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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.

Angel Reese, Chicago Sky Climb ESPN Power Rankings After Recent Win

Angel Reese, Chicago Sky Climb ESPN Power Rankings After Recent Win originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Chicago Sky got their third win of the season on Sunday against the Connecticut Sun, winning by a final score of 78-66.

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.

House divided: Who will get Pope Leo’s childhood home outside Chicago?

There’s a growing schism in the first American pope’s hometown. At stake is his childhood home. An auction for the house closes June 18.

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.

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.

Column: Jed Hoyer doesn’t need to wait to improve the Chicago Cubs — as the Rafael Devers trade proves

By acquiring Rafael Devers, the San Francisco Giants put the pressure on all teams — including the Chicago Cubs — to show a little urgency.

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.

Chicago Braces for Soaring Temperatures with 90s Expected, Thunderstorms Possible

Chicago's weather is warming, with midweek rain potential, and high temperatures expected towards the weekend.

Juneteenth 2025: How To Celebrate In Chicago This Year

From wellness retreats to lectures and film screenings, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Juneteenth in Chicago.

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.

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’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.

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.

Chicago celebrates Pope Leo XIV at special event at Rate Field

Pope Leo XIV delivered a message of hope by video message on Saturday at a celebration and mass at Rate Field, honoring the papacy of the city's native son.

Pope Leo to deliver 1st address to US audience in video message in Chicago

Pope Leo XIV will make a virtual appearance in his hometown Saturday in his first address to U.S. audiences since he was elected pope.

Chicago outdoors: Chicago crappie for FOTW and deer in Beverly

Big crappie caught from the Chicago River and Montrose Harbor share Fish of the Week honors and a mailbag note on deer roaming Beverly are among the notes from around Chicago outdoors and beyond.

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.

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.

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).

"No Kings" protest in Chicago Saturday: What to know about the anti-Trump rally

The "No Kings" Chicago protest Saturday is one of the anchor events for a national anti-Trump movement. Over 1,000 rallies will be held the same day Trump holds a military parade in the capital for his birthday.

Evaluating the Value of Classic Matchboxes

Classic matchboxes have fascinated collectors and enthusiasts for decades.

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.

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.”

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.

‘You’re not just representing yourself’: CPS senior on her year on the Chicago School Board

During a chaotic year on the board, Carolina Carchi, 18, said she tried to share the “experiences of students who may never get the chance to speak in a room full of adults with such influence.”