Democrats are deeply focused on Wisconsin and Michigan to help bolster President Joe Biden’s re-election chances — and officials, in town for meetings hosted by the Democratic National Convention Committee, say they plan on showing voters a deep party contrast.

By Tina Sfondeles

Marijuana

4/20 is Saturday. Here's what you need to know for weed's 'high' holiday.

Read on to find out about how 4/20 came about, some frequently asked questions about Delta-8 weed alternative and a weed syndrome that causes vomiting, and some events that fall on the high holiday.

By David Struett

Cubs

Opening game of Cubs and Marlins series postponed, split doubleheader scheduled for Saturday

The Cubs are now scheduled to open a seven-game homestand Friday.

By Maddie Lee

City officials were warned of possible dangers months before the botched implosion of the Crawford smokestack in the 3500 block of South Pulaski Road in 2020.

La Voz Chicago

La funcionaria que supervisó la implosión en La Villita recibe la aprobación para liderar el Departamento de Edificios

Marlene Hopkins debería haber sido sancionada por su papel en la supervisión de la demolición fallida por Hilco de la antigua planta eléctrica Crawford en 2020, según un reporte de un organismo de control. El miércoles, casi dos docenas de concejales elogiaron a la nueva jefa del Departamento de Edificios.

By Brett Chase

La Voz Chicago

Apollo's 2000 de La Villita es declarado monumento histórico

Sus propietarios, Javier y Lidia Galindo, llevan más de 35 años al frente del Apollo’s 2000. Ahora, están listos para que el local entre en su próxima era como monumento histórico de la ciudad.

By Abby Miller