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Bally's confirms Chicago casino remains on track for early 2027 opening
Bally's Corp. said construction of its permanent Chicago casino is continuing, with the $1.7 billion project still on track to open in early 2027. Chairman Soo Kim and Wanda Wilson, who leads the Ball...
Sep 24, 2026
MLB playoff picture: The White Sox and Cubs could make history this week
The Cubs and White Sox could potentially make Chicago baseball history this week as the MLB playoff picture grows clearer. Both the Cubs and White Sox will have opportunities to clinch playoff spots i...
Sep 24, 2026 Aug 17, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong (4) gestures to the fans after his walk-off two-run home run home run against the Chicago White Sox during the tenth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
Where Illinois schools ranked on US News & World Report's list of 2027 Best Colleges
Two Chicago area schools landed in the top 10 on US News & World Report's ranking of "Best Colleges" in the US for 2027, with several other Illinois universities also ranking high on the list. The...
Sep 23, 2026
One of the final festivals of the season, Clark Street Live this weekend
For two days this fall, Clark Street Live transforms Wrigleyville into a destination for live music, neighborhood bars, local restaurants, and everything that makes the neighborhood one of Chicago's m...
Sep 23, 2026
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
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
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
