Junior Chefs Kitchen is cooking up excitement with plans to open a new location in the vibrant West Loop neighborhood in late fall.

A retired man from Illinois turned skeptic into millionaire after hitting the Lucky Day Lotto for $1.1 million. The winner, who goes by "My Hole-in-One," matched all five numbers from the Sunday, July 27 afternoon draw but nearly dismissed his fortune as just another email scam.

Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Rush University Medical Center have tied for the top position among Chicago-area hospitals in the recent US News & World Report annual rankings.

Two Amur leopard cubs have been born at Brookfield Zoo in Chicago, marking a vital addition to the population of this critically endangered species.

Illinois is bolstering its reputation as a leader in the electric vehicle sector with the announcement that Adient, a Rivian supplier and global leader in automotive seating, is establishing a facility in Normal.

Twenty years ago, Special Olympics Illinois came up with the idea of a “Ducky Derby” on the Chicago River as an organization fundraiser.

Chicago lost a baseball icon when Hall of Famer Ryne “Ryno” Sandberg passed away at age 65 after a battle with metastatic prostate cancer, diagnosed in January 2024.

The United States Postal Service (USPS)  marked its 250th anniversary, which was July 29,with the release of a commemorative stamp series featuring artwork by Chicago-based cartoonist Chris Ware.

Brookfield Zoo Chicago recently marked a special milestone as reticulated giraffe Jasiri reached her 20th birthday, an impressive age that showcases the exceptional care provided at the facility.

First, it was coyotes. Now, black bears and armadillos are the latest surprise guests appearing across Illinois. Residents are being urged to keep their distance. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) emphasizes that residents should not attempt to feed, interact with, or photo…

American Airlines will cancel hundreds of flights starting in August 2025, which could affect many summer travelers, according to Travel and Tour World. The airline is facing tough times due to strong competition from other airlines. 

The highly anticipated Chicago Sky home game this Sunday, July 27, versus the Indiana Fever will most likely not be featuring what we might call “the main attraction.

 Over the past century, chipmunks have developed larger skulls and shorter rows of teeth, a shift that reveals the profound impact of urban environments on wildlife, the announcement states. 

Volunteering is at the heart of our great city, with so many wonderful groups and organizations all dedicated to those in need of help.

Hosted at the beloved Farm-in-the-Zoo, this new program invites children to enhance their reading skills by reading aloud to a range of farm animals. The program first started this past week and will occur every Monday morning in July from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. 

Streets turned into rivers, and several underpasses became impassable as vehicles stalled in waist-deep water.

In a historic medical achievement, Chicago's Shedd Aquarium successfully performed a unique surgery on Kimalu, a 12-year-old female beluga whale. According to a press release, Kimalu underwent the first-of-its-kind procedure to remove cysts near her blowhole, becoming the only known beluga t…

Discover how rooftop apiaries are transforming Chicago’s skyline, supporting pollinators, and producing local honey in the heart of the city.

Pope Leo XIV launches bold reforms in the Vatican while controversy unfolds in Dolton, IL, over the village’s attempt to buy his childhood home. Legal challenges, taxpayer concerns, and historic preservation collide in this unfolding story.

Shedd Aquarium marks a milestone with the birth of weedy seadragon fry. Learn how these unique creatures are cared for and why their conservation matters.

The Air India Boeing 787 crash highlights risks of engine failure and raises global aviation safety concerns—could it happen at airports like O’Hare?

MultiSIM by Yesim helps you manage mobile data across trips and devices, without extra accounts or hassle. MultiSIM lets you buy, store, and manage multiple eSIMs from a single Yesim account. 

Less than a week after announcing the birth of the zoo’s first bottlenose dolphin calf in more than a decade, Brookfield Zoo is in mourning. The four-day-old dolphin calf, which arrived on Saturday, June 7, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, the zoo announced on social media. 

Illinois lawmakers are under increasing pressure as they attempt to address a pending $770 million budget shortfall affecting the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), Metra, and Pace. The crisis looms as federal COVID-19 grant funding that previously bolstered the system is set to expire, raisin…

The Field Museum unveiled a tiny rock sample from the asteroid Bennu, capping a mission more than 20 years in the making. 

A rare wave of excitement is rippling through Brookfield Zoo Chicago after the birth of a bottlenose dolphin calf, the zoo’s first in more than 10 years.

Chicago’s reputation as a hub for music festivals is unmatched, with three of its largest events—Lollapalooza, Riot Fest, and the Chicago Blues Festival—drawing hundreds of thousands of attendees annually. Each festival has its own unique origin story, reflecting shifts in musical trends and…

One of the most iconic pieces of movie memorabilia from the 1980s is up for grabs. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Sotheby’s is auctioning off the signature sweater vest worn by Matthew Broderick as Ferris Bueller in the beloved John Hughes comedy.

The Bean, officially known as Cloud Gate, stands as a centerpiece of Chicago’s vibrant Millennium Park. This iconic sculpture, a must-visit for locals and tourists alike, is a masterpiece by world-renowned artist Anish Kapoor. Unveiled in 2004, The Bean quickly became a symbol of Chicago, dr…

Shedd Aquarium is diving into its 95th anniversary with a look back through time, unveiling rarely seen archival photos that showcase the landmark’s first opening.

Chicago hosts the thrilling 2025 AVP League Championship at Oak Street Beach, showcasing elite beach volleyball and top-tier entertainment this August. 

From its skyline that steals your breath to a deep-dish pizza that changes you for life, Chicago knows how to leave a mark. Whether you're kayaking on the Chicago River, dancing at a summer festival in Grant Park, or strolling through neighborhoods bursting with character, the city serves bi…

Ulta Beauty is joining a wave of retail closures at the South Loop’s Roosevelt Collection Shops. The popular beauty chain will shut its doors on June 14, ending a 12-year presence in this Chicago location.

These often disruptive and violent youth gatherings in public spaces have led to the implementation of both preventive measures and supportive programs aimed at addressing the root causes of such incidents.

Chef John Shields of Smyth teams up with Lindera Farms to launch BlackSmyth, a gourmet black garlic vinegar now available in limited supply.