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Austin nonprofit buys Frank Lloyd Wright's J.J. Walser House
A West Side Chicago nonprofit, Austin Coming Together, purchased a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed home for just $125,000.
Soil testing begins for Bronzeville Trail elevated bike path construction
Environmental soil testing has just begun for Chicago's Bronzeville Trail, a project estimated to cost $100 million and not expected to be fully completed until 2033, according to Block Club Chicago a
Jacksonville named Florida's best-run city in new study
Jacksonville, Florida, just secured the 18th spot nationally in WalletHub's 2026 'best-run cities' study, making it the highest-ranked city in the Sunshine State, according to the Sarasota Herald-Trib
City Acquires Greyhound Station for $19.2 Million
With a 38-10 vote, Chicago aldermen approved a $19.
Springfield: Ohio's Rising Value City for 2026
A single data center investment in Springfield, Ohio, is bringing $1.
WalletHub Ranks Cities on Government Efficiency
Provo, Utah, a city often overshadowed by its larger neighbors, has been ranked the best-run city in the U.
Chicago braces for severe weather after strong tornadoes hit Illinois
Over 150,000 customers across northern and central Illinois and northwest Indiana lost power on June 11, 2026, after severe storms swept through the region.
Joabe Barbosa Runs Every Block of Chicago in Historic Feat
After nearly two years and over 4,000 miles, 25-year-old Joabe Bayer Barbosa has become the first person known to have run every single street in Chicago, according to Block Club Chicago .
City crews tackle storm damage, power restoration ongoing
In Rocky Point, the local fire department was swamped, responding to 17 alarms in just over an hour on Thursday night.
Suburban Cook County sees 19 West Nile virus cases
This year, 56% of mosquito pools tested in suburban Cook County during the week ending August 30 contained West Nile virus, an alarming prevalence even before the first human death was confirmed.
Confirmed Tornadoes Hit Chicago Area Amid Powerful Storms
At 5:50 p.m. on Thursday, a tornado with 170 mph winds ripped through Streator, Illinois. This was just the beginning. The evening saw at least 10 confirmed tornadoes across Illinois, Indiana, and Wis
Chicago weathered severe storms causing widespread wind damage Wednesday.
Wind gusts reaching 72.
Medellín Crowned World Culinary Capital, Poised for Uplift
On October 27, 2024, Medellín, Colombia, officially surpassed culinary titans like Kyoto and Lyon to be crowned the World Culinary Capital 2026.
Death of a Salesman Wins Best Play Revival at 2026 Tonys
Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman,” a play first staged in 1949, secured six Tony Awards in 2026, including Best Revival of a Play.
Chicago Bears Board Votes to Advance Hammond, Indiana Stadium Project
Just over a year after spending $197.
Driver Crashes Into Chicago Dunkin', Forcing Temporary Closure
On a Thursday morning in Chicago's Dunning neighborhood, a 32-year-old woman's attempt to park her Jeep Wrangler ended with the vehicle crashing directly through the window of a Dunkin'.
LA delays 2026 building code changes amid housing debate
Los Angeles recently delayed a state housing mandate, sparking a direct conflict between state and local control over urban development.
Chicago YMCAs Offer Free Summer Memberships to Teens
Seven YMCA locations across Chicago are now offering free summer memberships to teens aged 12 to 18, providing a critical resource through the end of August.
Pritzker leaders adjourn without Bears stadium deal
At 3:30 a.m. Monday morning, the Illinois Senate approved a last-ditch stadium measure. However, the House had already adjourned, effectively killing a deal to keep the Chicago Bears in the state, acc
Parisian chairs debut at Buckingham Fountain with Lollapalooza's $30,000 aid
Chicago's new Parisian-inspired chairs at Buckingham Fountain come with a surprising price tag: approximately $545 per seat, according to NBC 5 Chicago .
Pabst Brewing Company Ends Schlitz Beer Sales in Chicago
On Monday, May 25, 2026, Friends of Friends bar in Chicago held a 'Schlitz funeral' event, offering 86-cent drafts to mourn the end of an era.
Pokémon Fossil Museum exhibition opening dates conflict at Field
The Field Museum's website crashed last week as eager fans swarmed to book tickets for its new Pokémon Fossil Museum exhibition.
Chicago Fire Department Engineer Steven M. Decker Dies at 61
A 61-year-old Chicago Fire Department engineer, with nearly 30 years of service, suffered a fatal medical emergency during an annual equipment test on the city's Far North Side.
Chicago cyclists' silent ride demands safety, justice
On Wednesday, May 20, 2026, hundreds of cyclists rode silently through Chicago.
Payton Prep limits graduation tickets, leaving families scrambling
Just four days before their graduation ceremony, students at Walter Payton College Preparatory High School learned their families would receive fewer tickets than promised.
Blumey Awards: North Lincoln High's 'Pippin' Win Disputed
Reports on North Lincoln High School's Tier 2 Best Musical win for 'Pippin' at the Blumey Awards are conflicting, with another outlet attributing their victory to 'Hadestown: Teen Edition'.
Atlanta Leads US Cities for Starting a Career
Atlanta, Georgia, scored an impressive 71.
Atlanta named best summer travel spot
The Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta Metro Area, long recognized for its corporate presence, has surprisingly secured the top position as the nation's premier summer travel destination for 2026.
New Braunfels Council Fires City Attorney Over Election Misstep
In a contentious 4-3 vote, the New Braunfels City Council fired City Attorney Valeria Acevedo, just weeks after a legal misstep she was blamed for overturned the city's mayoral election results.
Raleigh Ranks Among Top 10 US Cities for New College Graduates
Despite local claims of being #1, Raleigh, North Carolina, is now consistently outranked by cities like Birmingham, Alabama, and Tampa, Florida, as the premier destination for new college graduates se