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Here’s What We’re Excited to See at EXPO CHICAGO 2025

To help you navigate Chicago's busiest art week, we're sharing the works we're most looking forward to seeing.

JD FOSTER: Trump Is Right. Fire Jay Powell

President Trump is once again unhappy with Federal Reserve Board Chair Jay Powell following Powell’s remarks at an economic event

Chicago rooftops where views and vibes are everything

Explore the best rooftop spots in Chicago offering skyline views, creative cocktails, and a fresh perspective on the city's social scene.

Avtub: A New Era in the Digital World of Information

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?

RAV4 Things: Flyers @ Blackhawks

John Tortorella's Philadelphia Flyers (28-24-9) are in the Windy City to play interim head coach Anders Sörensen's Chicago Blackhawks (20-41-9) on Sunday afternoon.

Storm dumps heavy snow on northern Arizona

A winter storm dumped heavy snow across northern Arizona on Friday, playing a major factor in a more than 15-mile backup on a major interstate.

Chicago visits Miami after White's 44-point game

Chicago Bulls (25-38, 10th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Miami Heat (29-33, seventh in the Eastern Conference)

Chicago’s Mayor Pushes Back as Republicans Attack Immigration Policies

Mayor Brandon Johnson argued that Chicago’s policies made the city safer and allowed residents to help the police solve crimes without fear of deportation.

Chicago shootings, homicides down in February compared to 2024, police say

Shootings and homicides were both down in Chicago last month compared to the same period in 2024, CPD data show.

Mayor Brandon Johnson defends Chicago as 'proud city of immigrants' during sanctuary city hearing

Johnson is appearing with other big-city mayors before the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform to defend their "sanctuary city" policies.

Afternoon Briefing: Mayor defends Chicago’s sanctuary laws in congressional testimony

Mayor Brandon Johnson delivered a forceful defense of Chicago’s storied history as a haven for immigrants today during his opening statement before a Republican-led congressional hearing on sanctuary policies, setting the stage for a day that will surely feature heavy political theater over one of the nation’s most divisive issues.

Spring break in Chicago: Shedd Aquarium has new exhibits, interactive programs and 32,000 animals

Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium will offer extended spring break hours later this month, along with new exhibits, interactive programs and 32,000 animals on display. New exhibits include Water of Wonder in Shedd’s historic rotunda, and the buzzing rainforest at Amazon Rising.

El Jaguar: The Secret Weapon of the Chicago Cubs

Cubs prospect Kevin Alcántara could be the games next big thing. But for now he will have to wait his turn in a jam packed Cub's outfield

‘See you this summer': Lollapalooza announces festival will return to Chicago for 2025

Welcome back to Chicago, Lollapalooza. The annual summer music festival will return to Grant Park in 2025, according to an announcement from organizers. The dates for this summer's festival are July 31- Aug. 3, the announcement, posted to social media and sent to fans via text message, said, along with the quote "See you this summer, Chicago."

Preservation group reveals new 'Chicago 7' list of endangered properties

Leading off with a 150-year-old Loop building, Preservation Chicago paired its diverse 2025 ranking with a celebration of successful campaigns.

This Bridge Witnessed the Glorious ‘White City’ and Now It Leads to Nowhere: Chicago’s 7 Most Endangered Announced for 2025

Preservation Chicago has released its annual “Chicago 7 Most Endangered” list of threatened buildings and assets, and the roll call reads like a trip through Chicago history.

15-year-old girl shot near Chicago school

CHICAGO - A 15-year-old girl was shot near a school on Chicago's Southwest Side Tuesday morning. The shooting occurred around 7:41 a.m. in the 8500 block of South Lafayette. According to Chicago police, a 15-year-old girl was walking when an unknown black sedan approached her. Two people then exited the vehicle and opened fire.

Chicago Teachers Union pushes petition drive as strike threat looms

The union says the petitions will show they have strong member support to keep pushing on five key issues. Contract negotiations have been going for for nearly a year.

Zac Brown Band to headline 2025 NASCAR Chicago Street Race

Zac Brown Band will headline the 2025 NASCAR Chicago Street Race on Saturday, July 5. The concert will take place at the new Busch Light Summer Series Stage near the Start/Finish line. NASCAR is offering exclusive VIP and V.V.I.P. experiences for fans attending the race weekend.

Chicago man charged in fatal Back of the Yards shooting that led to crash

A man was charged in connection with a shooting last year that killed a woman and caused her car to crash, leaving three others injured in the Back of the Yards neighborhood.

Happy Birthday, Chicago! City landmarks offering free admission to celebrate

Happy 188th birthday, Chicago! In honor of Chicago's birthday Tuesday, one of the city's iconic downtown landmarks is offering free admission.

LIVE: Complete list of winners at 2025 Oscars

Hollywood’s finest have all gathered at the Dolby Theater for the 97th Academy Awards, which are now underway with host Conan O’Brien. Going into the show with no clear favorite, many in the industry were left wondering who would take home the night’s top prizes.

Nesmith scores a career-high 27 points to lead Pacers past Bulls 127-112

Aaron Nesmith scored a career-high 27 points, Pascal Siakam added 20 and the Indiana Pacers defeated the Chicago Bulls 127-112 on Sunday night. Nesmith, a fifth-year guard who returned in January after missing 30 games with an ankle injury,

Chicago Cubs: Three options to choose from to finalize the rotation after the latest injury news

The Chicago Cubs have had a respectable spring training so far and are slowly getting themselves ready to start the regular season. The Cubs have dwindled their roster down to 54 players after sending four players to Triple-A Iowa,

When does Six Flags Great America open for the season?

As the calendar flips to March, the Chicago area is getting closer to theme park season, meaning that Six Flags Great America will soon be open.

2025 NFL mock draft: Perfect scenario unfolds for Bears at No. 10

In a new 2025 NFL mock draft, the board falls perfectly for the Bears to land an impact offensive lineman at No. 10.

Bulls' Ayo Dosunmu to have season-ending shoulder surgery

Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu will undergo surgery on his left shoulder and be out for the remainder of the season, the team announced Sunday morning.

When is daylight saving time? Here's when the annual time change begins

The calendar has turned to March, and that means daylight saving time is right around the corner for most of the United States.

Chicago Cubs under-the-radar reliever named possible breakout star ahead of 2025 season

The Chicago Cubs bullpen was feast or famine last season. In the first half of the 2024 campaign, the Cubs relief corps suffered through a full-on collapse with key bullpen pieces Adbert Alzolay and Hector Neris failing and 2023 relief asset Julian Merryweather falling to injury.

John Gibson is back with the Ducks — but for how long? Is a trade coming?

Gibson returned to the Anaheim net after a brief injury absence, but will a contending team (Carolina? Edmonton?) trade for him?

Chicago Bulls at Indiana Pacers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Chicago Bulls at Indiana Pacers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

Watch as thousands participate in 2025 Chicago Polar Plunge

Thousands of fearless people jumped into Lake Michigan on Sunday to help raise money for Special Olympics Chicago.

Cubs’ Kevin Alcántara’s raw talents are starting to come together: ‘He can be a superstar’

It wasn’t long after the Chicago Cubs acquired Kevin Alcántara from the New York Yankees that scouts were buzzing about his potential. For years now, Chicago’s farm system has lacked a slam-dunk superstar.

Drinking Wyoming: Frosty’s, A True Casper Dive Bar Proudly Serving Horrible Liquor

Frosty’s in Casper, is a typical dive bar in many ways — and proud to serve one of the most terrible tasting liquors. It’s one of the few places