Divas® Running Series Returns: Sparkle, Stride and Support a Great Cause

Registration is now open for the September 19 event at Soldier Field, benefiting WINGS Program and its mission to end domestic violence.

Starting Pitching Becomes Greatest Concern For The White Sox

The White Sox will solve this starting pitching problem, right? If they don't, it could be big trouble.

🌱 Patch AM: Former NBA Player Ejected From Chicago Sky Game After Courtside Clash

Spotted on the Chicago calendar: Central Street Evanston's 5th Annual Summer Evening Takeout Picnic

Former NBA Player Ejected From Chicago Sky Game After Courtside Clash

Enes Kanter Freedom, who says he plans to enter the 2027 WNBA Draft, was removed after a confrontation with Sky guard Natasha Cloud.

🌱 Patch AM: Why a Chicago officer stripped of powers is now jailed

Happening soon: Central Street Evanston's 5th Annual Summer Evening Takeout Picnic on the Chicago Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: More Than $1M In Property Stolen From Gold Coast Home: PD

Coming up: Central Street Evanston's 5th Annual Summer Evening Takeout Picnic on the Chicago Patch calendar

More Than $1M In Property Stolen From Gold Coast Home: PD

Jewelry, handbags, watches and other high-end items were stolen during the burglary, police say.

🌱 Patch AM: Planning Labor Day? See what’s happening at Taste of Polonia.

You won’t want to miss Central Street Evanston's 5th Annual Summer Evening Takeout Picnic on the Chicago Patch calendar

Customers Embrace Bitter & Sweet Cocktail Boutique, Founders Eye Expansion As 2-Year Anniversary Nears

Making mixology accessible & meeting demand for experiential entertainment, with themed classes & upscale store featuring local distilleries

Fox Rothschild's Chicago Office Helps Kick Off a New School Year at Eli Whitney Elementary

Ongoing Law Firm Partnership Continues to Support Local Chicago Students at Back to School Bash

Remy Bumppo Hosts “Exploring The In-Between: A Conversation about Mid-Sized Theaters in Chicago" in Lakeview

This Discussion will be Moderated by Theatre Historian & Author Mark Larson and Associate Director of the Hull-House Museum Matt Randle-Bent

How Co-Parents Can Reduce Conflict After Separation

Learn how co-parents can reduce conflict, communicate calmly, set healthy boundaries, and create a more stable home life for their children.

🌱 Patch AM: New Amazon Drone Delivery Service Revealed In IL: 5 Things To Know

And on the Chicago Patch calendar - Central Street Evanston's 5th Annual Summer Evening Takeout Picnic

"Crossing Division Street" Explores Chicago, Family History and the Complexities of Identity

Rebecca Chamian Ribaudo's debut novel explores four generations of one family against a century of Chicago and American history

Chicago Educators Can Use New Animated Series to Teach the History of Algebra and Algorithms

Northwestern professor creates short videos that can help Chicago educators teach students about algebra, algorithms and AI.

New Amazon Drone Delivery Service Revealed In IL: 5 Things To Know

Illinois customers will soon be able to receive select Amazon packages by drone in about 30 minutes, the company has announced.

Chicago Mom Wins $400K On Illinois Lottery Scratch-Off Ticket

She checked the ticket over and over before believing the top prize was real, according to Illinois Lottery.

Chicago Eliminated From Running To Host 2028 Democratic Convention

The DNC narrowed its list of finalists to Boston, Denver and Philadelphia.

🌱 Patch AM: Pritzker Declares 'BTS Days' Coinciding With Group's Sold-Out Shows At Soldier Field

You won’t want to miss Saxophonist Tim Warfield: Appearing Aug 20th - 23rd, at the Jazz Showcase. on the Chicago Patch calendar

Sébastien De Francesco Explores End of Life Grace and Connection on Reflective, Bittersweet Single

“Love on the Way Down” is out now

Barb Bailey’s Live TV Pilot Comes to Copernicus Center

The Night That Never Was brings music, stories, surprises and audience participation to Chicago on September 17.

Experts Weigh In On Ad From Chicago Mayoral Candidate Claiming Homicides Are Down

An ad by mayoral candidate Susana Mendoza claims that homicides are down in Chicago due to the work of trauma surgeons.

🌱 Patch AM: Thief Spent The Night In Iconic Downtown Chicago Department Store: Police

Spotted on the Chicago calendar: Saxophonist Tim Warfield: Appearing Aug 20th - 23rd, at the Jazz Showcase.

Chicago Violin Competition 2026 - Registration OPEN

International Opportunity to Perform on a Global Stage | Young Artist Division (Ages 7-17) / Senior Artist Division (Ages 18-28)

Thief Spent The Night In Iconic Downtown Chicago Department Store: Police

Security footage shows the man browsing clothing and wandering one of the store’s restaurant kitchens, holding a slice of layer cake.

White Sox Make A Statement, But Do You Believe?

Everyone expected the White Sox to fade when they got to Detroit, but they swept in stunning fashion.

Century Health and GI Partners of Illinois Partner to Advance Real-World Evidence in IBD and MASH

Collaboration to generate longitudinal community-based datasets to unlock insights into IBD and MASH for patients

Phone Scammers Impersonating Cook County Sheriff's Office, Agency Warns

“Do not follow the caller’s instructions nor use the number provided by the caller to contact the agency,” the sheriff's office said.

Emergency Response Surrounds American Airlines Plane At O'Hare

Fire trucks, police vehicles and buses were seen around the aircraft Monday afternoon, according to reports.

Plainfield Central Athletics aiming to raise $10,000 through test drive fundraiser hosted by Hawk Mazda

Hosted during curriculum night on Thursday, August 20, each qualified Mazda test drive generates a $50 donation for school

Cook County Forest Preserves To Remain Open During Teamsters Strike

Nearly 200 workers previously authorized a walkout amid a contract dispute over wages, overtime and other terms.

Declining Government Investment Exacerbates an Uneven Playing Field for Ill. Small Businesses

Illinois can help small businesses succeed as the federal government retreats

Tommy John, Former White Sox Player Who Made Baseball History, Dies At 83

John underwent a groundbreaking elbow surgery later named after him and went on to win more games following the procedure than before.

Bears Tickets Among Most Expensive In NFL As Soldier Field Future Hangs In Balance: Study

A family of four could spend over $2,100 at Soldier Field, according to an analysis released as the Bears ready for their preseason opener.

United Flight Suffers Tire Damage During Takeoff At O'Hare

The Phoenix-bound Boeing 737-900 aborted takeoff Thursday afternoon, with no injuries reported.

Bears' 'Sole Focus' Is Hammond Stadium Project, Kevin Warren Says

Kevin Warren characterized the Bears' meetings with Illinois lawmakers since the June board vote as "minimal."

ARK IDENTITY Delivers a Tense, Surreal Journey on Genre-Defying New Single

“Signals” is out now!

Bears Announcement Coming Thursday, Hammond Mayor Says

Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr. said he hopes the news involves the stadium as testing continues at a proposed Indiana site.

Chicago Stars Fire Head Coach Marin Sjögren Amid Last-Place Season

Karina Báez will take over on an interim basis as the club reshuffles its technical staff for the rest of 2026.

Hugh Jackman – “The Greatest Showman”

Hugh Jackman with the Chicago Philharmonic at Ravinia Festival, August 9, 2026