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Baseball is back on Chicago’s North Side, with fans making their way into Wrigley Field Friday excited for the home opener and so much more. “Every home opener is special every year,” William Gonzalez of Chicago said. Friday’s game saw the Cubs put an end to the undefeated start of the season for San Diego Padres, taking them down...

A Chicago restaurant picked up a fresh accolade this week, being named on a recent Food & Wine ranking of the 15 top restaurants in the United States. The list was crafted with the consultation of more than 400 chefs, writers and travel pros for their top recommendations across all corners of the U.S. The 2025 ranking marks the third…...

Federal prosecutors dropped bribery charge against former Alderman Danny Solis Friday, but Solis must still cooperate with future and ongoing federal investigations as part of the deal.

Prosecutors read text messages in court they say a Naperville teacher sent a teenage student he’s now charged with grooming and sexual abusing.

The game was full of plenty of Opening Day festivities, setting the stage for a star-studded seventh-inning stretch in what is one of the Friendly Confines’ most recognizable traditions.

A judge on Friday ordered a former actor-turned-teacher in Naperville, who was charged with grooming a student and sexual abuse, released on electronic monitoring while he awaits trial.

Days after announcing he was stepping down as head coach of the DePaul women’s basketball team following 38 years at the helm, Doug Bruno is sharing his story after a stroke caused him to miss the entire 2024-25 season. After suffering a stroke last August, Bruno faced a daunting road to recovery. “I was not aware of anything that was&#...

In-N-Out burger fans may have rejoiced at the idea that the popular chain would finally make its way to Chicago. But it’s not actually happening. Social media rumors about the development started surfacing on April Fools’ Day, with a post on Instagram showing a sign on fencing claiming In-N-out would be “here soon.” “J...

Enjoy those $2 Mega Millions lottery tickets while they last.

Is Home Depot actually charging a $5 parking fee to combat inflation? The company has addressed recent rumors following a viral article claiming so.

An iconic Chicago hot dog and Italian beef spot will soon test a new meal: Breakfast.

A man who was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in the Chicago area after traveling to the U.S. to help his brother in kidney failure has been released from custody to make a life-saving organ donation.

While the Chicago Cubs technically played a home game in Tokyo, Japan, Friday marks their first game of the 2025 season at The Friendly Confines