Thursday

07-17-2025 Vol 2024

Category: Local News

Cherry Blossoms Bloom in Jackson Park: A Return to Normalcy Amid Weather Challenges

Cherry Blossoms Bloom in Jackson Park: A Return to Normalcy Amid Weather Challenges

The pink and white petals of Jackson Park’s cherry blossom trees made a timely appearance this year — a return…
Chicago Sees Historic Drop in Robbery Numbers

Chicago Sees Historic Drop in Robbery Numbers

Chicago has witnessed a significant decline in robbery numbers, reaching historic lows after a nearly three-year surge in crime. According…
Illinois Senator Emil Jones III Denies Corruption Charges in FBI Trial

Illinois Senator Emil Jones III Denies Corruption Charges in FBI Trial

Illinois Senator Emil Jones III took the stand in a federal trial this week, asserting that he never struck a…
Abbott Laboratories Plans Major Expansion Amid Tariff Challenges

Abbott Laboratories Plans Major Expansion Amid Tariff Challenges

Abbott Laboratories plans to hire as many as 200 more people over the next few years to expand production in…
The Lasting Impact of Chicago’s Folk Coffeehouses on Community and Music

The Lasting Impact of Chicago’s Folk Coffeehouses on Community and Music

In the late 1960s, Kathy Garness stumbled upon a coffeehouse at the corner of Lunt and Glenwood avenues in Rogers…
2025 Chicago Blues Festival Lineup Announced: A Celebration of Blues Music

2025 Chicago Blues Festival Lineup Announced: A Celebration of Blues Music

The blues will be celebrated in a big way this summer if the 2025 Chicago Blues Festival lineup announced Wednesday…
New Yorkers Brace for Another Cold Snap as Spring Weather Turns Chilly

New Yorkers Brace for Another Cold Snap as Spring Weather Turns Chilly

New Yorkers finally got to experience some pleasant Spring weather on Monday as temperatures soared to as high as 70F.…
Rue 57 and Queen of Sheba to Close After 25 Years Amid Economic Struggles

Rue 57 and Queen of Sheba to Close After 25 Years Amid Economic Struggles

Two longstanding Manhattan restaurants are set to close this month, marking the end of an era for both establishments. Rue…
Widow of Subway Victim Shocked by Gruesome Details of Husband’s Death

Widow of Subway Victim Shocked by Gruesome Details of Husband’s Death

The widow of a man who died on a New York subway train has expressed her shock and concern for…
Queensboro Renewable Express: A Crucial Step in the Fight for Environmental Justice

Queensboro Renewable Express: A Crucial Step in the Fight for Environmental Justice

The Queensboro Renewable Express project is at a critical juncture, with state officials facing pressures that could jeopardize its vital…
Pressure Mounts on Mayor Eric Adams to Boost City Reserve Funds Amid Economic Uncertainty

Pressure Mounts on Mayor Eric Adams to Boost City Reserve Funds Amid Economic Uncertainty

Mayor Eric Adams is facing increasing pressure to enhance the city’s reserve funds as the risks of both significant cuts…
Empowering New York City Youth Through SCI Network NYC

Empowering New York City Youth Through SCI Network NYC

Across New York City, a transformative movement is taking root in cultural and scientific institutions such as zoos, aquariums, museums,…