Category Archives: WLS-AM 890 Local News
Chicago named Condé Nast Traveler's best big city for 10th year
Chicago has earned a familiar honor once again, marking an impressive 10-year run, and it's a distinction many residents won't find surprising. Chicago was once again named the Best Big City in the U....
Oct 7, 2026
Durty Nellie's closes after 54 years in Palatine
The iconic Irish pub and concert venue Durty Nellie's has closed after 54 years in the northwest suburbs. For generations of suburban music fans, Durty Nellie's offered something increasingly hard to ...
Oct 6, 2026
White Sox one win away from ALCS, could clinch at home for first time in 120 years
The Chicago White Sox bullpen once again held strong and the team's offense did just enough in a 4-3 win over the Cleveland Guardians on Monday. The victory leaves the White Sox one win away from adva...
Oct 6, 2026 Oct 5, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Chicago White Sox first baseman Munetaka Murakami (5) high-fives teammates after defeating the Cleveland Guardians in game two of the ALDS for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
The Open Golf Tournament 2026 - Photo Gallery
Thank You for an Incredible Day! A huge thank you to everyone who made The Open Golf Tournament such a memorable event! We'd like to extend our sincere appreciation to all of the participants and spon...
Oct 5, 2026
Dennis Hastert Dead at 84
(Kendall County, IL) -- Former U.S. House Speaker and longtime Illinois congressman Dennis Hastert passed away over the weekend. He was 84. The Kendall County Coroner's Office confirmed Hastert died o...
Oct 5, 2026
White Sox-Guardians AL Division Series begins Saturday
Thirteen games across four nail-biting series weren't enough. The Guardians and White Sox will meet again, and the stakes are higher than ever. The White Sox beat the Astros, 7-3, in Game 2 of the AL ...
Oct 2, 2026 Sep 30, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Chicago White Sox second baseman Chase Meidroth (10) rounds the bases after hitting a three-run home run against the Houston Astros in the sixth inning during game two of the Wildcard round for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
Bears Minority Owner, NFL Commish, Meet with Pritzker
(CHICAGO) -- A minority owner of the Chicago Bears and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell met with Gov. JB Pritzker and top legislative leaders on Thursday. The meeting comes as the Bears continue to expl...
Oct 2, 2026
Chicago accepting nominations for official Christmas tree to light up Millennium Park
You may be able to help spread some holiday cheer. The city of Chicago is searching for this year's Christmas tree. You can apply if you have a tree at least 45 feet tall and it's located within 50 mi...
Oct 2, 2026
Chicago Fire FC sharing look at luxury amenities coming to brand new stadium in South Loop
Chicago Fire FC on Wednesday unveiled three premium club spaces planned for its new stadium, offering a first look at some of the venue's most exclusive amenities as construction continues to progress...
Oct 1, 2026
White Sox beat Astros to advance in playoffs, while Cubs lose to Padres and bow out
The wildcard playoff series for both the Chicago White Sox and Cubs had some historical resonance this year - the Sox took on the same club they faced in the 2005 World Series, while the Cubs took on ...
Oct 1, 2026 Sep 30, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Chicago White Sox second baseman Chase Meidroth (10) rounds the bases after hitting a three-run home run against the Houston Astros in the sixth inning during game two of the Wildcard round for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
