Illinois is hosting a state flag design contest. That’s because the Illinois flag is forgettable at best, according to “Good... more

The “Starbucks effect” is when property and home values rise after the second-largest restaurant chain in the world opens a... more

On Thursday, the city will release more information about efforts to combine Chicago’s existing homeless shelter system with the system... more

Chicago’s Greyhound bus terminal could close as early as this week, despite transit advocates pushing the city to save the... more

In August, Mayor Brandon Johnson announced a 2025 budget gap of $985 million dollars. He said Chicago would have to... more

All summer long we have been telling you to buy local: in our walking guides, at farmers markets, and street... more

We’ve talked wine, we’ve talked beer — now it’s time to talk about the best cocktails in Chicago. From unique... more

Paul La Schiazza, the former head of AT&T Illinois, is expected to be in court this morning for the start... more

On paper, Chicago has strong protections for renters if landlords fail to maintain proper living conditions. Tenants can withhold rent,... more

Earlier this week, four people were gunned down while sleeping on a Blue Line train en route to Forest Park.... more