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Blackhawks Should Kick the Tires on an Under-Appreciated Scorer

One of the greatest knocks on Chicago Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson thus far is his lack of executing on impact trades. The team has taken on cap dumps and used the draft capital to improve ...

How the Bears' Secondary Talent Justifies the Defensive Line's Lack of Investment

The Bears didn't do anything to improve their pass-rush but they might be able to get away with it thanks to the talent in their secondary.

How much will Illinois’ gas tax increase on July 1?

Illinois' state tax on motor fuel is set to increase again on July 1, as prices around the nation have soared due to the war ...

Westland man who built basement bomb to help ISIS, sentenced to prison

He downloaded a video that provided step-by-step instructions on the manufacture of an improvised explosive device (IED) ...

City Council committee could delay tipped minimum wage increase with new ordinance

The City Council's workforce development committee is expected to vote on an ordinance Tuesday that would delay a raise for ...

Former CPD officers: Police officers respond to crises regularly. The stress they suffer endangers them.

We must make it easier for police officers to reach someone who understands the job before the weight of their work becomes ...

Veteran facing foreclosure after property tax glitch — now an influencer is helping him raise the funds to save it

“He put his life on the line for this country," Samuel Weidenhofer said of Letouer Turner ...

Parents trust report cards more than test scores, with consequences for kids

The Hechinger Report reports that parents trust report cards over test scores, risking underinvestment in children’s ...

Cubs Connected to Potential $56 Million Trade Amid Injury Woes

The Chicago Cubs have remained one of the most active teams in ongoing trade discussions, particularly after the setback ...

2026 NBA Draft: Winners, losers from combine measurements, notable numbers

Check out the most notable measurements from the 2026 NBA Draft Combine as prospects prepare for the next level.

The Chicago Blackhawks Have the No. 4 Pick, What Now?

The Chicago Blackhawks own the fourth overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. Here's what they can do moving forward to improve ...

Chicago Loop Synagogue leader hopeful about future, despite dropping attendance and broken boiler

The Chicago Loop Synagogue holds a special place in the Jewish community. For almost 100 years, it's where the faithful went ...

Yankees call up Anthony Volpe a week after demoting former starting shortstop

BALTIMORE - In a startling reversal of fortunes for a former franchise stalwart, the New York Yankees promoted shortstop ...

7 Bears Entering Contract Years Who Won't Survive the 2027 Cap

With a Caleb Williams extension looming, Ryan Poles faces a 2027 roster purge. From Braxton Jones to Tyrique Stevenson, who stays and who goes next offseason?

Walgreens Buyout Stokes Fears Over Chicago Pharmacy Access

Chicago is already feeling the local fallout from Walgreens' shift into private equity ownership. The company has begun ...

Chicago Bears 53-Man Roster Projection: Will UDFA Start? Who is RB3?

An early look at how the Chicago Bears' 53-man roster is projecting coming out of rookie minicamp, with a UDFA in line to win ...

Munetaka Murakami powers White Sox into clash vs. Royals

After earning their third series victory in the past four, the Chicago White Sox are eager to take on the visiting Kansas City Royals in the opener of a three-game set on Tuesday night.

City Council committee could delay tipped minimum wage increase with new ordinance

The City Council's workforce development committee is expected to vote on an ordinance Tuesday that would delay a raise for ...

Former CPD officers: Police officers respond to crises regularly. The stress they suffer endangers them.

We must make it easier for police officers to reach someone who understands the job before the weight of their work becomes ...

As Trump goes to China, what do Americans say about tariffs, Iran and world standing?

Most Americans see China as one of the United States' biggest rivals or adversaries, but largely as an economic threat, ...

‘Die-80': Life and death near southwest suburbs' booming warehouse hub

Every day, 20,000 semi-trucks roll in and out of the sprawling warehouse complexes along Interstate 80, supporting the rise ...

Route 66 paved way for Arkansans fleeing poverty — or just getting their kicks

Route 66, which turns 100 years old this year, missed Arkansas' northwest corner by about 23 miles. But much of Arkansas' ...

‘Fake, Fake, Fake’: Regulators sue company behind fake home repair businesses exposed by KARE 11 investigation

Lawsuits allege an elaborate scheme used fake local businesses and deceptive online listings targeting homeowners nationwide.

Noon Business Lunch 5/11/26: Record household debt, AI windfalls, Chicago spending squeeze

Ilyce Glink, owner of Think Glink Media, joins John Williams to discuss rising household debt, climbing FHA mortgage ...