Driehaus Museum opens 'Tiffany Lamps: Beyond the Shade' exhibition | ChicagoNOW
Earlier this month, the Driehaus Museum opened Tiffany Lamps: Beyond the Shade, an exhibition illuminating the volume and breadth of Louis C. Tiffany?s vast artistic production. From the 1890s through the 1920s, Tiffany Studios created a captivating range of decorative lighting fixtures that embraced the technological shift from oil lamps to electricity. The exhibition will explore the broader context of the iconic lamps?from materials, to design considerations, and the business of Tiffany Studios?to uncover their enduring popularity today.
Earlier this month, the Driehaus Museum opened Tiffany Lamps: Beyond the Shade, an exhibition illuminating the volume and breadth of Louis C. Tiffany?s vast artistic production. From the 1890s through the 1920s, Tiffany Studios created a captivating range of decorative lighting fixtures that embraced the technological shift from oil lamps to electricity. The exhibition will explore the broader context of the iconic lamps?from materials, to design considerations, and the business of Tiffany Studios?to uncover their enduring popularity today.
Chicago Bears fan will run 1 mile for every point the team loses by | ChicagoNOW
He?s putting his love for the Bears ? and his legs ? to the test. Meet Chase Bandolik, a die-hard fan who?s pledged to run one mile for every point the Bears lose by. It?s a challenge that could mean just a short jog on a good day? or a marathon-sized punishment on a bad one.
He?s putting his love for the Bears ? and his legs ? to the test. Meet Chase Bandolik, a die-hard fan who?s pledged to run one mile for every point the Bears lose by. It?s a challenge that could mean just a short jog on a good day? or a marathon-sized punishment on a bad one.
Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago area yields more than 500 arrests, DHS says
Federal officials said they've detained more than 500 people during the first two weeks of Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago.
Federal officials said they've detained more than 500 people during the first two weeks of Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago.
How much your credit score can drop if you miss a 'buy now, pay later' payment | ChicagoNOW
Buy now, pay later services promise convenience ? but missing just one payment can have serious consequences. A financial expert warns that late or skipped installments could cause your credit score to drop, leaving a lasting mark on your financial health.
Buy now, pay later services promise convenience ? but missing just one payment can have serious consequences. A financial expert warns that late or skipped installments could cause your credit score to drop, leaving a lasting mark on your financial health.
What it?s really like to swim in the Chicago River | ChicagoNOW
Dr. Paul Sommer made history as one of just 500 swimmers chosen to compete in the first Chicago River Swim in nearly a century ? a two-mile race through the heart of the city, beneath its bridges and alongside its skyscrapers. Even more impressive, he earned the title of top fundraiser for the event.
Dr. Paul Sommer made history as one of just 500 swimmers chosen to compete in the first Chicago River Swim in nearly a century ? a two-mile race through the heart of the city, beneath its bridges and alongside its skyscrapers. Even more impressive, he earned the title of top fundraiser for the event.
Chicago River Swim returned after nearly 100 years: Meet the top fundraiser | ChicagoNOW
For the first time in nearly a century, swimmers dove into the Chicago River for a two-mile race through the city?s iconic skyline. Among the 500 competitors, Dr. Paul Sommer stood out ? not only for completing the historic swim beneath bridges and alongside skyscrapers, but also for raising more than $37,000 for ALS research, making him the event?s top fundraiser.
For the first time in nearly a century, swimmers dove into the Chicago River for a two-mile race through the city?s iconic skyline. Among the 500 competitors, Dr. Paul Sommer stood out ? not only for completing the historic swim beneath bridges and alongside skyscrapers, but also for raising more than $37,000 for ALS research, making him the event?s top fundraiser.
Community fights to reopen Weiss Hospital as ER closure sparks outrage
Community members and elected officials rallied Monday outside Weiss Hospital demanding urgent action to restore emergency services and save jobs after last month's abrupt closure.
Community members and elected officials rallied Monday outside Weiss Hospital demanding urgent action to restore emergency services and save jobs after last month's abrupt closure.
Broadview ICE center to remain open as DHS disputes closure rumors
The Broadview ICE facility is open, despite reports that it would be closed. Department of Homeland Security officials warned anyone trying to interfere will be prosecuted.
The Broadview ICE facility is open, despite reports that it would be closed. Department of Homeland Security officials warned anyone trying to interfere will be prosecuted.
Police seek group wanted in CTA armed robbery
Chicago police are asking for the public's help in identifying four people who robbed a CTA rider last month in the West Loop neighborhood.
Chicago police are asking for the public's help in identifying four people who robbed a CTA rider last month in the West Loop neighborhood.
Chicago house music DJ Ron Carroll dies at 57: reports
Chicago house music legend Ron Carroll reportedly died Monday at 57.
Chicago house music legend Ron Carroll reportedly died Monday at 57.
4.3 magnitude earthquake shakes near Berkeley, Oakland
DID YOU FEEL IT? The USGS reports the earthquake hit at 2:56 a.m. with an epicenter in Berkeley.
DID YOU FEEL IT? The USGS reports the earthquake hit at 2:56 a.m. with an epicenter in Berkeley.
The Wieners Circle dishes out free hot dogs after Caleb Williams' big day
The Chicago Bears' dominant first win of the season is sure to satisfy the appetite of fans, in more ways than one.
The Chicago Bears' dominant first win of the season is sure to satisfy the appetite of fans, in more ways than one.
Mayor Brandon Johnson quotes MLK to argue law enforcement is a 'sickness'
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson rejected President Trump’s idea of sending the National Guard to the city, calling militarism and heavy law enforcement a “sickness,” drawing sharp criticism from Republican lawmakers.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson rejected President Trump’s idea of sending the National Guard to the city, calling militarism and heavy law enforcement a “sickness,” drawing sharp criticism from Republican lawmakers.
Matteson mayor becomes first Black woman to lead Illinois Municipal League
Sheila Chalmers-Currin discusses her historic role and priorities after being sworn in as president of the 112-year-old agency.
Sheila Chalmers-Currin discusses her historic role and priorities after being sworn in as president of the 112-year-old agency.
CTA bus crashes into SUV on Chicago's South Side
Several people were reportedly injured after a CTA bus crashed with an SUV Monday morning on Chicago's South Side.
Several people were reportedly injured after a CTA bus crashed with an SUV Monday morning on Chicago's South Side.
Chicago crime: Man, 31, found shot several times on sidewalk
A man was shot and seriously wounded early Monday in the East Garfield Park neighborhood on Chicago's West Side.
A man was shot and seriously wounded early Monday in the East Garfield Park neighborhood on Chicago's West Side.
1 hospitalized, 2 in custody after Chicago domestic dispute escalates into gunfire
A man was shot early Monday when a gun went off during a domestic dispute in the Gresham neighborhood, Chicago police said.
A man was shot early Monday when a gun went off during a domestic dispute in the Gresham neighborhood, Chicago police said.
Broadview ICE center to remain open despite clashes between agents, protesters
Federal officials said Sunday that the Broadview ICE processing center will stay open, rejecting reports that the suburban Chicago facility would shut down after weeks of escalating protests.
Federal officials said Sunday that the Broadview ICE processing center will stay open, rejecting reports that the suburban Chicago facility would shut down after weeks of escalating protests.
Broadview ICE center to remain open as DHS disputes closure rumors amid ongoing protests
Officials said Sunday the Broadview ICE center will stay open, rejecting reports that it would shut down after weeks of escalating protests.
Officials said Sunday the Broadview ICE center will stay open, rejecting reports that it would shut down after weeks of escalating protests.
Chicago weather: Isolated storms today, cooler 70s arrive midweek
Today, the Chicago area has the chance for isolated showers and a few rumbles of thunder. Highs will be in the upper 70s and low 80s.
Today, the Chicago area has the chance for isolated showers and a few rumbles of thunder. Highs will be in the upper 70s and low 80s.