Chicago
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Renee Hatcher Tapped to Lead Chicago Law Department Following Richardson-Lowry Resignation
Chicago’s top lawyer Mary Richardson-Lowry is retiring, with Mayor Brandon Johnson nominating law professor Renee Hatcher to lead the city’s Law Department.
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The Arrest of Bernard Sanders: The 1963 Chicago Protest Photo that Bridged Eras
Captured by a Chicago Tribune photographer in August 1963, this black-and-white image shows a 21-year-old Bernie Sanders being dragged by police officers during a civil rights protest against segregated schools, a historical artifact that reshaped his modern political legacy.
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AMC River East 21 to Debut IMAX Auditorium in Downtown Chicago
AMC River East 21 in Streeterville is set to add an IMAX auditorium, marking the first such facility in Chicago’s immediate downtown core.
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Severe Storms Leave Trail of Damage Across Chicago Area and Indiana
A line of destructive storms produced multiple tornadoes and hurricane-force winds across the Chicago area and Northwest Indiana, causing widespread power outages.
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Lollapalooza 2026: What To Know For The Final Day in Grant Park
Lollapalooza enters its final day at Chicago’s Grant Park with a full schedule, improved weather, and headliners Tate McRae and The xx closing out the festival.
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2026 WNBA All-Star Weekend: Chicago Hosts Star-Studded Showcase with New Charity Format
Chicago hosts the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game at the United Center, featuring a new charity-focused draft format by legends Cynthia Cooper and Teresa Weatherspoon.
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Delta Air Lines Flight 1076 Struck by Firework During Chicago Landing
A Delta Air Lines flight was struck by a firework while landing at Chicago Midway Airport on July 4; the plane landed safely with no injuries reported.
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Chicago Area Under Flash Flood Emergency Following Severe Storms
Severe flash flooding across the Chicago area has triggered emergency warnings, led to multiple fatalities, and forced the cancellation of July 4th celebrations.
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Bridge Investment Group Files $28M Foreclosure Suit Against Gene Staples
Amusement park owner Gene Staples faces a $28 million foreclosure lawsuit from Bridge Investment Group regarding the International Tower office building in Chicago.
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Chicago Aldermen Propose Fair Elections Ordinance to Counter Special Interest Spending
Members of the Chicago Progressive Reform Caucus have introduced the Fair Elections Ordinance, a proposal aimed at curbing the influence of big money in local politics through a voluntary public matching funds program.
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Oprah Winfrey Joins Star-Studded Dedication of $850 Million Obama Presidential Center
Media mogul Oprah Winfrey joined a host of political and cultural figures in Chicago on June 18, 2026, for the dedication of the new Obama Presidential Center.
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From Anatomy to Archaeology: The Human Skeleton as a Cultural Anchor
Whether through the lens of a legendary Chicago art teacher or a medieval Siberian burial, the human skeleton remains a fundamental link between artistic precision and historical discovery.
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Illinois Senators Durbin and Duckworth Demand Resignation of U.S. Attorney Andrew Boutros
Illinois U.S. Senators Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth have formally called for the resignation of U.S. Attorney Andrew Boutros, citing systemic dysfunction and prosecutorial misconduct following the collapse of the ‘Broadview Six’ case.
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The Chi Season 8 Finale: First Look at the Final Chapter
Showtime confirms the conclusion of the groundbreaking drama series The Chi, revealing first-look photos and details for the upcoming eighth and final season.
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Lollapalooza 2026 Lineup Revealed: Smashing Pumpkins Return to Chicago
Lollapalooza has unveiled its 2026 lineup, featuring headliners Charli XCX, Lorde, Tate McRae, and a milestone return for The Smashing Pumpkins.