What will happen to Soldier Field if the Bears leave? Here’s what we know | ChicagoNOW
Chicago Park District officials are pitching major infrastructure upgrades to Soldier Field to transform it into a year-round concert and events venue, even if the Chicago Bears break their lease, which runs through 2033.
Chicago Park District officials are pitching major infrastructure upgrades to Soldier Field to transform it into a year-round concert and events venue, even if the Chicago Bears break their lease, which runs through 2033.
Local middle school cheer program builds leadership and confidence skills | ChicagoNOW
The Learn 8 Middle School cheerleading squad is giving students opportunities to compete, travel and represent their school across Chicago. Coaches say the program helps girls develop confidence, discipline and teamwork.
The Learn 8 Middle School cheerleading squad is giving students opportunities to compete, travel and represent their school across Chicago. Coaches say the program helps girls develop confidence, discipline and teamwork.
Chicago woman arrested in hit-and-run that critically hurt teen riding scooter
A Chicago woman has been arrested in connection with a hit-and-run crash that critically injured a teen who was riding a motorized scooter in Marquette Park on Wednesday.
A Chicago woman has been arrested in connection with a hit-and-run crash that critically injured a teen who was riding a motorized scooter in Marquette Park on Wednesday.
Chicago business embraces rising ‘analog’ trend | ChicagoNOW
Inclement Craft is capitalizing on the growing analog lifestyle trend, offering tools, fiber professing resources and classes for customers interested in making their own yard and textiles.
Inclement Craft is capitalizing on the growing analog lifestyle trend, offering tools, fiber professing resources and classes for customers interested in making their own yard and textiles.
Hundreds expected to take the plunge for Special Olympics Illinois | ChicagoNOW
The Chicago Polar Plunge is back this weekend, with participants braving cold waters to benefit Special Olympics Illinois.
The Chicago Polar Plunge is back this weekend, with participants braving cold waters to benefit Special Olympics Illinois.
Chicago police search for driver in North Side hit-and-run
Chicago police are searching for a driver who struck a pedestrian and sped away last week.
Chicago police are searching for a driver who struck a pedestrian and sped away last week.
TMZ: Son of ‘Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ star Mary Cosby dies at 23 | ChicagoNOW
Salt Lake City police confirmed Robert Cosby Jr. died Feb. 23 after officers responded to an overdose call. The case remains under investigation, and the medical examiner will determine the official cause of death.
Salt Lake City police confirmed Robert Cosby Jr. died Feb. 23 after officers responded to an overdose call. The case remains under investigation, and the medical examiner will determine the official cause of death.
Waymo begins Chicago rollout as safety and jobs questions loom
Tech investor Landon Campbell discusses Waymo’s initial rollout of self-driving taxis in Chicago with human drivers still behind the wheel.
Tech investor Landon Campbell discusses Waymo’s initial rollout of self-driving taxis in Chicago with human drivers still behind the wheel.
Family procession for Rev. Jesse Jackson to Rainbow PUSH center
A little over a week after his death, civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson will be honored with a celebration of life in Chicago starting on Thursday.
A little over a week after his death, civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson will be honored with a celebration of life in Chicago starting on Thursday.
Mayor names new head of Animal Care and Control amid shelter backlash: 'Very concerning'
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has appointed Susan Capello as the permanent leader of Chicago Animal Care and Control, a move drawing criticism from animal advocates and scrutiny from Ald. Ruth Cruz (30th) over conditions, euthanasia rates, and calls for broader reform.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has appointed Susan Capello as the permanent leader of Chicago Animal Care and Control, a move drawing criticism from animal advocates and scrutiny from Ald. Ruth Cruz (30th) over conditions, euthanasia rates, and calls for broader reform.
Former Gov. Pat Quinn launches petition to keep Chicago Bears in Illinois
Former Gov. Pat Quinn is spearheading a new online petition to keep the Chicago Bears in Illinois, arguing the team belongs at home as neighboring Indiana ramps up efforts to lure them across state lines.
Former Gov. Pat Quinn is spearheading a new online petition to keep the Chicago Bears in Illinois, arguing the team belongs at home as neighboring Indiana ramps up efforts to lure them across state lines.
Cook County police: Man charged after loaded, stolen gun found during Chicago traffic stop
A Chicago traffic stop led to a felony gun charge on Sunday.
A Chicago traffic stop led to a felony gun charge on Sunday.
Chicago weather: 60-degree temps just around the corner
A huge temperature swing is on the way between Friday and Saturday across the Chicago area.
A huge temperature swing is on the way between Friday and Saturday across the Chicago area.
Mass shooting in Chicago leaves 4 wounded; persons of interest being questioned
Four people were wounded in a shooting Wednesday evening in Chicago's Woodlawn neighborhood.
Four people were wounded in a shooting Wednesday evening in Chicago's Woodlawn neighborhood.
Mass shooting near Chicago gas station leaves 4 wounded
Four people were wounded in a shooting near a gas station Wednesday evening in Chicago's Woodlawn neighborhood.
Four people were wounded in a shooting near a gas station Wednesday evening in Chicago's Woodlawn neighborhood.
Crowds celebrate life of Rev. Jesse Jackson at Rainbow PUSH Coalition in Chicago
Rev. Jesse Jackson, the civil rights icon, will be honored with a celebration of life in Chicago this week after he died at 84.
Rev. Jesse Jackson, the civil rights icon, will be honored with a celebration of life in Chicago this week after he died at 84.
Galewood residents push back on 500-unit housing plan for former Mars site
Galewood residents packed a community meeting to advocate for a say in redeveloping the former Mars Wrigley site, backing a proposal with community amenities over a 500-unit housing plan amid concerns about congestion and neighborhood impact.
Galewood residents packed a community meeting to advocate for a say in redeveloping the former Mars Wrigley site, backing a proposal with community amenities over a 500-unit housing plan amid concerns about congestion and neighborhood impact.
Chicago nonprofit offers free tax help through mid-April
Still need to do your taxes? A nonprofit organization in Chicago is providing free tax services across the city and the suburbs.
Still need to do your taxes? A nonprofit organization in Chicago is providing free tax services across the city and the suburbs.
Family seeks justice in deadly crash as car owner faces immigration hold
A grieving mother is demanding accountability after the registered owner of a car involved in a deadly crash is now in immigration custody — with no criminal charges filed.
A grieving mother is demanding accountability after the registered owner of a car involved in a deadly crash is now in immigration custody — with no criminal charges filed.
American is freed after 11 years for Bali ‘suitcase murder,’ but a US case awaits
Indonesia freed and deported an American man Tuesday after he spent 11 years in prison for the premeditated murder of his then-girlfriend’s mother on the island of Bali, but he’s still on the hook for federal charges back home.
Indonesia freed and deported an American man Tuesday after he spent 11 years in prison for the premeditated murder of his then-girlfriend’s mother on the island of Bali, but he’s still on the hook for federal charges back home.