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Mayor Brandon Johnson has called on (CPS) CEO Pedro Martinez to resign. School closures and budget deficit The decision comes after weeks of speculation about conflicting interests between the former Chicago Teacher...
Usually, when we’re laughing with Dunkin', Ben Affleck is involved. It's either him spilling his Dunkin' coffee, him smoking with Dunkin’, or him, Matt Damon, and JLo singing about Dunkin' coffee. Ben Affleck just seems...
The biggest night in television turned out to be an even bigger night for Chicago as Windy-City-based series “The Bear” took home a historic 11 Emmys Sunday night. The hit show broke the record for most Emmys receive...
The City of has announced a citywide hiring freeze to address the $222.9 million budget deficit projected for the 2024 fiscal year (FY2024). The mayor’s office announced it will also implement restrictions on travel ex...
The (AIC) has received a record $75 million donation to finance a new gallery building on its campus. The gift comes from art collector Aaron I. Fleishman and author Lin Lougheed, the donation is the largest singular n...
Chicago’s largest rock music festival, is back this weekend at North Lawndale's Douglass Park, following months of uncertainty and location changes. This year’s lineup features big name acts including Fall Out Boy, St....
We're sure you've heard of The Offspring or at least have belted out the lyrics "When you walk away, nothing more to say; See the lightning in your eyes; See 'em running for their lives" at some point in your life. The...
has once again recognized the Windy City’s thriving culinary scene, adding three new restaurants to its Chicago Guide for 2024. First on the list is Anelya, a Ukrainian-inspired restaurant in Avondale. Joining Anely...
Mexican Independence Day in Chicago is Sunday, 15, and parades, festivals, and street closures are scheduled across the city throughout the weekend. Here’s everything to know ahead of the holiday! Mexican Independence...
Your morning coffee and late night snack runs just got a lot easier! will reopen several of its Chicago locations, months after the convenience grocer filed for bankruptcy and shuttered stores nationwide. According...