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South Side chef killed in Back of the Yards mass shooting
Isaac 'Wavy' Bradley, a 44-year-old chef who enriched Chicago's South Side with his culinary skills, was one of two men killed and five others injured in a mass shooting early Friday in the Back of th
Chicago LGBTQ+ organizations seek ongoing support
Howard Brown Health, just one of Chicago's many LGBTQ+ support organizations, serves over 40,000 individuals annually with care ranging from primary medical to youth and elder support.
Foster Beach parking restrictions begin June 4, 2026
More than 50 people were arrested following a 'teen takeover' at 57th Street Beach late last month, setting a clear precedent for Chicago's current preventative measures.
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'.
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.
Old Town Pour House Reopens in The Loop This Summer
Get ready, Loop! Old Town Pour House is opening a sprawling 6,206-square-foot location by July, ready to host over 300 guests at 120 N. LaSalle St., taking over the former City Social space ( Block Cl
Spencer Leak Jr., Funeral Home VP, Dies Suddenly
Spencer Leak Jr., vice president of the iconic Leak and Sons Funeral Homes, died suddenly at just 56 years old. His unexpected passing leaves a significant void in Chicago's community leadership, abru
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 .
Edgewater Street Renamed Lori Cannon Way Honoring LGBTQ+ Activist
On what would have been her 75th birthday, over 200 people gathered in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood to rename a block of North Broadway after Lori Cannon, the late HIV/AIDS and LGBTQ+ activist.
Chicago Air Quality Unhealthy Through Thursday Morning
As of mid-afternoon on Monday, July 14th, Chicago's air quality index value hit 137, signaling unhealthy conditions.
Cortland Street Bridge Rehab: Pedestrian, Cyclist Access Issues
Just weeks after the Cortland Street Bridge closed to vehicles, Alderman Waguespack was already pleading with city officials for "expedited traffic congestion mitigation assistance.
Mount Greenwood store faces copyright claims over firefighter swag
Over 2,000 Chicago residents have signed a petition supporting Shrader's Goods, a Mount Greenwood business, after the City of Chicago issued a cease-and-desist order.
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.
New Guide Reveals Chicago's Expanding 2026 Ice Cream Scene
Chicago's ice cream scene is expansive.
Chicago's 60+ Rooftop Bars Lounges Restaurants Guide for 2026
This spring, Chicagoans can choose from over 60 mapped rooftop bars and restaurants, according to Block Club Chicago , with two new Italian-inspired destinations just opening in Streeterville alone.
Discover Chicago patios and beer gardens this summer.
One Chicago beer garden serves a 96-ounce copper mug giant mule, while another boasts 56 different beers on tap.
Kaytranada and Monica Close Forever Mine Fest with R&B and House
Before performing her headlining set at the inaugural Forever Mine festival, R&B icon Monica shared with the crowd that doctors could do nothing further for her gravely ill father.
Forever Mine Fest Chicago Brings Y2K R&B Legends to Union Park
Nearly 20,000 fans flocked to Union Park over Memorial Day weekend for the inaugural Forever Mine Festival, proving a massive appetite for 2000s R&B and house music.
Chicago shootings overnight injure multiple people across city
In a grim discovery early Sunday, 18-year-old Cristian Jose Rojas Barrios was found shot in the chest and leg, hands tied behind his back, in a Chicago bathtub.
J Balvin Kicks Off Sueños Music Festival 2026 in Chicago
Amidst the pulsating beats of J Balvin's headlining set at Sueños Festival, the global superstar paused to speak on mental health and acknowledge immigrants, transforming a party into a powerful cultu
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.
Robin decline impacts Chicago's ecosystem & human well-being
In 2024, the relative abundance of robins in Illinois plummeted to its lowest point since 1984, according to the Chicago Sun-Times and wbez .
Community fights industrial park plan for Ford City Mall
On Chicago's Southwest Side, the Ford City Mall, plagued by a staggering 54 percent vacancy rate, must close by June 22.
Gun shop stays open despite federal violations
A gun allegedly used to kill a Chicago police officer came from a Range USA store in Merrillville, Indiana.
Chicago cyclists' silent ride demands safety, justice
On Wednesday, May 20, 2026, hundreds of cyclists rode silently through Chicago.
Chicago Council Approves Native Plant Rules, 10-Inch Limit Near Sidewalks
Chicago's new native plant rule has everyone talking!
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.