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Here’s What We’re Excited to See at EXPO CHICAGO 2025

To help you navigate Chicago's busiest art week, we're sharing the works we're most looking forward to seeing.

JD FOSTER: Trump Is Right. Fire Jay Powell

President Trump is once again unhappy with Federal Reserve Board Chair Jay Powell following Powell’s remarks at an economic event

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.

Custom Bottle Labels: Elevating Your Product's Appeal

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

Bulls charging with Josh Giddey at the helm

Josh Giddey is putting the Bulls in position to secure home-court advantage for the SoFi NBA Play-In Tournament.

Does AI Trader Outperform Human Traders In The Long Run?

Does AI trader outperform human trader in the long run?

Chicago Cubs Trim Spring Roster to 35 Players

The Chicago Cubs have trimmed its spring roster from 42 to 35 players, with one veteran likely done with the organization.

Chicago’s Mayor Pushes Back as Republicans Attack Immigration Policies

Mayor Brandon Johnson argued that Chicago’s policies made the city safer and allowed residents to help the police solve crimes without fear of deportation.

Chicago shootings, homicides down in February compared to 2024, police say

Shootings and homicides were both down in Chicago last month compared to the same period in 2024, CPD data show.

Mayor Brandon Johnson defends Chicago as 'proud city of immigrants' during sanctuary city hearing

Johnson is appearing with other big-city mayors before the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform to defend their "sanctuary city" policies.

Afternoon Briefing: Mayor defends Chicago’s sanctuary laws in congressional testimony

Mayor Brandon Johnson delivered a forceful defense of Chicago’s storied history as a haven for immigrants today during his opening statement before a Republican-led congressional hearing on sanctuary policies, setting the stage for a day that will surely feature heavy political theater over one of the nation’s most divisive issues.

Spring break in Chicago: Shedd Aquarium has new exhibits, interactive programs and 32,000 animals

Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium will offer extended spring break hours later this month, along with new exhibits, interactive programs and 32,000 animals on display. New exhibits include Water of Wonder in Shedd’s historic rotunda, and the buzzing rainforest at Amazon Rising.

‘See you this summer': Lollapalooza announces festival will return to Chicago for 2025

Welcome back to Chicago, Lollapalooza. The annual summer music festival will return to Grant Park in 2025, according to an announcement from organizers. The dates for this summer's festival are July 31- Aug. 3, the announcement, posted to social media and sent to fans via text message, said, along with the quote "See you this summer, Chicago."

Preservation group reveals new 'Chicago 7' list of endangered properties

Leading off with a 150-year-old Loop building, Preservation Chicago paired its diverse 2025 ranking with a celebration of successful campaigns.

This Bridge Witnessed the Glorious ‘White City’ and Now It Leads to Nowhere: Chicago’s 7 Most Endangered Announced for 2025

Preservation Chicago has released its annual “Chicago 7 Most Endangered” list of threatened buildings and assets, and the roll call reads like a trip through Chicago history.

15-year-old girl shot near Chicago school

CHICAGO - A 15-year-old girl was shot near a school on Chicago's Southwest Side Tuesday morning. The shooting occurred around 7:41 a.m. in the 8500 block of South Lafayette. According to Chicago police, a 15-year-old girl was walking when an unknown black sedan approached her. Two people then exited the vehicle and opened fire.

Chicago Teachers Union pushes petition drive as strike threat looms

The union says the petitions will show they have strong member support to keep pushing on five key issues. Contract negotiations have been going for for nearly a year.

Zac Brown Band to headline 2025 NASCAR Chicago Street Race

Zac Brown Band will headline the 2025 NASCAR Chicago Street Race on Saturday, July 5. The concert will take place at the new Busch Light Summer Series Stage near the Start/Finish line. NASCAR is offering exclusive VIP and V.V.I.P. experiences for fans attending the race weekend.

Chicago man charged in fatal Back of the Yards shooting that led to crash

A man was charged in connection with a shooting last year that killed a woman and caused her car to crash, leaving three others injured in the Back of the Yards neighborhood.

Happy Birthday, Chicago! City landmarks offering free admission to celebrate

Happy 188th birthday, Chicago! In honor of Chicago's birthday Tuesday, one of the city's iconic downtown landmarks is offering free admission.

Man accused of deadly mass shooting at July 4th parade faces trial 3 years after attack

There have been several delays during the case, partly because of the erratic behavior of the defendant, Robert Crimo III.

Pulaski Day 2025: What's closed on Casimir Pulaski Day, and why Chicago celebrates it

Chicago and Cook County services and offices, courthouses, public libraries and more are closed Monday, March 3 in observance of Casimir Pulaski Day.

What we heard about Ben Johnson, Caleb Williams, and the Bears’ spending plan at the combine

League sources at the combine said they're intrigued to see what the Bears look like with the pairing of Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams.

Ald. Desmon Yancy: Chicago demands more from you, Mayor Johnson

As I look back over the past two years, Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration has been the opposite of what we hoped for.

Chicago Cubs unveil possible outside-the-box role for veteran slugger

The Chicago Cubs are all set when it comes to their three starting outfield positions. At the corners, three-time Gold Glove winner Ian Happ will man left field.

Chicagoans Rally For Ukraine After Trump, Zelensky ‘Fiasco’ At White House

Those at the rally, including Sen. Dick Durbin, denounced President Donald Trump's meeting with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky last week, with one Ukrainian Chicagoan calling the interaction "shocking.

Davenport man charged in deadly shooting inside Chicago River North building

Demetris Shorter, 35, of Davenport, Iowa, was charged with one felony count of first-degree murder and one felony count of attempted first-degree murder.

Dodgers’ split-squad teams beat White Sox, A’s

Freddie Freeman, Teoscar Hernandez homer in a 6-3 win over White Sox; Justin Wrobleski throws three perfect innings in an 8-4 victory against the A’s.

Tokyo Series is just a couple of weeks away: How, where to buy Dodgers, Cubs merchandise

A two-game series to start the 2025 Major League Baseball season will pit the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers against the Chicago Cubs. It's set for March 18-19 at the Tokyo Dome, and there's plenty of merchandise to purchase ahead of it.

Sixers waiving David Roddy to create two-way spot for Jalen Hood-Schifino

Hood-Schifino joins point guard Jeff Dowtin Jr. and post player Alex Reese as the Sixers three two-way players. Roddy averaged 6.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 9.7 minutes in three games.

Chicago Loop Alliance expands 2025 programming, as several projects transform downtown

Millennium Park transformed Chicago by bringing more people than ever across the Chicago River to the Loop. Now the Chicago Loop Alliance, also hitting its 20-ye

Chicago Bears to celebrate Women's History Month

In honor of Women’s History Month, the Chicago Bears look forward to celebrating and highlighting the incredible achievements of women across the organization and the sports world.

Chicago Blackhawks exploring ways to trade 5X All-Star: Report

The Chicago Blackhawks enter March with a 17-35-7 record. At the bottom of the Central Division, there is no question the Blackhawks are set to be sellers at the trade deadline on March 7.

ICE arrest of migrant sparks anger protest before violent gang ties exposed

An illegal migrant arrested while dropping students off at a Chicago school sparked outrage but that was before ICE revealed his violent gang ties.

McDonald's celebrating 50-year anniversary of iconic breakfast item with 1-day promotion

Egg prices may remain high nationwide, but those who have a taste for perhaps the most recognizable fast food breakfast item are in luck Sunday thanks to a one-day promotion from Chicago-based McDonald's.