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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.

Chicago Police Have Failed To Solve More Homicides. Could A New Law Help?

The department implemented a range of recommendations meant to improve its homicide investigations, but with no obvious effect. Advocates hope that a new transparency law will spur change.

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.

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.

Chicago native receives one-of-a-kind Pope Leo trading card: 'The card picked me'

Brian Sleeth says a rare Topps card that arrived in an order of pope cards is a symbol of faith, family and a full-circle moment rooted in his South Side upbringing. The current bid online is $4,500,

26 games in 27 days: 3 takeaways at the midpoint of Chicago Cubs’ jam-packed June schedule

Since June 2, the Chicago Cubs played 13 games in four cities. Though they went only 7-6, they expanded their lead in the NL Central.

Exciting Chicago Sky Announcement Made on Monday

It was announced on Monday, via the Chicago Sky Foundation on Instagram, that registration for the upcoming camps is now open. As the post indicates, there are currently five co-ed basketball camp schedules available from June through August, which are open for kids aged 7 to 15.

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.

With fanbase still locked in, Connecticut Sun look to build consistency against Chicago Sky

Despite an underwhelming start to the 2025 season, the Connecticut Sun are still feeling optimism for the future from the fanbase.

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.

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).

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.

Chicago Has A New Slogan: ‘Never Done, Never Outdone’

Choose Chicago officials said the group spent 18 months crafting its campaign, work that included over 300 listening tours, four focus groups and conversations on social media.

Evaluating the Value of Classic Matchboxes

Classic matchboxes have fascinated collectors and enthusiasts for decades.

4-day-old baby dolphin dies at Chicago zoo after appearing healthy

A dolphin calf’s first year of life, both in the wild and under professional care, is filled with challenges and milestones it must reach. Newborn dolphins must quickly master a

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.

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.

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?

Today in Chicago History: Ex-US House Speaker Dennis Hastert charged with lying to FBI

1968: Jim Dooley was introduced as Chicago Bears head coach after George Halas announced his retirement. Ben Johnson is the 19th Chicago Bears head coach. Here’s a look at how past coaches fared — and why they left.

Darwin was right: a fossil found in Chicago provides unprecedented detail that reinforces the theory of evolution and natural selection

History never ceases to surprise us with the passage of time and the discoveries that come to light. The latest one has been in Chicago, where a fossil has been found that gives se

What time is Phoenix Mercury vs Chicago Sky? How to watch Angel Reese and the Sky battle for their first win

The Chicago Sky, led by rising star Angel Reese, are still searching for their first win of the 2025 WNBA season as they take on the surging Phoenix Mercury (3-1) tonight at PHX Ar

Memorial Day 2025 in Chicago: Parades, ceremonies, runs, and chilly beach days

Despite the cooler weather this year, people were still out and about for Memorial Day in the Chicago area. Asal Rezaei reports.

As Pet Surrenders Surge, Chicago’s Overcrowded Animal Shelter Sounds The Alarm

Chicago Animal Care and Control is struggling to keep up with the large number of pets being surrendered daily — but escalating costs are making it hard for people to keep their furry family members,

Fixing What's Broken About MLB in 2025

The day may come when there is nothing to complain about regarding Major League Baseball. But it'll be in the far-off future and not, you know, tomorrow.

2025 NFL season: 100 things to know with Week 1 kickoff approaching; key games, stories, odds, predictions

Some of the biggest events of the 2025 NFL offseason are officially in the rear view. And now, with free agency, the draft and the schedule release in the books, actual football is on the way. All 32 teams have organized team activities (OTAs) and mandatory minicamps this spring,

‘Egregious Delays’ and No Attorney Assistance: How Those Incarcerated Fight Their Convictions

Every year, incarcerated people in Illinois file post-conviction petitions, compiling evidence of police misconduct, violations of constitutional rights or claims of actual innocence. It’s a vital tool for those alleging injustice to get a new trial or be resentenced.

What Chicago Bears are getting in DE Dayo Odeyingbo: ‘This dude wants to be remembered’

The Bears signed Odeyingbo, the former Colt, in free agency. Learn about what drives him, his football journey and what drew him to Chicago

Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV may have difficulty remaining a U.S. citizen

VATICAN CITY, — Pope Leo XIV's election as the first U.S.-born leader of the Catholic Church elevated him to the extremely rare, and legally thorny, position of being an American citizen who now is also a foreign head of state.