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Chicago Bears fire Matt Eberflus midseason

This marks a sharp turn in Chicago Bears franchise history. The Bears have never fired a coach mid-season before.

Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.

Chicago’s dirty water may be keeping invasive species at bay

New experimental evidence suggests destructive, ‘jumping’ silver carp are deterred by Chicago-area water pollution.

Illinois: The land of Chicago(ish)

Chicago (ish): the catchall name for Illinois suburbia that college kids proudly put in their Instagram bios.

2024 Chicago School Board Elections

November 5th will mark the first time in the city’s 187 year history that Chicago has elected a school board. Don't panic!

Mapping the Solidarity Economy

The worker-owned collective ChiCommons helps Chicago residents find local mutual aid-based organizations. By Damon Orion In July 2024, the Council Office

What you need to know to cast a ballot in Illinois

Early voting is underway in Cook, Will, McHenry, Lake, Kendall, Kane and DuPage counties. From questions about how and where to vote to what to expect as the votes are counted, we turn to the experts. Reset checks in with election officials.

Jury selection continues as Madigan faces ‘laundry list’ of misconduct charges

An Illinois reform advocate says the corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan should send an "important signal" that the days of the "Chicago Way" need to come to an end. Jury selection for United States of America v.

Trump comes to Chicago to insist tariff is ‘world’s most beautiful word’ — and Jan. 6 was ‘love and peace’

Former President Donald Trump’s event in Chicago was before a receptive crowd, a downtown room full of the Economic Club of Chicago’s members and their guests, who often applauded his digs at moderator John Micklethwait,

Bally’s Chicago casino enters 2nd year on the rise, but behind projections in loaded Illinois market

State revenue analysts remain bullish on the future Chicago casino's prospects, but it's not clear just how big the windfall could be in a state with 15 other casinos and a litany of other gambling options.

Illinois high school opens culinary lab

The $1.6 million lab at Elk Grove High in Elk Grove Village will provide students in High School District 214 with a space that rivals professional kitchens.

Endangered caracal wild cat spotted roaming in Chicago's northwest suburbs has been captured

A caracal is something you might expect to see on a safari in central or southern Africa, not in Chicago's northwest suburbs.

Advocates say central Illinois communities deserve more bus service, funding

State lawmakers face a major challenge heading into budget discussions next year as Chicago public transit agencies face a $730 million fiscal cliff.

Fueled by Chicago Teachers Union, campaign contributions in school board race reach nearly $2.5 million

CTU Political Action Committees contribute $1 million+ to candidate campaign coffers so far in school board election

C-U sees trickle-down as immigrants bused to Illinois

More than 35,000 immigrants have been sent to Chicago on buses and planes over the last two years. According to the Windy City's officials, this figure includes individuals sent not just by Texas Gov.

Mike Madigan trial LIVE updates: Jury selection for ex-Illinois speaker case stretches into 2nd week

The trial, which is scheduled to last through mid-December, is the culmination of more than a decade of digging by the FBI and prosecutors, and it's the final in a series of related cases that have played out in Chicago's federal courthouse over the last few years.

Jury selection in Mike Madigan trial stretches into 2nd week, with court resuming Tuesday

The jury that will determine the fate of former House Speaker Michael Madigan is nearly complete after three slow days of jury selection last week.

Donald Trump defends economic plan, faces trade war questions in Chicago interview

Former President Donald Trump in Chicago on Tuesday defended his plans for the economy, should he win the election in November, despite questions and concerns surrounding potential trade wars and negative impacts of some of his policy proposals.

Ranking All 32 NFL Teams’ Offenses From WORST To FIRST After Week 6 Of The 2024 Season

Which offenses are lighting up the NFL scoreboards? We rank them all, separating the heavyweights from the pretenders.

Overwhelmed by Illinois judicial candidates on the ballot? Naperville North student created website to help

Naperville North High School student Sarah Boettcher has created the Know Your State Judges website to help voters research judicial candidates outside of Cook County.

United Methodist Church settles legal battle over property, assets with Naperville Korean Church

A 15-month legal battle between a breakaway faction of the United Methodist Church in Naperville and the church’s regional body for Northern Illinois has been settled.

Illinois State Police trooper rescues dogs from burning car after crash on Jane Addams Memorial Tollway

An Illinois State Police trooper saved two dogs from a burning car after a crash Tuesday morning near northwest suburban Arlington Heights. Police said troopers responded to a crash on the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway near Arlington Heights around 4:10 a.m. An Audi had rear-ended a Buick, and the Buick rolled over and caught fire.

Editorial: Our endorsements for the US House Part 1

Today, the Tribune continues its endorsements for the upcoming election with our choices for the races for U.S. Congress in Illinois. This is Part One, covering districts 1 through 7. 1st District The 1st District includes much of Bronzeville,

Ruth Mae McCoy: How Did She Die? Who Killed Her?

The True Story Behind the Bathroom Mirror Murder’ truly living up to its title in every way imaginable, we get a true-crime tale absolutely unlike any other. That’s because it delves deep into the 1987 homicide of a loving yet troubled mother and grandmother inside her own Grace Abbott

A Nobel prize for an explanation of why nations fail

A trio of economists just won a Nobel prize for their insights into how democratic and other inclusive institutions are critical for a nation’s prosperity.

Columbus Day Parade celebrates Italian heritage and what unites Americans

Peeylair Caffie experienced something that is becoming more common, catching a northern pike while salmon fishing on the Chicago lakefront; and he earns Fish of the Week. Highlights of the 12-day event include deep dives into immigration, incarceration and women’s subjugation.

Nobel Prize goes to 3 economists who study the wealth and poverty of nations

The award is shared by Daron Acemoglu and Simon Johnson of MIT and James Robinson of the University of Chicago for their research on the institutional roots of national wealth and poverty. They will split the prize money of 11 million Swedish krona or about $1.

Timeline of frigid temps, where freeze could impact Chicago area this week

A freeze watch has been issued for parts of the Chicago area, as the coldest air of the season drops temperatures to levels not seen in nearly six months.

Illinois House 36th District candidates say public safety is a top priority

Both candidates seeking to replace former state Rep. Kelly Burke in the 36th District say public safety is a top priority to address in a district that encompasses multiple southwest suburbs. Rick Ryan,

Chicago, IL – Traffic Collision With Injuries at 651 W Lake St

A traffic collision occurred at approximately at 651 W Lake Street, prompting a response from local emergency services. | Contact Police Accident Reports (888) 657-1460 for help if you were in this accident.

Chicago, IL – Motorcycle Collision at W 59th St & S Campbell Ave

A motorcycle collision occurred at the intersection of W 59th Street and S Campbell Avenue in the Gage Park neighborhood, | Contact Police Accident Reports (888) 657-1460 for help if you were in this accident.

Chicago’s Homewood Brewing honors Juice WRLD’s legacy with a grand opening on Oct 18

On Friday, Oct. 18th, Homewood Brewing will officially open its doors in Homewood, Illinois, with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting.

12 films to catch this fall — and they’re all at the Chicago International Film Festival

The lineup is packed for the festival, which kicks off Oct. 16. Here are some standouts, from Angelina Jolie’s return to the big screen to homegrown Chicago stories.

Avian enthusiasts try to counter the deadly risk of Chicago high-rises for migrating birds

People dedicated to rescuing migratory birds find hundreds on the streets of Chicago that have crashed into buildings. Some are hurt, and many are killed. Rescue groups are hoping to change that.

Madigan federal corruption trial ramps up in Chicago

One of the most powerful politicians in Illinois history is on trial for alleged racketeering and bribery. Here’s what you need to know.

Chicago Braces for Rain, Thunderstorms, and Chilly Conditions as National Weather Service Issues Advisories

Chicago faces mixed weather including showers, thunderstorms, and lake effect showers, with a frost risk predicted for midweek.