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First Responders mobilize as tornado strikes Williamson County

A powerful tornado tore through southern Williamson County Friday evening, carving a path of destruction more than a mile wide from Grassy Road at Wolf Creek Road to Saraville Road

When does Illinois' largest water park open for the summer? Here's what to know

After a couple of summer-like days to finish the work week in the Chicago area, many may be wondering when area water parks will open as the seasons begin to change.

The Chicago Bears’ Must-Win Game of the Season

Looking at the Chicago Bears' upcoming schedule, one important rivalry game stands about the rest in many ways.

Chicago Sky vs. Indiana Fever live updates: Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese clash on opening weekend of WNBA season

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese now start their second seasons, while Paige Bueckers launches her pro career off a heroic college run. The New York Liberty defend their title in Brooklyn, as the Minnesota Lynx seek revenge up north and the Las Vegas Aces reload out west. There’s so much to look forward to here.

Chicago Cubs: When will they recall hot-hitting 3B Matt Shaw?

Third baseman Matt Shaw hit four home runs in two games at Triple-A Iowa. When will the Chicago Cubs bring him back up?

Eye On Great Falls (May 2025)

Some new businesses have recently opened in Great Falls, offering specialty items and food for residents and visitors.

5 Reasons Why You Should Hire Professional AC Repair Service

Man charged after starting garage fire that killed veteran Chicago fire captain

A man was charged with murder for starting a blaze that killed a veteran Chicago fire captain Tuesday morning on the city's West Side.

Avtub: A New Era in the Digital World of Information

Here are Chicago’s 5 James Beard nominees

The James Beard Foundation announced Wednesday the finalists vying for its coveted awards, and among them are five Chicago chefs and restaurants.

Peyton Watson is finding himself offensively and learning new disadvantages defensively: “I fouled him with my face”

Peyton Watson is still very much in the learning stage of his NBA career. That includes learning new rules.

Car crashes into Corner Bakery in the Loop

A driver ran a red light early Tuesday morning in downtown Chicago, causing a crash that sent an SUV into a Corner Bakery.

‘They’ve got everlasting money, bro’: Chicago archdiocese alleges conspiracy to file false sex abuse claims against defrocked priest

An unusual new lawsuit filed by the Archdiocese of Chicago on Monday alleged a group of mostly West Side residents conspired for years to bring false allegations of sexual abuse against a

10 distinctly Chicago spring break ideas for locals, tourists and procrastinators alike

No plans? No problem. Our family-friendly guide helps you make the most of a city break — or a day trip — with these quirky outings.

Where to celebrate Eid al-Fitr in the Chicago area

Eid al-Fitr celebrates the end of Ramadan with large gatherings consisting of prayer, feasting, gift giving, donations, traditional clothing and spending time with family and friends.

Custom Bottle Labels: Elevating Your Product's Appeal

A well-crafted label with clear, high-quality design speaks volumes.

Venezuelan gang member arrested in Georgia for deadly shooting 700 miles away

Federal authorities have arrested a suspected Venezuelan gang member in Georgia for his alleged involvement in a triple shooting. Federal authorities took 32-year-old Ricardo Gonzalez into custody in Cobb County, Georgia.

Nikola Jokic's Injury Status Before Denver Nuggets-Chicago Bulls

Apart from Jokic, the rest of the roster has been getting healthier. The Nuggets had four of their five usual starters available for their last matchup against the red-hot Houston Rockets and a 39-point game from Jamal Murray put them into the win column, snapping the Rockets' 9-game winning streak on Sunday.

2025 NFL mock draft: Bears pass on Will Campbell for this playmaker

In a new mock draft from USA Today's Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz, the Bears pass on LSU offensive lineman Will Campbell to select Boise State running back at 10th overall.

Bears name former Big Ten exec Laura Anderson their CFO

The Bears named Laura Anderson their senior vice president of administration and chief financial officer Monday. She’d served in a similar role at the Big Ten, which is where current Bears president/CEO Kevin Warren worked before joining the Bears two years ago. She’ll oversee finances and accounting for the team.

Does AI Trader Outperform Human Traders In The Long Run?

Does AI trader outperform human trader in the long run?

Chicago soybeans, corn dip on tariff fears

BEIJING: Chicago soybeans and corn futures slid for a second session on Monday, driven by concerns that US tariffs will dampen the appetite for its farm products. The most-active soybean contract dropped 0.35% to $10.06-2/8 per bushel, while corn slipped 0.27% to $4.63 per bushel as of 0255 GMT.

Michael Jordan's Unexpected Move Amid NASCAR Lawsuit

Michael Jordan's days in the NBA are long gone but the former Chicago Bulls superstar still has the burning desire to win. As the co-owner of the 23XI Racing in the NASCAR Cup Series, the 62-year-old NBA legend now finds his competitive fix in the world of auto racing.

Career night vs. LeBron, Lakers has given Bulls’ Matas Buzelis added confidence

"For his development, he's got to do that," Billy Donovan said of guarding LeBron James, which Buzelis did in Saturday's win.

MLB season preview 2025: Every American League team's keys to victory

Here's a look at the keys to victory for every AL team in 2025:

‘Southern Charm’ Star Venita Aspen Reveals That She Slid Into a ‘Chicago P.D’ Star’s DMs

Southern Charm star Venita Aspen is moving on from Jarrett “JT” Thomas and has her eyes on a One Chicago cast member. “There is a man that is on NBC that I have my eye on,” Venita, 31, revealed during a Thursday, March 20, appearance on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen. “He’s a Chicago P.D. [star].”

This Week In Photos: St. Paddy’s In Chicago, Finding A Beaver At Midnight, And More

Anne Holcomb (in green), a South Shore resident and co-founder of the environmental justice group ETHOS, protests the latest community meeting on the South Works megadevelopment in front of Related Midwest Vice President Yanet Garcia (foreground, in black) on March 18, 2025. Credit: Maxwell Evans/Block Club Chicago

Marking Martin Luther King Jr.’s Chicago

Eight Places You Need to Visit and Understand Chicago’s Black Freedom Struggle Go to Montgomery, Alabama today and markers to the civil rights movement

Why I’m Running: ‘I dedicate every marathon to my dad’

Meghan Lembo has run 10 marathons before turning 30. For her, it means continuing her father's legacy of giving back.

Court rules for former Chicago alderman on “false statement” charges

The Supreme Court on Friday threw out a ruling by a federal appeals court in Chicago that upheld the conviction of Patrick Daley Thompson, who served four months in a federal prison for making false statements to bank regulators about loans that he took out but did not repay.

Chicago man charged with fatal Albany Park stabbing

Hernandez, 30, was charged with first-degree murder after allegedly stabbing Juan Carlos Tello-Suarez on Tuesday, police said.

An AP photographer sees abstract art in the swirling green Chicago River on St. Patrick’s Day

AP photographer Erin Hooley has covered the annual dyeing green of the Chicago River in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day for nearly a decade.

CBS to show 2 primetime matchups between Caitlin Clark and Indiana vs Angel Reese and Chicago

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese will have two of their games broadcast in primetime nationally for the first time in league history. The June 7 and Aug. 9 games between the Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky will be shown on CBS.

What happened to Shiloh on Chicago Med? Character’s fate, explored

With Shiloh’s case, Chicago Med highlights the important issue of vaccination, depicting how easily preventable diseases can spread when people do not take precautions. Though Shiloh does not make any more appearances on the show afterward, her story remains memorable for the issue it raised.

Trash or Treasure: Well-known sculptor worked with the WPA

The Gross watercolor is “a little faded,” Thomczek pointed out as he examined it. Goldman said her mother lived in New York until 1947 and that a friend introduced her to the artist while she lived there. “I don’t know how much she paid for it, but it hung on her wall for 70 years,” Goldman explained. “When she died, I took it home.”

Chicagohenge returns with arrival of spring equinox: Here are the best times to view the phenomenon

Chicagoans can get a glimpse of the sun perfectly aligning with Chicago's east-west streets during sunrise and sunset.