35 things to do in Chicago this weekend June 5 – 7
From Pokémon GO Fest and the Chicago Blues Festival to Ribfest, Beyond Wonderland, U.S. Men’s Soccer vs. Germany and Lincoln Park Greek Fest – here’s your weekend guide!
From Pokémon GO Fest and the Chicago Blues Festival to Ribfest, Beyond Wonderland, U.S. Men’s Soccer vs. Germany and Lincoln Park Greek Fest – here’s your weekend guide!
Chicago university removes LGBTQ pride flag over institutional neutrality concerns
The University of Chicago (UC) Laboratory Schools, an institution associated with the university, will no longer be flying an LGBTQ pride flag outside its courtyard after university administrators determined it would violate institutional neutrality.
The University of Chicago (UC) Laboratory Schools, an institution associated with the university, will no longer be flying an LGBTQ pride flag outside its courtyard after university administrators determined it would violate institutional neutrality.
Suburban Chicago man charged with 8th DUI after crashing into full minivan: prosecutors
A Chicago-area man was ordered to be held in custody after recording his eighth arrest for driving under the influence, which resulted in six people being hospitalized.
A Chicago-area man was ordered to be held in custody after recording his eighth arrest for driving under the influence, which resulted in six people being hospitalized.
Suburban Chicago man charged after police find Glock with extended mag during traffic stop
Evanston police say a traffic stop led to the recovery of a loaded Glock with an extended magazine. A 23-year-old Wheeling man now faces a felony charge.
Evanston police say a traffic stop led to the recovery of a loaded Glock with an extended magazine. A 23-year-old Wheeling man now faces a felony charge.
A $245 million Bitcoin heist and a botched kidnapping lead to arrest of crypto 'Godfather'
The self-proclaimed crypto “Godfather" is facing a robbery charge after being linked to a multi-million dollar Bitcoin heist and a brazen broad daylight kidnapping.
The self-proclaimed crypto “Godfather" is facing a robbery charge after being linked to a multi-million dollar Bitcoin heist and a brazen broad daylight kidnapping.
Two Chicago police officers injured in crash with pickup truck in Bridgeport
Three people were injured, including two Chicago police officers, in a crash involving a squad car and a pickup truck Wednesday morning in Bridgeport.
Three people were injured, including two Chicago police officers, in a crash involving a squad car and a pickup truck Wednesday morning in Bridgeport.
Elmhurst police search for catalytic converter theft suspect after I-290 chase
Police in Chicago's west suburbs are searching for a theft suspect who fled on foot after a chase on I-290 early Wednesday morning.
Police in Chicago's west suburbs are searching for a theft suspect who fled on foot after a chase on I-290 early Wednesday morning.
New Austin HOPE Center set to expand access to pediatric specialty care on Chicago’s West Side
A place of healing, connection and hope is rising on what was once a vacant lot on Chicago’s West Side.
A place of healing, connection and hope is rising on what was once a vacant lot on Chicago’s West Side.
Groundbreaking set for $7B '1901 Project' near United Center
Leaders are breaking ground Wednesday on the $7 billion 1901 Project, a major redevelopment plan that will transform 55 acres of parking lots surrounding the United Center.
Leaders are breaking ground Wednesday on the $7 billion 1901 Project, a major redevelopment plan that will transform 55 acres of parking lots surrounding the United Center.
New Austin HOPE Center brings pediatric specialty care to Chicago's West Side
A long-vacant lot in Austin is being transformed into a new hub for pediatric healthcare, mental health services, and community support as the Austin HOPE Center prepares to open later this summer.
A long-vacant lot in Austin is being transformed into a new hub for pediatric healthcare, mental health services, and community support as the Austin HOPE Center prepares to open later this summer.
Historic 'Big Boy' steam locomotive makes rare Chicagoland stop
Union Pacific’s iconic Big Boy, the world’s largest operating steam locomotive, is rolling through West Chicago for a rare appearance that is drawing railroad fans and history enthusiasts alike.
Union Pacific’s iconic Big Boy, the world’s largest operating steam locomotive, is rolling through West Chicago for a rare appearance that is drawing railroad fans and history enthusiasts alike.
Red Lobster in Times Square closing after more than 20 years
After a 23-year run, the Red Lobster in Times Square is officially shutting its doors.
After a 23-year run, the Red Lobster in Times Square is officially shutting its doors.
US-Iran attacks escalate overnight as ceasefire faces new strain
New missile, drone and retaliatory strikes between the U.S. and Iran have intensified tensions and raised questions about a fragile ceasefire, even as the Trump administration says diplomatic talks to end the conflict are continuing.
New missile, drone and retaliatory strikes between the U.S. and Iran have intensified tensions and raised questions about a fragile ceasefire, even as the Trump administration says diplomatic talks to end the conflict are continuing.
SUV fully engulfed in flames on Dan Ryan during morning rush
An SUV caught fire on the Dan Ryan Expressway during the Wednesday morning rush.
An SUV caught fire on the Dan Ryan Expressway during the Wednesday morning rush.
Chicago-bound flyer accused of trying to open plane door, choking passenger on Frontier flight
New court documents reveal what happened during a disturbance aboard a Frontier flight bound for Chicago on Sunday.
New court documents reveal what happened during a disturbance aboard a Frontier flight bound for Chicago on Sunday.
Caleb Williams lands Madden NFL 27 cover after record-breaking season with Bears
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams was announced Tuesday as EA Sports' cover athlete for Madden NFL 27.
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams was announced Tuesday as EA Sports' cover athlete for Madden NFL 27.
2 injured in I-94 crash involving Tesla, BMW on South Side
Two people were injured in a crash involving a Tesla and a BMW early Wednesday on Interstate 94 on Chicago's South Side.
Two people were injured in a crash involving a Tesla and a BMW early Wednesday on Interstate 94 on Chicago's South Side.
SUV fully engulfed in flames on Dan Ryan Expressway during rush hour
An SUV caught fire on the Dan Ryan Expressway during the Wednesday morning rush.
An SUV caught fire on the Dan Ryan Expressway during the Wednesday morning rush.
House fire breaks out on Chicago's South Side
A house caught fire Wednesday morning in Chicago's Fernwood neighborhood.
A house caught fire Wednesday morning in Chicago's Fernwood neighborhood.
Child found safe after vehicle stolen on Chicago's South Side, police say
Chicago police say a 1-year-old boy is safe after a vehicle he was in was stolen on the city's South Side early Wednesday.
Chicago police say a 1-year-old boy is safe after a vehicle he was in was stolen on the city's South Side early Wednesday.