Robert Lewandowski agrees Chicago Fire move

Anthony Michael Hall Says John Hughes Considered Reuniting ‘The Breakfast Club’ in Their 30s

Anthony Michael Hall says John Hughes once considered bringing the five central characters from The Breakfast Club back ...

Listen To Phoebe Bridgers’ New Album ‘Field Trip Style’ At The Adler Planetarium

The indie singer-songwriter announced listening parties at planetariums worldwide that will play her new album "Lost Weekend" ...

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Chicago to host parties for Premier League squads Aston Villa, Nottingham Forest

The 2026 FIFA World Cup might be over, but fans still afflicted with soccer fever will be able to celebrate at Premier League ...

Despite disinvestment, a longtime West Sider has stayed put with the help of block clubs

Longtime residents of West Garfield Park say a drop in homeowners in the neighborhood has made block clubs all the more ...

Meet Christian Mitchell, Gov. Pritzker’s South Side Running Mate Whose Political Star Is Rising

The elder millennial and self-professed nerd has spent years building a reputation in Springfield as a thoughtful policy wonk. Now he's running to be Pritzker's second-in-command.

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Berwyn Eagles Club has a new owner. What does that mean for Chicago wrestling?

Months after the storied wrestling venue stopped hosting matches, the Berwyn Eagles Club has a new owner. The property at 6309 W. 26th St. in Berwyn has been sold to the neighboring Berwyn Auto Spa, ...

Berwyn Eagles Club has a new owner. What does that mean for Chicago wrestling?

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Suspect causes damage at Loop nightclub during break-in, Chicago police say

A suspect caused damage at Era Social Club near Clark and Van Buren streets in the Loop during a nightclub break-in Sunday, Chicago police said. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago police are investigating a ...

Robert Lewandowski agrees Chicago Fire move

It is clear that Barcelona’s pursuit of Julian Alvarez is not going anywhere. Atletico Madrid remain stubborn as ever and do not want to sell their star player to a direct rival.With Alvarez set to ..

Robert Lewandowski agrees to Chicago Fire move, will sign two-year deal with MLS club

The legendary striker is a free agent after leaving Barcelona. Sergei Gapon / AFP via Getty Images Poland international striker Robert Lewandowski has agreed to a deal with the Chicago Fire and will ...

America 250: The original ‘hackers’: How a model railroad club helped shape computer culture

As the United States marks its 250th anniversary, WTOP presents “250 Years of America,” a multipart series examining the innovations, breakthroughs and pivotal moments that have shaped the nation ...

Robert Lewandowski visiting Chicago Fire as talks continue over possible MLS move

The 37-year-old striker is a free agent after leaving Barcelona. Alex Caparros / Getty Images Robert Lewandowski is visiting Chicago this weekend as he remains in serious talks with the Fire, sources ...

K9 demonstrations fascinate attendees at Glenview National Night Out police and community event

Glenview held its National Night Out event Aug. 4, and K9 demonstrations were popular at the police-community event.

Today In Culture, Friday, August 7, 2026: The Wisconsin-Umbrian Art Program | The First Lady Of Chicago Jazz | The Charli XCX Birthday Cake

Get Chicago & Great Lakes culture news sent to your inbox every weekday morning. Subscribe to Newcity Today here. ART. Wisconsin-Umbrian Exhibition Program Launches With Kay Rosen ...

WGN Radio’s Book Club: July-August edition

Dare we say it, but summer is almost over and it will soon be back-to-school season. But there’s still time for a good read. Here are some suggestions from our WGN Radio Book Club members: ...

When Morocco handed America its bank fugitive without an extradition treaty

In 1906, wanted Chicago banker Paul O. Stensland fled to Tangier, where the absence of a Morocco-US extradition treaty ...

Why thousands of library books are stuck in limbo across Chicago

A staffing shortage has left thousands of books backed up across Chicago Public Library branches, delaying holds, frustrating patrons and creating a growing challenge for library workers trying to ...

27 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Bud Billiken Parade, Market Days, Cat Tour And More

Get the lowdown on cultural events in every neighborhood — new bands, cool galleries, show-stopping performances, ...

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What to do in Chicago: The Bud Billiken Parade, Foo Fighters and a busy Ravinia weekend

Also around the area this weekend, Cedric the Entertainer overlaps with the Windy City Comedy Fest and Northalsted Market ...

110,000 Books Pile Up in Chicago Libraries as Driver Shortage Drags On

Thousands of returned books have been stacking up on the floors of Chicago Public Library branches for months, with more than ...

Thousands Of Books Are Piling Up In Chicago Libraries Due To Staffing Shortage

The backlog has librarians scrambling to find space and keep track of books in the system. Library workers say it's a ripple ...

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Frances Perkins: The Architect of Social Security

In her words, Frances Perkins, the first woman cabinet secretary, ‘came to Washington to work for God, FDR, and the millions ...

Wisconsin artist making enormous gift to Sheboygan arts center

Michelle Grabner is donating more than 2,000 of her artworks to the John Michael Kohler Arts Center in Sheboygan.

Plumbing Contractor Cites $3.9M in Losses Tied to Obama Presidential Center Project

While project stakeholders maintain that closeout on a development of this scale can take months, and in some cases years, ...