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Chicago White Sox keeping a close eye on young starters’ workloads: ‘We just have to be mindful’

Chicago White Sox manager Will Venable said conversations among the coaching staff about pitchers’ workloads are “ongoing and daily trying to figure it out.”

Chicago environmental justice group calls for transition to electric trucks

Yale Climate Connections is a nonpartisan, multimedia service providing daily broadcast radio programming and original web-based reporting, commentary, and analysis on the issue of climate change.

Angel Reese and the ‘mebounds’ myth: How Chicago Sky star is turning an (inaccurate) insult into a brand

Angel Reese is embracing the “mebounds” — at least as a businesswoman. The Chicago Sky star filed a trademark application over the weekend for the term, which refers to a rebound a player secures off her own missed shot.

2 Chicago Bears in danger of getting cut after 2025 minicamp

Here we'll try to look at the two Chicago Bears players who may be in danger of getting cut after their 2025 minicamp.

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.

In Chicago White Sox stadium broadcast, Pope Leo pitches faith, hope and love

At an event celebrating the city's native son, Cardinal Blase Cupich spoke on immigration and the undocumented in his "Sermon on the Mound."

WBEZ, longtime Chicago voice for 'respect and joy rather than derision and hate,' needs your help

With Congress slashing funds to National Public Radio as part of President Donald Trump's war on government and the people it serves, WBEZ needs your help.

Angel Reese records first triple-double of career as Chicago tops Connecticut

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese recorded the first triple-double of her career in Chicago’s 78-66 victory over the Connecticut Sun on Sunday. Reese finished the victory with 11 points, 13 rebounds and a career-high 11 assists,

What happened at ‘No Kings’ protests from Chicago to Naperville to Orland Park

In Geneva, chants of “No kings in America” and “This is what democracy looks like” rang out over seemingly supportive, near-constant honks from cars driving by the large protest that stretched across several blocks of Randall Road.

'No Kings' protests fill streets in Chicago and suburbs

The rally at Daley Plaza started at noon with a moment of silence for the shootings in Minnesota before moving into the streets of downtown Chicago.

Today in Chicago History: Ferris wheel debuts at World’s Columbian Exposition

1893: Visitors to the World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago got to ride the debut of the first Ferris wheel, which was designed by George W. Ferris.

The assassination of a Chicago mob kingpin 50 years ago remains unsolved

Fifty years ago, a Tribune reporter got an overnight tip that led to a scoop one one of the biggest hits in Chicago mob history.

Sen. Durbin, Rep. Garcia speak at Chicago No Kings Day protest

Illinois Senator Dick Durbin and U.S. Rep. Jesus "Chuy" Garcia spoke at the No Kings Day protest in Daley Plaza in downtown Chicago Saturday.

Chicago’s ‘No Kings’ March Sees Massive Group Shut Down The Loop To Protest President Donald Trump (Live Blog)

A huge crowd gathered at Daley Plaza Saturday for a planned march through Downtown as part of a nationwide day of protest against President Donald Trump.

Marvel’s Spider-Man: Beyond Amazing — The Exhibition Amazes In Chicago

Chicago’s Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is currently featuring another beyond impressive exhibit with Marvel’s Spider-Man: Beyond Amazing – The Exhibition.

Chicago newsstand owner closing up shop after serving community for 82 years — how to know when to pack it in

Kaage’s Newsstand first opened its doors on March 8, 1943 and has served Chicago patrons for 82 years where it’s located, at the corner of Northwest Highway and Oliphant Avenue (right near the Edison Park Station).

Stolen From Buddhist Monks, Sacred Painting Is Returned by Chicago Museum

Korean officials discovered the painting in the Smart Museum’s collection at the University of Chicago. It was stolen from a temple nearly 35 years ago.

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.

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.

Juneteenth in Chicago: Ric Wilson, line dancing and Ashanti

Ashanti headlines the R&B Music Experience. Our picks for the 2025 Juneteenth holiday also include a silent dance party and a free edition of SupAfrique.

What we know about Chicago's 'No Kings' protest

According to the group’s website, similar protests are set to kick off in more than 1,000 cities across the country, including several Chicago suburbs. The rallies are intended to counter the military parade president Donald Trump has planned to mark the U.

Evaluating the Value of Classic Matchboxes

Classic matchboxes have fascinated collectors and enthusiasts for decades.

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.

Choose Chicago launches new marketing campaign: Never Done. Never Outdone.

The city’s tourism arm is hoping it has found a way to sum up and sell Chicago to the world in four simple words: “Never Done. Never Outdone.”

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.

Cubs Celebrate Chicago’s Diversity With New Artist-Designed Heritage Jerseys

The five original jersey designs celebrate Mexican American, Puerto Rican, Asian American and Pacific Islander, Hispanic and Latino and Greek heritage months.

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.

Chicago's Cambodian community marks 50 years since Khmer Rouge genocide

Albany Park is home to the National Cambodian Heritage Museum and Killing Fields Memorial, which serves as a place of healing for genocide survivors and their families.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul Hosts Anti-Theft Symposium with Law Enforcement and Industry Experts in Chicago

AG Kwame Raoul hosts a symposium on tackling vehicle hijackings and thefts through public-private partnerships.