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Chicago Teachers Union Endorses Johnson
(CHICAGO) -- The Chicago Teachers Union on Tuesday threw its support behind Mayor Brandon Johnson for re-election. "CTU members are extremely excited to back Mayor Johnson for re-election. This electi...
Sep 23, 2026
Windy City Smokeout releases 2027 headliner lineup, including Florida Georgia Line, Megan Moroney
Windy City Smokeout organizers Monday announced the headliners for next year's festival at the United Center. Florida Georgia Line, Megan Moroney, Riley Green and Tucker Wetmore will take the stage. T...
Sep 22, 2026
Caleb Williams did not suffer major hamstring injury, not ruled out for Week 3
There's more positive news on the injury front for Bears quarterback Caleb Williams. According to Tom Pelissero of Netflix, Williams did not suffer a major injury to his hamstring during Sunday's loss...
Sep 22, 2026 Sep 20, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) is helped off the field with an apparent injury against the Minnesota Vikings during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
Man in Delphi Double Murder Case to Appeal
(Delphi, Indiana) -- A man serving 130 years in prison for killing two teen girls in Indiana is asking an appeals court to overturn his convictions, saying that he confessed while he was having a psyc...
Sep 21, 2026
Toys 'R' Us to open 120 new US stores this holiday season
Toys "R" Us is expanding its U.S. retail footprint with 120 new standalone stores set to open across the country this holiday season, nearly a decade after the toy retailer filed for bankruptcy and cl...
Sep 21, 2026
Bears' Caleb Williams leaves on cart after injuring hamstring
Bears quarterback Caleb Williams will undergo tests Monday to determine the severity of the right hamstring injury he sustained against the Vikings. "We'll know tomorrow," Bears coach Ben Johnson said...
Sep 21, 2026 Sep 20, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) is helped off the field with an apparent injury against the Minnesota Vikings during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
Busy Boat Ramp on Chain Reopens
(Springfield, IL) -- The popular Maple Grove boat launch at Chain o' Lakes State Park in McHenry County has reopened to the public following a $3 million improvement project that incorporates numerous...
Sep 18, 2026
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Sep 17, 2026
2 Illinois eateries make New York Times list of America's best restaurants
Two Illinois restaurants were named to the New York Times' restaurant list for 2026. The publication announced its coveted list, naming the 50 top restaurants in the country, with one Chicago eatery a...
Sep 17, 2026
This Chicago neighborhood was just named one of the world's coolest, ranking higher than places in New York, Paris and Amsterdam
There's no denying that West Town is having a moment-that's why our team at Time Out has named it the coolest neighborhood in Chicago and the No. 18 coolest neighborhood in the world. Time Out editors...
Sep 17, 2026
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From new cars to classic cars, from racing to technology, the DriveChicago radio show delivers a lively and frank discussion of everything automotive. DriveChicago delivers dynamic coverage of the automotive industry including new-vehicle reviews, in-dept...
