Chicago invests $300M in affordable housing push
Chicago officials have unveiled a sweeping affordable housing initiative, committing more than $300 million to 15 developments across the city …
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EXPO Chicago returns with citywide art events
EXPO CHICAGO, the city’s largest annual gathering of contemporary and modern art, returns to Navy Pier’s Festival Hall for its …
Brady earns MLS Team of the Matchday honor
Chicago Fire FC goalkeeper Chris Brady has been named to the Major League Soccer Team of the Matchday for Matchday …
Seiya Suzuki Set for Cubs Return on Friday
The Chicago Cubs are expected to activate outfielder Seiya Suzuki from the injured list on Friday ahead of their three-game …
United adds tiered pricing to premium cabins
United Airlines is introducing a new tiered pricing model for its premium cabins, expanding customer choice across long-haul and select …
McDonald’s revamps value menu with $3 items
McDonald’s is reshaping its value strategy, introducing a simplified menu featuring items priced under $3 as it looks to appeal …
Utah eyes sweep of road trip vs struggling Canucks
The Utah Mammoth is closing in on a playoff berth and will look to complete a dominant road trip when …
Oilers find form with win streak before Blackhawks clash
The Edmonton Oilers appear to be addressing long-standing concerns at a critical point in the season, gaining momentum as the …
Illinois lead pipes: health crisis, 90K jobs
Illinois’ 1.5 million toxic lead service lines are increasingly viewed not only as a public health emergency, but also as …
Johnson Limits Press Questions, Sparking Debate
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s office is facing criticism after confirming that limiting the scope of reporters’ questions during official events …
Chicago Fire FC Names JP Group Official Realtor
Chicago Fire FC announced March 13 that JP Group has been named the club’s official realtor, a partnership aimed at …
Stars Host Slumping Golden Knights Amid Hot Streak
The Dallas Stars will try to extend their strong run when they host the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday night, …
Mother Charged After Girls Found in Suitcases in Cleveland
A Cleveland woman has been charged with two counts of aggravated murder after authorities discovered the bodies of two young …
Chicago Fire II Faces Orlando City B in MLS NEXT Pro
Chicago Fire FC II will travel to Kissimmee, Florida, to face Orlando City B on Sunday, March 8, in its …
Chicago Fire Break Ground on $750M Stadium
Chicago Fire FC has officially begun construction on a new $750 million soccer stadium in Chicago’s South Loop, marking the …
Scheifele Lifts Jets Past Blackhawks in OT
Mark Scheifele delivered the decisive goal with 2:54 remaining in overtime as the Winnipeg Jets rallied for a 3–2 victory …
Report Urges Jobs, Education to Curb Chicago Crime
Tens of thousands of young adults in Chicago lack high school diplomas, marketable job skills, and clear career pathways, according …
Fire FC II Signs Draft Pick Jack Sandmeyer
Chicago Fire FC II has signed defender Jack Sandmeyer, the club’s 2026 MLS SuperDraft selection, to an MLS NEXT Pro …
Chicago Strengthens Role in Medical Research
Chicago continues to rank among the nation’s leading hubs for medical research, supported by a network of major universities, hospitals, …
CTA Advances $3.6B Red Line Extension
For decades, residents of Chicago’s Far South Side have watched the city’s transit map end abruptly at 95th Street. Neighborhoods …
No. 18 Saint Louis Rolls Past Loyola 86-59
No. 18 Saint Louis extended its winning streak to 18 games Friday night, pulling away in the second half for …
Chicago Office Vacancies Climb to 28.2%
Office vacancy rates in Chicago have climbed to 28.2 percent, exceeding pre-pandemic levels and marking the 14th straight quarter of …
Illinois Voters Weigh Federal Scholarship Tax Credit
Voters in 32 Illinois counties will be asked to weigh in on an education-related advisory question during the March primary …
Simons Focused on Court as Celtics Host Blazers
Despite persistent trade speculation surrounding Anfernee Simons, the guard continues to make his presence felt on the floor for the …
Illinois Loses Guard Kylan Boswell to Hand Injury
Illinois will be without starting guard Kylan Boswell for several weeks after he suffered a bone fracture in his right …
Chicago Employment Index Falls to Lowest Level Since 2009
Chicago businesses recorded their weakest employment reading in more than a decade, according to new data released by the Illinois …
Chicago Small Businesses Enter 2026 With Cautious Outlook
As 2026 begins, small businesses across Chicagoland are adjusting expectations after a year defined by economic uncertainty, according to new …