Crime
ICE Still Targeting Chicago Immigrants at Courthouses
A Venezuelan immigrant was arrested outside a South Side courthouse in April 2026, as ICE enforcement quietly continues across Chicago and suburbs.
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Politics Lightfoot's Top Official at Center of City Hall Scandal
Lori Lightfoot's former chief operating officer allegedly used his position to land his son an internship, then steered $10M to that contractor.
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Politics Chicago Woman Shot by Border Patrol to Testify in Congress
Marimar Martinez, shot five times by a Border Patrol agent in Chicago, will testify before the House Homeland Security Committee on April 22.
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Politics Chicago's New Zoning Chair Vows to Clear Backlog Fast
Ald. Gilbert Villegas takes over Chicago's zoning committee, pledging to clear 100+ stalled projects and declare Chicago open for business.
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Politics Paul Goodrich at Center of Chicago Intern Contracting Scandal
Ex-Mayor Lightfoot's chief operating officer Paul Goodrich allegedly secured his son a paid internship and pushed $10M in undeserved taxpayer payments.
Opinion Bears NFL Mock Draft: Miller, McDonald or Parker at No. 25?
The Chicago Bears hold pick No. 25 in the 2026 NFL Draft. Blake Miller, Kayden McDonald, and T.J. Parker are the top projected targets for Ryan Poles.
Politics O'Neill Burke Emails Reveal Federal Alliance Amid ICE Probe
Emails show Cook County State's Attorney O'Neill Burke avoided criticizing Trump to protect federal law enforcement relationships during Operation Midway Blitz.
Politics Bears Meet Hammond Mayor at Proposed Indiana Stadium Site
Bears chairman George McCaskey and CEO Kevin Warren visited Hammond's Lost Marsh site, signaling a cross-state move remains a real option.
Chicagoland Culture
Culture Friko's Sophomore Album 'Something Worth Waiting For'
Chicago indie rock band Friko releases its sophomore album and headlines a sold-out show at Metro in Wrigleyville this weekend.
Eat Pretty Cool Ice Cream Triples Output With New Chicago Facility
Pretty Cool Ice Cream is leaving Logan Square for a 5,000-sq-ft Irving Park warehouse to triple production and launch national shipping by early summer.
Eat Desi Boys Pizza & More Far North Side Dining News
Desi Boys Pizza brings South Asian fusion pies to Edgewater's Broadway corridor, plus late-night Yemeni coffee in Uptown and more Far North Side dining news.
Culture Chloe's Closet Offers Free Prom Wear to Bronzeville Students
Dunbar Vocational teacher Tyesa Walton gives Bronzeville students free formal wear through Chloe's Closet, complete with volunteer stylists called Fairy Godmothers.
Culture 27 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend 2026
From CIVL Fest and Record Store Day to makers markets and the 420 Green Steam Fest, Chicago's weekend calendar is packed with events city-wide.
Culture The Hand & The Eye: Chicago's $50M Magic Theater Opens
The Hand & The Eye opens in Streeterville's McCormick Mansion, offering immersive magic experiences for $225 a ticket across 35,000 square feet.
Culture 18 Ways To Celebrate Earth Day In Chicago
From beach cleanups to a guided foraging walk in Lincoln Park, Chicago parks are hosting Earth Day events across the city this weekend and next.
Culture Everywhere Social Club: Queer Sober Bar Opening in Uptown
Everywhere Social Club, a queer-led sober venue, is opening on an Uptown rooftop this summer with mocktails, yoga, DJ sets, and skyline views.
Culture DePaul Closes Historic Reskin Theatre Amid Budget Crisis
DePaul University will shut down the landmark Merle Reskin Theatre in late May, ending nearly 120 years of theatrical life in downtown Chicago.
Eat Chef Zubair Mohajir Expands Chicago Restaurant Empire
Chef Zubair Mohajir, owner of four Michelin-recognized Chicago restaurants, is opening three more concepts in 2026 by going into business with friends.
Culture White Sox Top Prospects Schultz & Smith Nearing MLB Call-Up
Noah Schultz and Hagen Smith are still at Triple-A Charlotte, but the White Sox plan to call up their top pitching prospects later in 2026.
Eat Labriola Italian Opens in Fulton Market, Replaces Kuma's Corner
Labriola Italian Specialties opens April 22 at 852 W. Fulton Market, replacing Kuma's Corner with regional Italian dishes and Pizza Lobo's third Chicago location.