In this week’s “Polling Place,” we also asked about Caitlin Clark being left off the U.S. Olympic team and White Sox catcher Martin Maldonado’s massive struggles at the plate.
A bill headed to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s desk would add Duchenne to the state’s newborn screening requirements. Not testing for it at birth means most kids miss out on treatments to live longer, more mobile lives.
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Just because they’re closest to a championship doesn’t mean they’re close.
Patrick Finley and Mark Potash break down Caleb Williams’ summer plans on the day the Bears start their break.
Every member of the 2024 roster has won either an Olympic or World Cup gold medal, with a combined 15 Olympic medals between the 12 players.
Ogle County Sheriff Brian VanVickle said the deputies were shot while responding to a report that someone inside the home was threatening to kill themselves or others. He said the suspect also was shot.
Police say two men opened fire on a 67-year-old food vendor in the 10700 block of South Ewing Avenue about 7:40 p.m. Wednesday and fled into a residence. The vendor was hospitalized in good condition, police said.
Some residents and business owners are happy to see the traffic and noise leave and for the community to regain access to green space. Others are sorry to lose the excitement and crowds.
The Bally’s River West casino effort has been troubled from the start. Public hearings on the matter could be just the thing to find out what’s happening — and how to move forward.
The three were shot just before 2 p.m. Wednesday in the 5900 block of South Western Avenue. They all were hospitalized in good condition.
The Illinois secretary of state’s office launches a mobile unit to bring the services of a brick-and-mortar office closer to workplaces and into communities.
Seoul-based Lotte Hotels & Resorts is holding a grand opening Thursday for L7 Chicago by Lotte, the first L7-branded hotel in the U.S. meant to appeal to younger travelers.
Janet Jackson at the United Center, Wilco at the Salt Shed, the return of Chicago SummerDance and Sundays on State are among the entertainment highlights in the week ahead.
Customers on the North and South sides lost connection Wednesday when a construction crew working for another company accidentally damaged the network, according to Xfinity.
The community-owned store offering locally sourced food and products was 10 years in the making, owners said.
Witnesses at federal court hearings worried that including traffic stops in a consent decree originally issued in 2019 to reform the Chicago Police Department would actually slow attempts to curb the controversial practice.
British costume designer Gabriella Slade won a Tony Award in 2022 for her work.
With the move from Chicago to southwest suburban Bridgeview, Michael Petryshyn a.k.a. “Riot Mike” looks forward to “going somewhere where people want you.”
With words by John Dudley and art by Scott Gray, “Big Shoulders” explores the journeys of several characters in Chicago who have big aspirations. The “urban fantasy” will feature aliens, dragons and immortal beings — but also plenty of Chicago history.
When push comes to shove, Trump is betting critics of his approach will swallow their reservations and turn out for the man who ensured Roe’s demise.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker is expected to sign into law a ban on step therapy and prior authorization for in-patient mental health care.
West, nicknamed “Mr. Clutch” for his late-game exploits as a player, went into the Hall of Fame as a player in 1980 and again as a member of the 1960 U.S. Olympic Team in 2010.
Brian Crowder, a former dean of students at the Greater Lawndale High School for Social Justice, entered a guilty plea Wednesday in a deal with prosecutors, only to ask for a continuance when he learned he would have to register as a sex offender for life.
Tommy Pham could come off the IL Thursday.
Plus: Mayor spared defeat on ethics reform, new stats on CTA ridership and more.
Sony said it will continue to welcome content from all studios and distributors at the dine-in theaters, which includes Alamo’s Wrigleyville location.
The Fed’s latest projections are by no means fixed in time. The policymakers frequently revise their plans for rate cuts — or hikes — depending on how economic growth and inflation evolve over time.
Now it’s Anxiety overwhelming Riley as she turns 13 in one of Disney-Pixar’s greatest adventures
El cofundador del festival, Mike Petryshyn, compartió el anuncio en un video publicado en las redes sociales y en el sitio web del festival el martes por la noche. El nuevo lugar se anunció el miércoles por la mañana junto con el programa de este año.
El alcalde Brandon Johnson y la presidenta del Condado de Cook, Toni Preckwinkle, saludan a los recién llegados a Chicago, que se han instalado en la escuela St. Bartholomew de Portage Park.
The measure would stiffen penalties for lobbyists who contribute to mayoral campaigns in defiance of a 2011 executive order signed by then-Mayor Rahm Emanuel. In other action, after vigorous debate, the Council approved a “quiet zone” around a West Loop abortion clinic.
Couple considers leaving longtime hometown, and all the friends and neighbors there, to be more involved with their children and grandchildren.
It takes a village to develop a quarterback. The Bears spent the last seven weeks trying to ensure Williams didn’t feel he was getting advice from every single villager.
The 23-year-old Shannon was accused of committing sexual assault last September while visiting Kansas for a football game between the Illini and the Jayhawks.
The Cubs sunk to a 13-15 record in an MLB-leading 28 one-run games.
After three tumultuous years as AD, Gragg’s primary responsibilities will lie in the expansive, ever-evolving realm of NIL, with a focus on fundraising.
Lee catches Garrett Crochet in his third game of Mariners series behind the plate.
He’s aware of trade rumors, says an extension hasn’t been discussed with the Sox.
The former Sun-Times and Tribune sportswriter died Wednesday at 72.
Three women and a man were shot at 119th Street and Michigan Avenue in West Pullman about 6:30 p.m. Thursday.