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Where To Grab A Sandwich In Chicago Before Heading To The Beach
CHICAGO — When traveling to one of Chicago’s concrete or sandy beaches, it’s important to have a hearty sandwich to tide you over between laying out or building sandcastles. Here’s a list of local delis and sandwich spots to get that perfect beach...

Meanwhile Park set for its first double-bill premiere: Andrea Berting’s Red Devil, Nathan Johnson’s Vacation
The splendid Meanwhile Park outdoor theatrical venue will be the site for its first double-bill premiere, featuring one-act plays by Andrea Berting of Chicago (Red Devil) and Nathan Johnson (Vacation). This is the third consecutive summer for a...
Four killed, 14 injured in mass shooting outside downtown Chicago lounge
Four people in the United States have been killed and at least 14 others wounded when gunmen opened fire on a crowd outside a lounge in downtown Chicago, according to police. According to authorities, the mass shooting took place around 11:00pm...

Chicago Gay Men's Chorus mourns loss of member in fatal hit-and-run in Lake View
The Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus is grieving the loss of one of its leaders as police continue searching for the driver who fatally struck them last weekend in Lake View. Brendan Siddall, 26, was found unresponsive in the roadway early Saturday in the...

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker to seek a 3rd term amid questions about higher political ambitions
CHICAGO – Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker will seek a third term in office next year amid growing questions about the Democrat’s ambitions for higher office. The Democrat will announce his intentions Thursday at an event in Chicago, according to two...

American Will Hold Some Flights For Connects At Charlotte, Dallas And Chicago
Travelers pass through Miami International Airport during Memorial Day weekend in May. (Photo by ... More Giorgio Viera)AFP via Getty Images American Airlines has quickly rolled out connection-saving technology at its Charlotte and Chicago hubs,...

Downtown Chicago businesses have mixed feelings about NASCAR again
We break down complex business news to help you understand how money moves in Chicago and how it affects you. The third NASCAR Chicago Street Race revs up this weekend, once again sparking mixed feelings about the event’s economic impact and who...
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Chicago's Best Italian Beef Sandwiches to Pair With Season 3 of 'The Bear'
For years, Chicago’s iconic food scene was known for two main attractions: deep-dish pizza and hot dogs. Italian beef sandwiches have long been among the city’s iconic specialties, and the massive success of FX’s “The Bear” has exposed the local...

Illinois’ soil conservation funding stagnates amid recent high-profile dust storms
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (Capitol News Illinois) - Three main factors contribute to the formation of Midwest dust storms: strong winds, dry soil in farm fields and large amounts of loose soil. That’s according to Andy Taylor, the Science and Operations...
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Cheaper gas prices expected in northern Illinois for Fourth of July
Average gas prices in many northern Illinois counties are expected to be cheaper than last year for the Fourth of July weekend as the cost of fuel continues to decline over the past several years. The average cost of regular gas in the Chicago...

Ventura Announces $390,000 Coming To 43rd District For Tourism Projects
State Senator Rachel Ventura speaking in committee. State Senator Rachel Ventura secured $390,000 to boost local tourism in the 43rd District through the Route 66 Grant Program. “Tourism is an essential part of our community as it supports our...

Illinois motorists could see higher gas prices ahead of holiday travel season
Illinois lawmakers have passed a new motor fuel tax, which will take effect on July 1st. Gas prices across the state will rise by 3%. Author: wqad.com Published: 6:32 AM CDT June 25, 2025 Updated: 6:32 AM CDT June 25, 2025

New taxes take effect with start of fiscal year in Illinois
Jason Bunting, Illinois State Representative for 106th District | www.facebook.comJason Bunting, Illinois State Representative for 106th District | www.facebook.com Last week, new taxes in Illinois took effect as part of the state's budget signed...

More heat and humidity on the way for holiday weekend in Chicago area
The Fourth of July holiday is just hours away, with millions of Americans traveling and preparing for family gatherings celebrating Independence Day. While balmy temperatures are to be expected for the quintessential summer holiday, the Chicago...

Veteran Boater Sounds the Alarm After Black Yacht Weekend Turns Deadly in Chicago
After a tragic drowning during Chicago’s Black Yacht Weekend, longtime boater Aven Deese shares a sobering eyewitness account—and what must change to keep the Black boating community safe on Lake Michigan (Photo Provided). When Black Yacht Weekend...

NASCAR Chicago Fan Guide: Tailgating, Camping, Cooler Policy, Parking & Prohibited Items for the Grant Park 165
Last year’s Chicago Street Race was a wild one, with Alex Bowman snapping an 80-race winless streak in a rain-soaked showdown. The Hendrick Motorsports driver outdueled sports car ace Joey Hand and held off a charging Tyler Reddick to win the...

Chicago’s Mass for Pope Leo XIV Was a Real Treat
by Sal Isabella I was in Chicago on June 14 to attend Trinity Sunday’s vigil Mass at Rate Field, the home park of the Chicago White Sox, Pope Leo XIV’s favorite baseball team. More than a dozen priests and bishops, led by Chicago Cardinal Blase...

'Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity': Illinois village votes to purchase Pope Leo XIV's childhood home
By Ryan Foley, Christian Post Reporter Thursday, July 03, 2025 The childhood home of Pope Leo XIV, located at 212 East 141st Place in Dolton, Illinois, as it appeared in July 2024. | Screenshot: Google Maps An Illinois village has voted to...

Illinois Tax Changes Begin on July 1st: What to Know
Starting July 1st, Illinois is rolling out a wave of tax changes that will impact residents, businesses, and consumers alike. Signed into law as part of the state's $55.2 billion budget for fiscal year 2026, HB 2755 and its new measures aim to...

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker to seek a 3rd term
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker will seek a third term in office next year amid growing questions about the Democrat’s ambitions for higher office. The Democrat will announce his intentions Thursday at an event in Chicago,...