest level since 1965, according to …
Royals Begin Key Series Against Twins After Comeback Win
The Kansas City Royals have struggled to capitalize on their extended homestand, but they still have a chance to finish …
Chicago Fire FC Academy Adopts 3-Year Player Commitments
Chicago Fire FC has announced a significant change to the structure of its youth academy, transitioning from a traditional one-year …
Chicago Sets Nutrition Standards for City Food Services
Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an executive order establishing the first-ever nutrition standards for foods and beverages sold or served …
Chicago Launches “Papa Blu” Aviation Outreach Bus
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and the city’s Department of Aviation (CDA) have unveiled “Papa Blu,” a new ADA-accessible community outreach …
Rush OTD Students Use Tech to Transform Anatomy Learning
Second-year occupational therapy doctorate (OTD) students at Rush University Medical Center are taking anatomy education to the next level with …
Illinois State Fair Offers Extended Hours, Deals for 2025
SPRINGFIELD, IL — The 2025 Illinois State Fair is making it easier and more affordable for families to enjoy this …