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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 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.”

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.

Beloved 'One Chicago' Stars Bring the Fire in Rare Red Carpet Appearance in Monte Carlo

Beloved 'One Chicago' Stars Bring the Fire in Rare Red Carpet Appearance in Monte Carlo originally appeared on Parade. It was an off-screen crossover over the weekend as the cast of Chicago Med, ChicagoPD and Chicago Fire brought the heat to Monaco.

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.

Fascinating Balkan Cuisine In Chicago At Ambar

Well at Ambar, that includes several choices of pita bread, soups such as Veal and Carrot Ginger, Almond Fried Chicken and several items from their wood burning oven.

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."

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,

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.

Puerto Rican People's Day Parade steps off in Chicago's Humboldt Park

The parade, which began in 1978, celebrates Puerto Rican arts, culture and music, framing "Puerto Rican cultural experience within the language of social criticism and the discourse of possibilities."

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

BLACKPINK tickets: Get cheap seats for world tour, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago

Tickets to the BLACKPINK “Deadline” world tour are going fast, but you can still get cheap ticket deals on major, third-party vendor sites like SeatGeek, Vivid Seats, StubHub, Viagogo, TicketCity, and Ticketmaster.

Transit fiscal cliff, Bears stadium among questions during Illinois budget talks

The Illinois General Assembly has until May 31 to pass a budget, and a looming transit fiscal cliff and the Bears' stadium project are among the biggest questions.

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

Chicago White Sox trade catcher Matt Thaiss to the Tampa Bay Rays for minor-league outfielder Dru Baker

The Chicago White Sox worked out a crunch at catcher Tuesday, trading Matt Thaiss to the Tampa Bay Rays. That cleared the way for Korey Lee’s return.

City in Chicago: Supporting sky blue from the Windy City

Learn more about some of our fans based in the United States as part of the new 'Our City, Our Stories' series in collaboration with Goal Click.Pep Guardiola's men head over to the USA later this