PRIDEChicago announces 2026 theme, names community grand marshals

One of the country’s largest Pride festivals returns this summer – here’s what to know and the trailblazers making an impact.

Chicago St. Patrick's Day 2026: Everything you need to know

Get ready to shamrock and roll! Here's your guide to the Chicago River dyeing, parades and can't-miss events kicking off St. Patrick's Day 2026.

Clinton mentions Pritzker during Epstein deposition
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New video from Bill Clinton's Jeffrey Epstein deposition last week shows a reference to Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker.

Illinois lawmakers move to rein in algorithmic pricing used by online retailers
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State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado explains House Bill 4544, a proposal that would require companies to disclose when algorithmic pricing is used so consumers know when their personal data may be influencing the prices they see online.

Illinois reparations commission releases lengthy report of state's 'harms' against Black citizens

An Illinois state commission that is looking to implement reparations for Black residents released a report laying out what it called the state's history of harms against them on Friday.

Chicago protesters vow continued demonstrations against war in Iran

Chicago demonstrators say they plan to keep returning to the streets as part of an ongoing push to end what they call an illegitimate war in Iran.

Chicago-area tow truck driver charged in stolen vehicle scrapping scheme

A Chicago Ridge man faces multiple felony charges after investigators said he sold stolen vehicles for scrap using a tow truck and false paperwork.

Chicago weather: Clouds and light rain linger as mild temps hold

Chicago weather will remain unsettled Tuesday as mostly cloudy skies and scattered light rain move across the region. 

Man found shot to death on Chicago's Far South Side

An investigation has been launched after a man was found shot to death Monday night inside a home on Chicago's Far South Side.

Amazon brings drone delivery to Chicago's suburbs
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In the South Suburbs, the future of delivery is taking flight. Some residents will soon have the option to receive their Amazon packages by air as the company prepares to launch its drone service from Markham and Matteson.

Chicago pastor, wife trapped in Middle East during erupting war
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When Chicago minister Ronald Rawlings and his wife, Amise Rawlings, traveled to the United Arab Emirates for ministry work, they expected a blend of preaching and sightseeing.

Illinois Democrats propose independent commission to investigate state ties to Epstein
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Illinois Democrats on Monday introduced legislation to create an independent state commission to investigate potential Illinois connections to Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking operation, arguing the state has the authority to examine whether Illinois laws were broken.

Illinois Democrats propose independent commission to investigate state ties to Epstein

Illinois Democrats on Monday introduced legislation to create an independent state commission to investigate potential Illinois connections to Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking operation, arguing the state has the authority to examine whether Illinois laws were broken.

Chicago weather: Warmer temps to come, with several rain chances this week

Increasing cloud cover is expected tonight and then our rain chances will increase on Tuesday. Overnight low temperatures will drop to the low to mid 30s.