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An ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak is shifting consumer shopping patterns and forcing menu adjustments across local food markets and restaurants.
Seven Chicago Save A Lot grocery stores have permanently shuttered on the South and West sides, leaving residents without access to local food options.
Missing Jordanian soccer player, once searched by Rice police and the FBI, is now confirmed found in Chicago.
Former President Barack Obama made an unannounced appearance at a WNBA All-Star practice session held at his Presidential Center in Chicago.
A cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to gastrointestinal illness is prompting restaurant closures and increased monitoring across multiple states.
The Illinois Tollway is proposing a record-breaking rate increase to fund a multi-billion dollar road improvement initiative.
The Boston Red Sox face travel disruptions causing significant delays before their series opener against the New York Mets.
Chicago's summer festival season is in full swing as major city events draw crowds this weekend.
State and local governments are moving to block public employees from using nonpublic information to bet on election outcomes via prediction markets.
A new industry report identifies Chicago as the leading US city for bedbug activity, highlighting rising concerns across multiple metropolitan areas.
The Boston Red Sox secured a victory against the New York Mets following a travel delay caused by aircraft issues in Chicago.
George E. Johnson, the founder of Johnson Products Company and a trailblazing entrepreneur in the Black hair-care industry, has died at 99.
Fourth of July celebrations disrupt Delta flight landing in Chicago after firework strike
A Delta Air Lines flight was struck by a firework while landing at Chicago's Midway International Airport on July 4.
CM Punk’s surprise return to WWE Raw ends in a title win, reigniting wrestling’s biggest rivalry in years
US wheat production faces 150-year low as market volatility and trade speculation intensify
Chicago and Cook County raise minimum wage July 1, 2026—while tipped workers wait for their hike.
United Airlines and the City of Chicago are moving forward with a significant expansion project at O’Hare International Airport.
A 33-year-old delivery driver is in custody following a fatal shooting at an Amazon Fulfillment Center in Matteson.
Rap legend Twista’s legal troubles escalate as guilty plea to $440K tax debt sparks media frenzy.
Violence at Amazon fulfillment center sparks lockdown, police identify suspect in fatal shooting
Singer Lionel Richie has postponed upcoming tour dates following a medical incident that forced an early end to his performance in Minnesota.
The fifth and final season of the FX dramedy 'The Bear' premieres, concluding the story of Carmy's recent professional decisions.