Category: Chicago

June 13, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Exploring the Hidden Histories of Chicago Parks
As summer arrives in Chicago, residents are eager to enjoy the warmer weather outdoors. However, many may be unaware of…

June 13, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Illinois Lottery Supports HIV/AIDS Awareness Through Specialty Ticket Initiative
The Illinois Lottery has earned national recognition for its innovative approach to specialty lottery tickets that raise awareness and funds…

June 13, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Neighborhood Greenways Make Strides in Chicago: Wellington Avenue Proposal Announced
Chicago’s Neighborhood Greenways initiative is gaining momentum as the city’s Department of Transportation (CDOT) announces exciting developments. In early May,…

June 13, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Amy Morton Reunites with Former Student Audrey Francis at Steppenwolf for New Production
In the elegant library atop Steppenwolf Theatre, Audrey Francis, one of the theater’s artistic directors, prepares to engage with a…

June 13, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Chicago Police Under Scrutiny for Cooperation with Federal Immigration Authorities Amid Trump’s Deportation Push
Since President Donald Trump returned to the White House in January, federal immigration authorities have intensified their mass deportation efforts,…

June 13, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Pedro Martinez Files Defamation Claims Against Chicago Teachers Union Amid Ongoing Legal Battle
Pedro Martinez, the outgoing CEO of Chicago Public Schools (CPS), has filed defamation claims against the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU),…

June 13, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Chicagoland Transit Agencies Face Budget Crisis Amid Ongoing Funding Battle
The transit agencies serving Chicagoland reported a critical budget shortfall in a meeting this week, initiating the planning process for…

June 13, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Nationwide Protests Erupt Following ICE Raids in Los Angeles
Protests ignited across the United States in response to recent ICE raids in Los Angeles, leading to numerous arrests and…

June 13, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Transforming the Hancock: Chicago’s First Multi-Story Observation Deck to Replace Signature Room
In a major transformation for one of Chicago’s most recognizable landmarks, the Signature Room, which occupied the 95th and 96th…

June 13, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Weekend Festivities in Chicago: Celebrating Culture, Community, and Creativity
Chicago is gearing up for an exciting weekend filled with vibrant celebrations of Puerto Rican culture, culinary delights, and art…

June 13, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Protests Erupt in Chicago Against ICE Raids Amid Fears of Increased Activity
CHICAGO (WLS) — Tensions have escalated in Chicago as residents gathered for another round of anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)…

June 13, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Voices from Chicago: A Call for Change in the Face of Violence, Economic Strain, and Advocacy for LGBTQ+ Rights
In a powerful reflection on the root causes of violence in Chicago, Johnny Page, executive director of ConTextos, addresses the…