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While Chicago-area residents have been subject to a weather roller coaster so far this spring, warmer days are ahead as the region prepares for summer.

While known for Italian beef and Chicago-style hot dogs, renowned local chain Portillo’s is venturing into new territory at five locations in the Chicago area.

After a week that saw chilly temperatures, snowflakes and some of the coldest games in Wrigley Field’s history, things will finally warm up in the Chicago area to start the weekend.

A variety of retailers will remain closed for 24 hours for the holiday, including restaurants and popular grocery chains

The State Street bridge over the Chicago River is set to close for seven months of emergency repairs, following a recent inspection that found parts of the bridge in poor condition.

The Chicago Bulls are thanking their fans Friday night as they host the Washington Wizards in the final game of the regular season, and the club is making room for one of their longtime supporters. Ida, now 95 years old, has been a Bulls fan since the beginning, but has yet to attend a game in-person. Ida’s family, videotaping the…...

Garrett Crochet has returned to Chicago’s South Side, where he’ll make his first start against his former team on Sunday.

The establishment first shared the notice on Facebook, saying, “Never simple…but we will all get through these changing times and appreciate your continued support.”

The Chicago Cubs are receiving praise for how the organization responded to a goose nest in a juniper planter in the iconic bleachers at Wrigley Field.

An all-encompassing celebration of pop culture is taking place at the McCormick Place this weekend, with the annual Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo, also known as C2E2, officially underway.

Ally Sheedy, Anthony Michael Hall, Emilio Estèvez, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald are all in town for C2E2, Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo, which kicked off Friday.

In a continuation of efforts to streamline services needed by Illinois residents at DMV locations, Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is expected to unveil a new facility offering more options in Aurora.