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How a Telecom Expense Audit Can Improve Vendor Accountability

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Chicago Shines at James Beard Awards: Kumiko and Oriole's Noah Sandoval Win Top Honors

Kumiko and Oriole in Chicago win at James Beard Awards; Kumiko for Outstanding Bar and Noah Sandoval of Oriole for Best Chef: Great Lakes.

Chicago’s public pools to open daily this summer for first time since COVID-19 pandemic

Chicago’s outdoor public pools will be open daily this summer, just in time for a sweltering heatwave forecasted this weekend.

After reports that Chicago is ‘next’ in Trump’s militarized crackdown, mayor warns Trump to respect Constitution

It was Mayor Brandon Johnson’s latest response to ongoing signs from the White House that it is considering targeting Chicago with a military response.

Trump Orders ICE To Expand Deportations In Chicago, Other Democrat-Led Cities

Chicago saw tens of thousands of people march against the president and his anti-immigrant policies at Saturday's No Kings rally and local leaders are bracing for more raids.

Community Desk Chicago partners with city to launch grant for community-owned properties

The Wealth Our Way grant program will help support shared-ownership models that allow community members to own and redevelop properties in their neighborhood.

President Donald Trump directs ICE to expand deportations in Democratic-run cities, including Chicago

President Donald Trump on Sunday directed federal immigration officials to prioritize deportations from Democratic-run cities.

Chicago Sky Coach Makes Hailey Van Lith Statement After Sun Game

Before Sunday's game, Van Lith had been averaging just 3.7 points and 1.0 rebounds per contest through seven career appearances. Sunday was also her first game scoring in double f

Angel Reese’s 1st career triple-double leads Chicago Sky to a 78-66 road win over Connecticut Sun

Fueled by Angel Reese’s 11 assists — more than double her previous career high — the Chicago Sky had five players in double-figure scoring. Reese also had 11 points and 13 rebounds.

PHOTOS: ‘No Kings’ Rally In Chicago Draws Thousands To The Loop

An estimated 75,000 people flooded the Loop for the local edition of the nationwide movement to protest President Donald Trump.

Big Cheers for No. 14, Pope Leo, at the Ballpark

Chicago held a celebration on Saturday at the home of the White Sox to fully embrace the city’s connection to the new leader of the Catholic Church.

Chicago Cubs beat Pittsburgh Pirates 2-1 behind Matthew Boyd

Matthew Boyd pitched six innings of one-hit, one-run ball and Dansby Swanson hit a tiebreaking home run in the Chicago Cubs’ 2-1 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday.

Angel Reese Sends Strong Message After Chicago Sky's Post on Saturday

Angel Reese has posted 10.3 points and 11.8 rebounds during her second season with the Chicago Sky. The Sky forward has also averaged 2.7 assists and 1.6 steals, proving to be arguably the most versatile player on Chicago's roster.

Take Me Out to the … Pope Party. It’s a Ballpark Celebration for Leo.

The program on Saturday in Chicago includes music, prayer, speeches and Pope Leo’s first public address to an American audience.

Where to stream the Chicago Sky vs. Atlanta Dream game tonight for free

The Chicago Sky will travel to College Park to take on the Atlanta Dream tonight at 7:30 p.m. The game will be broadcast on ION with streaming available on FuboTV, Sling Freestream and DirecTV.

Rookie Cade Horton matches Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes pitch for pitch in Chicago Cubs’ 2-1 loss

Rookie Cade Horton matched Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes in a pitchers’ duel Friday, but the Chicago Cubs lost 2-1 in 10 innings.

Chicago Sky Under Fire in New ESPN Rankings

Chicago Sky Under Fire in New ESPN Rankings originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Chicago Sky dropped to 2-6 during the 2025 WNBA season after an 85 to 66 loss against the New York Liberty on Tuesday evening. They now have an 0-2 record in the Commissioner's Cup.

How these Chicago nuns use sports to spread their message of service: ‘When we band together, we’re powerful’

One has danced atop the dugout at Rate Field. Another earned a Topps trading card for throwing a perfect strike. And a third has run the Chicago Marathon 13 consecutive times. Sports is a habit, but their life’s work is a higher calling. They’re nuns.

Where would the Chicago Cubs be right now without Jameson Taillon?

"Words like 'consistent' and 'reliable' sometimes don't feel like they do Jameson enough justice," Cubs manager Craig Counsell said.

Evaluating the Value of Classic Matchboxes

Classic matchboxes have fascinated collectors and enthusiasts for decades.

Summer books 2025: 28 recommended reads from top Chicago authors

Since the best book recommendations come from friends, WBEZ asked seven very literary locals what books they're reading for fun this summer.

Yes, That’s The Pope In A Sox Hat — Where To Find His New Chicago Mural

A painting of Pope Leo XIV has been added to a mural by Sox Park just in time for the sold-out Mass and celebration in his honor Saturday at Rate Field.

See Pope Leo XIV rocking a Chicago White Sox hat in St. Peter's Square

During his weekly general audience in St. Peter's Square on June 11, noted White Sox fan Pope Leo XIV donned a Chicago cap to take a picture with a newly married couple, the groom also sporting a White Sox hat.

17 arrested, 4 charged with felonies as thousands gathered for anti-ICE protests in downtown Chicago

Ten others were charged with misdemeanors including battery, resisting arrest, reckless conduct and criminal defacement of property under $500, officials said.

Chicago man sentenced to 10 years for 2018 sex assault in Iowa City

A Chicago man was sentenced in Johnson County court Tuesday to 10 years in prison on a charge of third-degree sexual assault.

Deal Ticker: Chicago-based Restaurant Group to Enter Dallas Market With Design District Concept

Plus: AT&T signs a 12-year lease in Richardson, Batbox gears up for Addison opening, and Dallas Community Land Trust names its executive director.

New Chicago bar named one of the best in America by Bon Appétit

Gus’ Sip & Dip in Chicago was named one of Bon Appétit’s Best New Bars in America. The bar offers 30 reimagined cocktails, rotating Happy Hours, and late-night dining. CHICAGO - A River North cocktail bar is getting national attention.

The Tallest Building Ever Designed by a Woman Is Also One of Chicago’s Best Hotels

This nearly $1 billion tower, the world’s tallest building designed by a woman, Jeanne Gang, brings new vigor to a residential nook of downtown Chicago.

Can Pope Leo revitalize Catholicism in Chicago?

Now that the world's most famous Catholic is an American from Chicago, some hope Pope Leo XIV will help bring new energy to a church that's been on the steady decline there.

Ex-Chicago Officer Jacqueline Villasenor to Enter Plea in Court for 2021 Shooting Death of Husband

Ex-Chicago officer Jacqueline Villasenor is set for a plea hearing over the 2021 shooting death of her husband.

Chicago Sky React to Major Angel Reese News on Tuesday

Angel Reese entered Tuesday's matchup against the Phoenix Mercury averaging 9.0 points and 13.7 rebounds in the Chicago Sky 's first three games of the season. Reese came up big yet again on Tuesday, dropping a 13-point, 15-rebound double-double, to go along with three assists, three steals and two blocks in 34 minutes of play.

Chicago Bears Q&A: Why create cap space with the Joe Thuney extension? Can Terell Smith be a press CB?

As the Chicago Bears take part in their second week of organized team activities at Halas Hall, could they be laying groundwork for another major addition to the roster? The Tribune’s Brad Biggs addresses that question and many more in this week’s Bears mailbag.

Chicago Adventure Therapy uses the city's urban wilderness for grounding, bonding and learning

There are many ways to approach therapy, but Chicago Adventure Therapy takes young people outside and into the city's urban wilderness for lessons straight from Mother Nature.

Chicago sees least violent Memorial Day weekend in at least 16 years

A tally shows four men killed and at least 21 wounded in shootings across the city. Mayor Brandon Johnson credits the hiring of 200 detectives and increased clearance rates in homicides and shootings as key factors for the dip in Memorial Day weekend violence.

Column: Has the Wrigley Field video board enhanced the ballpark experience for Chicago Cubs fans?

The Chicago Cubs finally entered the video era at Wrigley Field in 2015, when they erected the left field video board. How did it turn out?