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Obama Center opens, celebrating a new landmark for Chicago
As Barack and Michelle Obama unveiled their presidential center in Chicago on June 18, 2026, local runner Joabe Barbosa, 42, completed his 100th consecutive marathon.
Cortelyou Commons Designated Official Chicago Landmark
After years of planning for a new $60 million athletics facility, DePaul University agreed to landmark two of its historic buildings, Cortelyou Commons and Byrne Hall, as part of a strategic compromis
Explosion rocks Pilsen alderman's home amid political tensions
At 12:45 a.m. Saturday, a suspected firework detonated outside Chicago Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez's Pilsen home, shattering a window and marking a brazen act of political intimidation. This incident,
Chicago braces for severe weather after confirmed Illinois tornadoes
Over 150,000 ComEd customers woke up Friday morning without power across northern Illinois and northwest Indiana, a direct consequence of at least 17 confirmed tornadoes that ripped through the region
TravelThru Travel Agent Registration Connects Agencies With Ground Transportation Services
As the travel industry rebounds, agencies are tasked with managing increasingly complex itineraries for both corporate and leisure clients. With 40% of businesses planning to increase travel by 2025 and 42% of customers …
Joabe Barbosa First Known to Run Every Chicago Block
After nearly two years and more than 5,000 miles, 25-year-old Joabe Barbosa became the first person known to have run every single street in Chicago.
2026 NHL Mock Draft Defensemen Rankings: Top Prospects Emerge
Gavin McKenna, projected as the No.
Illinois Launches $25M to Boost Pharmacy Competition
Every single one of the 434 eligible independent pharmacies in Illinois that applied for state support just received an identical $56,892 in grant funding.
Chicago Area Sees 17 Severe West Nile Virus Cases
Illinois has reported its first human West Nile virus-related death in 2023: an individual in their 90s from suburban Cook County, confirmed by the Illinois Department of Public Health (dph) .
The Complete Residential Roofing Buying Guide for 2026 (With Gilesgate Roofing in Context)
Choosing a new roof is one of the most significant investments you can make in your property. It’s a decision that impacts your home's safety, energy efficiency, and kerb appeal for decades. For homeowners in Durham and …
Wrigleyville neighbors accept Mumford & Sons concert
A Mumford & Sons concert at Wrigley Field blasted past its 11 p.
CPS CEO Grilled on Gender Policies Before Congressional Panel
Chicago Public Schools CEO Macquline King faced intense grilling from Republican lawmakers in a U.
Old Gold Launches New Queer Community Events for Over-30s
On July 12, Old Gold will launch a new event series at Guild Row.
Chicago Fire FC, Recess Host World Cup 2026 Watch Parties
Chicago Fire FC and Recess are teaming up for a 39-day World Cup celebration at Recess in the West Loop.
The 2027 Residential Solar Trend Moment: Why It Matters and How EcoVantage Energy Inc. Responds
The landscape of residential energy is rapidly approaching a pivotal moment in 2026, driven by technological advancements and a growing demand for power independence. For homeowners considering a shift to renewables, und…
Southwest Side homes, businesses lose power amid severe storms
In Stickney, a single condo building was ravaged by Wednesday's storms, leaving roughly 30 residents suddenly homeless, according to ABC7 Chicago .
Chicago area hit by confirmed tornadoes, severe storms
In suburban Bartlett, a confirmed tornado toppled gas pumps at a BP station at 7:55 p.m.
Midwest storms unleash 90 mph winds, causing widespread damage
By Thursday morning, nearly half a million residents across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Michigan remained without power, a stark consequence of Wednesday's severe wind storms that saw gusts up to 90 mph.
Obama Center announces June 19, 2026 opening
In June 2026, the Obama Presidential Center will open its doors, not with dusty archives, but as the nation's first fully digital museum, displaying no official papers from his presidency, according t
Make a Birthday Film With Friends at a Sparks Film School Movie Making Party
Planning a memorable birthday party for a creative child can be a challenge, but Sparks Film School offers a unique solution with its movie making parties. These events provide children and teenagers with a hands-on oppo…
Chicago outdoor pools open June 19 with expanded hours
On June 19, Chicago's 50 outdoor pools will open a full week earlier than last summer, operating seven days a week.
City worker killed biking in Bridgeport after driver cited for violations
A 35-year-old Chicago Department of Transportation employee, Riley O’Neil, was killed Friday after a parked car's door opened into his bike lane, sending him into the path of a semi-truck.
South Side Peace Takeover Offers Alternative to Teen Trends
On May 25, Chicago Police closed DuSable Lake Shore Drive at 57th Street after approximately 1,000 people gathered in Hyde Park.
Bronzeville Alder Blames Parents After Teen Gatherings, Shootings
Over the weekend, seven young people, including a 12-year-old boy shot in the leg, were injured in separate shootings at unsanctioned youth gatherings in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood.