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Here's what I love about Chicago, and why you should go now

Chicago is a great American city with a ton to do and see and it can be a bargain using cash or points and miles. Why you might want to consider a trip this summer.

Here are Chicago’s 5 James Beard nominees

The James Beard Foundation announced Wednesday the finalists vying for its coveted awards, and among them are five Chicago chefs and restaurants.

Custom Bottle Labels: Elevating Your Product's Appeal

A well-crafted label with clear, high-quality design speaks volumes.

Does AI Trader Outperform Human Traders In The Long Run?

Does AI trader outperform human trader in the long run?

What’s That Building? The Yukon

The Yukon is easy to overlook because it’s overshadowed by the Metropolitan Correctional Center, the triangle-shaped high-rise jail built in 1975.

Chicago Cubs Trim Spring Roster to 35 Players

The Chicago Cubs have trimmed its spring roster from 42 to 35 players, with one veteran likely done with the organization.

2025 Oscar Nominees Then & Now: See Stars in Their First TV Roles

Before these Oscar nominees were lighting up the big screen, they were making a name for themselves on television.

Chicago weather: Look out for a weekend warmup

Chicago will be partly sunny today with highs in the low to mid-20s, while a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect for parts of northwest Indiana.

A Warm and Comforting Lobster Bisque Recipe from The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant

You can enjoy a warm, comforting meal at the iconic Chicago Firehouse Restaurant which is also celebrating 25 years. Restaurant manager Savannah Barksdale joined us to share a signature lobster

Chicago Bears announce Ben Johnson's complete 2025 coaching staff

After weeks of rumors and reports, Ben Johnson's first Chicago Bears coaching staff is set. The team announced the additions of Dennis Allen and Declan Doyle, as well as the retention of Richard Hightower, in January. Now, some of the most important roles on Johnson's staff have become official.

Matt Eberflus wants Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer to learn from his (many) mistakes in Chicago

Following his Bears ouster, Eberflus is back in the NFL, this time as defensive coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys. That means he’s effectively the lieutenant of (bizarre) first-year head coaching hire Brian Schottenheimer. And that means he’s in a position to give Schottenheimer advice about what NOT to do as a head coach.

Inside Pritzker's $55.2 billion budget

Earlier this afternoon, Gov. JB Pritzker laid out his State of the State address in Springfield. It’s the governor’s seventh budget blueprint, which Republicans are deriding as the largest in state history. Berhalter and the Fire open their season Saturday against the Columbus Crew.

How to watch the Chicago Bulls vs. New York Knicks: time, channel, free livestream

Fubo is a streaming service specializing in live sports, including NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, MLS, and more. Fubo carries 55,000 live sporting events annually and offers 202 channels and unlimited DVR. Right now you can try Fubo free for 7 days.

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Compact and with enough storage space for thousands of reading hours, e-readers have become a widely popular gadget.

Rafael Devers, Alex Bregman drama at third base presents immediate challenge for playoff-hopeful Red Sox

Bregman is a superior defender to Devers, who has led the American League in errors at third base in seven consecutive seasons. Devers’ -6 OAA (Outs Above Average) last season ranked in the bottom-eight percentile, according to Baseball Savant.

City Council proposal would return Columbus statues to their pedestals in Grant, Arrigo parks

Condemning what he calls "selective censorship," Ald. Anthony Napolitano is criticizing the city's refusal to remove from the city-owned Cultural Center a puppet display display titled “U.S.-Israel War Machine.

Civil Rights Groups Sue Trump Administration Over D.E.I. Orders

The organizations claimed that the president had exceeded his authority in issuing the orders, and that they intentionally discriminated against Black and transgender people.

More than 150 workers at Kindred Hospitals in Edgewater, Sycamore losing jobs as hospitals close

More than 150 workers are losing their jobs as Kindred Hospitals prepares to close two of its facilities in Chicago and Sycamore.

Mayor Brandon Johnson’s infrastructure borrowing plan stalled by City Council opponents

Aldermen used a parliamentary maneuver to stall the scheduled vote on the $830 million bond that Johnson wants to use to pay for a variety of infrastructure projects.

Fired EPA Workers in Chicago Rally Against Trump’s Mass Government Layoffs

More than 200 people rallied in downtown Chicago on Tuesday to push back on President Donald Trump’s sweeping efforts to cut government spending and reduce the size of the federal workforce.

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker to deliver state of the state budget address

Pritzker will have to address how the state plans to cover what was projected to be a budget deficit of more than $3 billion.

Chicago man charged in murder of 66-year-old last summer

CHICAGO - A man was charged with the murder of a 66-year-old last July in Chicago's South Shore neighborhood. Phillip Akins, 23, allegedly shot and killed a man on July 27, 2024, in the 7100 block of South Crandon Avenue, according to the Chicago Police Department.

‘Don’t Go’ book examines some Chicagoans’ fears of the South Side, and how to stop it

What I love about the book is that Tonika makes us think, feel, understand and head toward empathy in a way that a statistical report can’t do,” says co-author Maria Krysan.

Chicago emergency room doctor stabbed in chest by patient, police say

One of the victims, an ER doctor, was stabbed in the chest and taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center. CHICAGO - Two staff members were injured by a patient in the emergency department at Provident Hospital on Monday afternoon, including an emergency room doctor who was stabbed in the chest.

Chargers mock draft: Flexibility is key for GM Joe Hortiz

Hortiz has a number of ways to go with his picks when the NFL draft plays out April 24-25-26 in Green Bay, Wisconsin, but free agency will dictate the course.

Why are there so many plane crashes lately? What know about the recent incidents

A recent crash involving a Delta Air Lines flight from Minneapolis to Toronto marks the latest in a string of aviation disasters, but what exactly is behind the concerning trend?

Polar vortex brings wind chills as low as minus 20 to Chicago region

A cold weather advisory is in place until noon Tuesday, accompanied by winds up to 15 mph. The temperature Monday is expected to dip to minus 3 at O’Hare, with confirmed wind chills of minus 6 Monday afternoon.

Art Institute and more Chicago museums offering free admission for Presidents Day 2025

While many things may be closed on Monday, Feb. 17 in honor of Presidents Day, many Chicago museums are open, and some are even offering free admission.

Red Sox Sign Former Dodgers Slugger to Free Agent Contract: Report

The Boston Red Sox have signed a veteran right-handed slugger to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training, according to a new report.

Trump begins firing FAA air traffic control staff just weeks after fatal DC plane crash

The impacted workers include personnel hired for FAA radar, landing and navigational aid maintenance, one air traffic controller told the Associated Press. Other fired FAA employees were working on a classified early warning radar system in Hawaii to detect incoming cruise missiles,

A Polar Vortex Has Gripped Chicago — But It Could Feel 60 Degrees Warmer In A Week

From wind chills near 20 degrees below zero on Tuesday morning to temperatures in the mid-40s next week, Chicago is in for a rollercoaster forecast.

Why are flags at half staff in Illinois? What to know

Illinois flags have been ordered to fly at half staff until sunset Monday, Feb. 17, but it's not because of Presidents Day.

Jaguars’ Trevor Lawrence shoots down Steelers trade rumor: ‘Not going to Pittsburgh’

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence shot down a trade rumor that made the rounds last week about the Pittsburgh Steelers looking to deal for him. Lawrence made it clear on Monday’s “Up & Adams” show that he has no interest in leaving Jacksonville.

2 Chicago police officers, woman hurt after car crash in River North

CHICAGO - Two Chicago police officers were hurt in a car crash in the River North neighborhood on Sunday night. The crash happened in the 500 block of North Michigan Avenue in the intersection with Illinois Street, according to Chicago police.

Chicago Cubs Hall of Famer and top prospect have similar paths to the big leagues

The Chicago Cubs enter spring training expecting to be one of the better teams in the National League. PECOTA Projections predicts the Cubs will win 90 games and will win the National League Central.