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A closed Save A Lot grocery store in a Chicago neighborhood, symbolizing the threat to food access after the CEO's death.
Neighborhoods

Save A Lot operator death threatens Chicago food access

On April 10, the sudden death of Yellow Banana CEO Joseph Canfield triggered a default in the company's $13.

Chloe Jenkins·Jun 7
Historic bank building in Chicago's West Side being transformed into a 78-unit mixed-income apartment development.
Real Estate & Development

West Side Housing Development: Applications Open for Historic Bank

To even learn more about the new 78-unit mixed-income apartment building opening on Chicago's West Side, prospective residents must pay a $17 fee via money order or cashier's check, according to Block

Rafael Mendoza·Jun 6
5 Ways Quantum Growth Consultancy Helps Strengthen Real Estate Capital Strategies
Real Estate & Development

5 Ways Quantum Growth Consultancy Helps Strengthen Real Estate Capital Strategies

Navigating the commercial real estate (CRE) market requires a sophisticated capital strategy, especially as macroeconomic volatility continues to create uncertainty. According to Deloitte, this volatility can significant…

Sponsored by Quantum Growth Consultancy·Sep 24
Chicago Bears logo prominently displayed against a backdrop of a new stadium construction site in Hammond, Indiana, under a twilight sky.
Neighborhoods

Bears Commit $2 Billion to Indiana Stadium Project

With a decisive 95-4 vote, Indiana lawmakers approved a $1 billion incentive package, paving the way for the Chicago Bears to abandon their historic Illinois roots for a new stadium in Hammond.

Caitlin O'Malley·Jun 6
A lively street festival in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood with diverse crowds, food stalls, and colorful decorations celebrating community.
Business & Economy

Michelada Fest Canceled, Returns as Free Pilsen Street Celebration

For the second consecutive year, Michelada Fest has been canceled.

Rafael Mendoza·Jun 6
Diverse LGBTQ+ hockey players celebrating together on the ice, showcasing community and joy in Chicago.
Business & Economy

Exclusion fuels Chicago queer hockey growth and visibility

More than one hundred new members joined Chicago Pride Hockey this year, doubling its typical Pride month growth, even as national hockey bodies moved to exclude trans athletes.

Rafael Mendoza·Jun 5
Police tape cordoning off a closed ramp at Foster Beach, Chicago, with limited public access due to parking restrictions.
Neighborhoods

Foster Beach ramps close June 4-5 amid parking restrictions

Oh, Chicago! Our beloved lakefront, usually a beacon of open access, is facing some serious changes this weekend. Police are gearing up for large youth gatherings at Foster Beach on June 4 and June 5,

Aisha Patel·Jun 5
Cannoli, Cornetto, and Sfogliatelle Give Pala Bakery a Sweet Reason to Stop in West Buckhead
Food & Drink

Cannoli, Cornetto, and Sfogliatelle Give Pala Bakery a Sweet Reason to Stop in West Buckhead

In the heart of West Buckhead, a new destination for authentic Italian pastries and savory delights is capturing the attention of Atlanta food lovers. Pala Bakery , with its tempting array of cannoli, cornetto, and sfogl…

Sponsored by Pala Bakery·Sep 23
A Jeep Wrangler crashed through the front window of a Dunkin' Donuts on Chicago's Northwest Side, with emergency services present.
Business & Economy

Driver Crashes Jeep Into Dunkin' on Chicago's Northwest Side

Two women enjoying their morning coffee at a Chicago Dunkin' were suddenly hospitalized after a 32-year-old woman, driving on a suspended license, accelerated her Jeep directly through the store's fro

Rafael Mendoza·Jun 5
A child illuminated by a smartphone screen in a dark room, symbolizing the risks of social media targeting and online exploitation.
Business & Economy

Illinois law restricts social media targeting of children

In 2025, reports to the Illinois ICAC Task Force surged by 45% over the previous year, signaling an escalating crisis of online child exploitation.

Rafael Mendoza·Jun 4
Construction of the West Side Project's music hall, hotel, and retail complex on Chicago's Near West Side.
Arts & Culture

West Side Project breaks ground on music hall, hotel, retail

A Chicago City Council Committee approved a $55 million tax break last month for the $7 billion 1901 Project, a development repeatedly described as 'privately funded' that just broke ground on Chicago

Caitlin O'Malley·Jun 4
The exterior of the Old Town Pour House in Chicago's Loop, illuminated at dusk, with patrons visible inside and a welcoming atmosphere.
Neighborhoods

Old Town Pour House Reopens in The Loop

Old Town Pour House is set to occupy a sprawling 6,206-square-foot space at 120 N.

Chloe Jenkins·Jun 2
Rethinking Infill Site Feasibility: Parsla's Solution for Edmonton Real Estate Agencies
Real Estate & Development

Rethinking Infill Site Feasibility: Parsla's Solution for Edmonton Real Estate Agencies

For Edmonton real estate agencies, the infill market represents a significant opportunity, but it's also fraught with complexity. Answering a client's fundamental question—"What can I build on this lot?"—can trigger week…

Sponsored by Parsla·Sep 6
Two figures, a Black woman and a white man, stand on a theatre stage under a spotlight, separated by distance and tension, representing the characters of 'Keerah'.
Business & Economy

Netta Walker's 'Keerah' is a playwright debut at Definition Theatre

Seven years after a summer romance between a Black American poet and an Irish writer, a journalist forces them to confront their past in Netta Walker's play 'Keerah', premiering at Definition Theatre.

Rafael Mendoza·Jun 2
Illinois State Capitol building with residents looking towards a hopeful horizon, representing the search for tax relief and affordability.
Business & Economy

Illinois House Approves Delinquent Tax Sale Reform

Last year, nearly 7,500 Illinoisans moved to Missouri, where property taxes are less than half what they paid in Illinois, according to Senator Curran .

Rafael Mendoza·Jun 1
Intimate interior of C.12, a new 12-seat Lebanese restaurant in Michigan City, featuring elegant table settings and a chef presenting a tasting menu.
Food & Drink

New Lebanese Restaurant C.12 Opens in Michigan City

Michigan City, Indiana, now boasts C.

Aisha Patel·May 31
A decaying 34-unit Chicago multifamily building, symbolizing the financial losses and community impact of real estate defaults.
Real Estate & Development

Chicago multifamily collapse costs lenders and communities millions

At 7908-7926 South Ingleside Avenue, a 34-unit building seized by Roc Capital was fire-damaged, stripped of plumbing, and occupied by squatters by early 2026.

Rafael Mendoza·May 31
What 2026 Moving Trends Mean for Tampa Families, and How MT. Zion Moving & Storage Responds
Transportation & Transit

What 2026 Moving Trends Mean for Tampa Families, and How MT. Zion Moving & Storage Responds

As 2026 unfolds, the moving industry is experiencing significant shifts, driven by technology and changing consumer expectations. For families in the vibrant Tampa Bay area, these trends are redefining the relocation exp…

Sponsored by MT. Zion Moving & Storage·Sep 6
Doctor and patient share a moment of hope as a new pancreatic cancer drug shows promising survival rate increases in clinical trials.
Local Spotlights

New Pancreatic Cancer Drug Daraxonrasib Nearly Doubles Survival

In a groundbreaking Phase 3 trial, an experimental drug nearly doubled the median overall survival for patients with advanced pancreatic cancer, a disease notoriously resistant to treatment.

Caitlin O'Malley·May 31
Community members share bags of pet food outside the Friendship Center in Lincoln Square, demonstrating mutual support and care.
Arts & Culture

Lincoln Square Pet Pantry Boosts Pet Food Assistance Amid Rising Demand

By May of this year, the Friendship Center's pet pantry had already distributed over 12,600 pounds of pet food, a 63% increase from the same period last year, according to Block Club Chicago .

Caitlin O'Malley·May 30
Street sign unveiling ceremony for Honorable Lori Cannon Way in Edgewater, Chicago, with a diverse crowd celebrating LGBTQ+ activism.
Neighborhoods

Edgewater Street Renamed for LGBTQ+ Activist Lori Cannon

On what would have been her 75th birthday, over 200 people gathered in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood to witness the renaming of a major block of North Broadway to "Honorable Lori Cannon Way.

Chloe Jenkins·May 28
A small business, Shrader's Goods, in Mount Greenwood, Chicago, facing a legal challenge from the city over the use of firefighter and city logos on its merchandise.
Neighborhoods

Mount Greenwood store fights city copyright claim over firefighter swag

A Mount Greenwood store, Shrader's Goods, faces the loss of 70% of its merchandise after the City of Chicago issued a cease-and-desist for selling items with city and Chicago Fire Department logos.

Aisha Patel·May 28
Vincere Portfolios in Chicago: A Profile on Their U.S.-Based Team and White-Glove Support
Business & Economy

Vincere Portfolios in Chicago: A Profile on Their U.S.-Based Team and White-Glove Support

Vincere Portfolios, a Chicago-based firm, distinguishes itself in the booming algorithmic trading market with a U.S.-based team and transparent operations, offering institutional-grade tools and white-glove investor support. This approach provides accountability and human-led guidance, contrasting with anonymous offshore firms.

Sponsored by Vincere Portfolios·Sep 2
Chicago skyline obscured by hazy, unhealthy air with an orange tint during sunset.
Business & Economy

Chicago Air Quality Unhealthy Through Thursday Morning

Nearly 9.4 million people across the Chicago metropolitan area face an air quality alert due to unhealthy ozone levels, impacting daily life in Illinois and Indiana, reports Newsweek . While residents

Rafael Mendoza·May 28