Category: Chicago

April 28, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Chicago and Great Lakes Cultural Developments: A Weekly Roundup
This week in Chicago and the Great Lakes region, the art scene is buzzing with fresh openings and significant exhibitions…

April 28, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Illinois Legislation Progresses Toward Establishing Freedom Trails Commission for Underground Railroad History
Local historians and activists dedicated to preserving the history of the Underground Railroad in the Chicago area and its southern…

April 28, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Chicago Expands Urban Canopy: Arbor Day Event Highlights Commitment to Green Equity
Mayor Brandon Johnson joined community leaders and residents in West Woodlawn to celebrate Arbor Day with an event focused on…

April 28, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Freddie Mac Faces Legal Action from Tenants at Kenwood Rental Complex Over Alleged Mismanagement
Freddie Mac is under scrutiny for its management practices at the Ellis Lakeview building, located at 4624 South Ellis Avenue…

April 28, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Austin Bank of Chicago Building Transformed into Community Hub by Alt Space Chicago
The historic Austin Bank of Chicago building at 5645 W. Corcoran Place has been repurposed into a vibrant community space…

April 28, 2025
Local News, Chicago
MUBI Fest Returns to Chicago, Celebrating Global Cinema and Local Creatives
MUBI brought its film festival, MUBI Fest, back to Chicago this weekend for the second consecutive year, showcasing a vibrant…

April 28, 2025
Local News, Chicago
LGBTQ+ Intergenerational Art Project Highlights Heritage and Current Struggles
A unique art project titled “Outside of the Box: Finding our True Selves” was recently on display at the Center…

April 28, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Federal Prosecutors Withdraw Forfeiture Request Against Michael J. Madigan
Federal prosecutors in Chicago have decided to retract their plans to seek a $3.1 million forfeiture judgment against former Illinois…

April 28, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Chicago Record Report: New Sounds and Local Releases for April
The latest installment of the Chicago Record Report shines a spotlight on some of the freshest local music that has…

April 28, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Mayor Johnson and Superintendent Snelling Highlight Decline in Chicago Violent Crime
In a recent gathering at the U.S. Conference of Mayors in Chicago, Mayor Brandon Johnson and Chicago Police Department Superintendent…

April 28, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Chicago Considers Responses to Teen Gatherings Amid Safety Concerns
As Memorial Day weekend approaches in Chicago, concerns are mounting regarding a potential “teen trend” takeover at 31st Street Beach,…

April 28, 2025
Local News, Chicago
Trump Administration Introduces New Executive Order Targeting Sanctuary Cities
In a significant escalation of its campaign against sanctuary cities, the Trump administration has announced a forthcoming executive order that…