Dolly Parton's Chicago Connections, From 'Straight Talk' To The Imagination Library

Parton starred in the movie "Straight Talk," released in the spring of 1992.

Obituary: Joan T. Vaughan

Her formative years were spent on Seely Ave in Beverly surrounded by a large loving family.

Chicago Cubs Superfan Known As "The Pink Hat Guy" Dies At 81

He told CBS News Chicago he spent so many days at Wrigley Field in the '90s, his wife started wondering if that was where he really was.

Tributes Pour In For Late Comedian, Chicago Area Native Tom Dreesen

Tom Dreesen, a Harvey native, became one of America's most recognizable stand-up comics.

Stacey King, Longtime Bulls Broadcaster Who Played On 3 NBA Championship Teams, Dies At 59

King played on three consecutive NBA championship teams with the Bulls before returning as a fan-favorite broadcaster.

Obituary: Mary Theresa Abbott

Longtime member of St. Bede The Venerable Parish, Mary was the matriarch of her family, and faith was the cornerstone of her life.

'Cheezborger' Legend Behind Chicago's Billy Goat Tavern Dies at 91

Sam Sianis helped preserve the Billy Goat Tavern’s place in Chicago culture, immortalized by "Saturday Night Live."

Chicago Students Hold Fundraiser For Families Of Fallen Officer Bartholomew, Firefighter Altman

Cars were lined up outside St. Patrick High School, where the coffee drive was held.

Obituary: Charles F. Bernardy

Charles, a union truck driver for many years was a member of Teamsters Local 705.

Memorial Held For Adam Toledo 5 Years After He Was Shot And Killed By CPD Officer

The family dubbed the event Toledo's "angelversary." It was behind Farragut Career Academy IB World High School, 2345 S. Christiana Ave.

Chicago's Saint Ignatius College Prep Holds Memorial For Jimmy Gracey, Who Died In Spain Last Week

Saint Ignatius College Prep on Chicago's Near West Side honored James "Jimmy" Gracey, 20, whose body was found in the sea near Barcelona.

Former Presidents Set To Speak During Final Public Tribute To The Late Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.

Former Presidents Barack Obama, Bill Clinton and Joe Biden drew applause as they joined mourners Friday in Chicago.

Memorial Services For Rev. Jesse Jackson Begin At Chicago Headquarters Of His Civil Rights Organization

Cross-country memorial services for Jackson began this morning at the headquarters for the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition in Chicago.

Memorial Services For Rev. Jesse Jackson Expanded To Include Chicago, South Carolina, Washington, DC

Jackson, who died at 84, will lie in repose next week at the Chicago headquarters of his Rainbow PUSH Coalition.

Obituary: Kenneth Grudis

He was a retired boilermaker from Local 1 of Chicago with 30 years of service, and a proud 70 year union member.

Chicagoans Remember Rev. Jesse Jackson For His Impact In Push For Civil Rights

Across the globe, Jackson is being remembered, and in Chicago, where Jackson and his family were anchored, the loss is truly felt.

Rev. Jesse Jackson, Who Led The Civil Rights Movement For Decades After King, Has Died At 84

"Our father was a servant leader — not only to our family, but to the oppressed, the voiceless, and the overlooked around the world."

Obituary: Donald Wayne Brown

He carried a spirited outlook on life, approaching each day with energy and determination.

Kristen Pierce-Sherrod, CEO Of Harold's Chicken And Daughter Of Founder Harold Pierce, Dies

The website says Harold's Chicken was founded in 1950 as a small restaurant by Harold Pierce and his wife, Hilda, on Chicago's 39th Street.

Obituary: Robert Erwin Borgstrom

Robert Erwin Borgstrom, 89, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2025.

Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, Loyola Chicago's Beloved Chaplain, Dies At 106

Sister Jean gained fame during the 2018 NCAA Tournament, but had been a beloved figure on the Loyola campus for decades.

Fallen Chicago Police Officer Krystal Rivera Added To Gold Star Memorial Wall

The Chicago Police Department paused to reflect on men and women killed serving and protecting the city, including Officer Krystal Rivera.

Obituary: Patrick Prignano

He will be remembered, above all, as a sainted husband and noble father.

Visitation and Funeral Arrangements Announced For Fallen Chicago Police Officer Krystal Rivera

Visitation will take place Tuesday, June 24, with a funeral service planned for Wednesday, June 25 on Chicago's Northwest Side.

Obituary: Kyla Lenoir

Her legacy of love, creativity, and faith will continue to inspire all who had the privilege of being in her life.

Remembering George Wendt, Who Grew Up In Chicago's Beverly Neighborhood And Trained At The Second City

Born Oct. 17, 1948, Wendt grew up in the South Side's Beverly neighborhood — at 92nd Street and Bell Avenue.

Obituary: Paul J. Buscemi

His life serves as a reminder of the power of service, the importance of love, and the joy found in everyday moments.

Chicago Cardinal Blase Cupich Leads Memorial Mass Honoring Pope Francis

Hundreds of Catholics, along with interfaith and religious leaders, gathered for the mass honoring the late pontiff.

Fallen Chicago Police Officer Enrique Martinez Honored On Memorial Wall Near Soldier Field

"We've seen it over the years; officers losing their lives, gone too soon," Police Supt. Larry Snelling said.

​D. Jeffrey (Jeff) Blumenthal

Services are private. A Celebration of Life will be held in May.

Martin (Marty) Hal Levin

Graveside service Friday April 4, 2025 at Westlawn Cemetery.

Marian "Cindy" Pritzker, Family Matriarch And Aunt Of Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, Dies At 101

The couple was married on Aug. 31, 1947, and Mr. Pritzker went on to found the Hyatt Corporation. Mr. Pritzker died in 1999.

Margie Korshak, Chicago Public Relations Executive Who Worked With The Stars, Dies At 86

In announcing Korshak's death, Broadway In Chicago called her a "trailblazing force" in the public relations industry.

Obituary: Corey James Gibbons

Corey James Gibbons passed away unexpectedly at the age of 30 on Monday, February 17, 2025.

​Rosemarie Kohn nee Pietropola, age 97.

Service Monday 10 AM at Chicago Jewish Funerals, 8851 Skokie Blvd (at Niles Center Road), Skokie. Interment Sunset Memorial Lawns.

Obituary: Lucille Lee

Her spirit will live on within the hearts and minds of her loved ones.

Former Chicago Bears Head Coach Dick Jauron Dies At 74

Jauron coached the Bears for five seasons from 1999 to 2003 and was named AP Coach of the Year in 2001, leading the team to a 13-3 record.

Obituary: Keith Golimowski

Keith proudly served his Country in the U.S. Army and after his tour in Afghanistan, was honorably discharged in April of 2013.

Bears Owners Virginia McCaskey Dies At 102

The daughter of George Halas, McCaskey "lived a long, full, faith-filled life," family said.

​Leonard Drucker, age 89.

Service Friday 8:30 AM at Chicago Jewish Funerals, 8851 Skokie Blvd (at Niles Center Road), Skokie.