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Here’s What We’re Excited to See at EXPO CHICAGO 2025

To help you navigate Chicago's busiest art week, we're sharing the works we're most looking forward to seeing.

JD FOSTER: Trump Is Right. Fire Jay Powell

President Trump is once again unhappy with Federal Reserve Board Chair Jay Powell following Powell’s remarks at an economic event

Avtub: A New Era in the Digital World of Information

Here are Chicago’s 5 James Beard nominees

The James Beard Foundation announced Wednesday the finalists vying for its coveted awards, and among them are five Chicago chefs and restaurants.

Custom Bottle Labels: Elevating Your Product's Appeal

A well-crafted label with clear, high-quality design speaks volumes.

Bulls charging with Josh Giddey at the helm

Josh Giddey is putting the Bulls in position to secure home-court advantage for the SoFi NBA Play-In Tournament.

Does AI Trader Outperform Human Traders In The Long Run?

Does AI trader outperform human trader in the long run?

Chicago Cubs Trim Spring Roster to 35 Players

The Chicago Cubs have trimmed its spring roster from 42 to 35 players, with one veteran likely done with the organization.

Caitlin Tracey case: Husband arrested in Chicago on Michigan assault warrant

The husband of a woman found dead in a South Loop condo building was arrested for a warrant on previous domestic violence-related cases.

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong showing he is ready to break out in 2025

With a pair of home runs on Saturday, Pete Crow-Armstrong is looking like the offensive weapon the Chicago Cubs need in 2025.

NASA Will Launch a Space Telescope and New Solar Satellites: How to Watch

The rocket’s chief passenger is SPHEREx, a space telescope that will take images of the entire sky in more than a hundred colors that are invisible to the human eye. Accompanying the telescope is a suite of satellites known collectively as PUNCH, which will study the sun’s outer atmosphere and solar wind.

2 free agents Chicago Bears must avoid signing in 2025 NFL free agency

As the Bears prepare for the upcoming 2025 NFL free agency window, they should avoid signing these two free agents.

2025 NFL WR market: Top free agents, best team fits, projected deals for Chris Godwin, Stefon Diggs, others

NFL wide receiver free agent market could be booming this offseason for a few reasons even though this year's class could be perceived as watered down in comparison to past years. One reason is the wide receiver position in the 2025 NFL Draft isn't as deep as years past,

NHL trade deadline: Grading every deal completed this trade season

The 2025 NHL trade deadline has come and gone. While there were significant trades going back to the fall, the “trade season” really kicked off in a big way in late January when the Colorado Avalanche shocked the hockey world by trading Mikko Rantanen to the Carolina Hurricanes.

2025 NFL mock draft: Bears continue to focus on trenches after recent trades

In a new 2025 NFL mock draft from Charles Davis, the Bears still focus on the offensive line with the 10th overall pick.

Sectional rewind

But they never won 30 games and they never won a sectional championship. Check both of those off now. With a sweep of Stevenson and Fremd in the Schaumburg Sectional, coach Kevin Katovich’s Mustangs captured the program’s first sectional title since 1990.

Chicago man arrested in connection with June 2024 murder

CHICAGO - A Chicago man has been charged with murder in a June 2024 shooting on the city's South Side, police said. Reginald Petty, 43, was arrested March 6 in the 9100 block of South Bishop Street, according to Chicago police. He is charged with one felony count of first-degree murder and two outstanding warrants.

Connor Bedard Records Two Points in Overtime Win Against Utah Hockey Club

Besides the obvious stresses of your franchise player riding a seven game scoreless streak, the Chicago Blackhawks had a lot on their plate Friday before puck drop against the Utah Hockey Club.

Fantasy Baseball Rankings 2025: Sleepers from model that called Willy Adames' strong year

Fantasy players will quickly get to see some of the highest-drafted players as Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts, Kyle Tucker and Freddie Freeman are all top-30 picks in most drafts, according to the latest 2025 Fantasy baseball ADP.

Capitals Acquire Anthony Beauvillier from Pittsburgh Penguins

ARLINGTON, Va. – The Washington Capitals have acquired forward Anthony Beauvillier from the PittsburghPenguins for Washington’s second-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, senior vice president and general manager Chris Patrick announced today.

Giants Opening Day roster projection: A couple of clear favorites emerge

It's too early for team officials to declare what they think the Opening Day roster will be, but there are some signs emerging.

Chicago Farmers Markets, summer festivals and more: Full list of 2025 Chicago spring, summer events released

Sunnier skies are ahead: Chicago's 2025 spring and summer festival lineup has officially been released. The lineup, released Thursday from Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, showcases the city's "vibrant arts, culture and community spirit," an announcement said.

Chicago music legend and pioneer has died

A cause of death was not confirmed, but the musician's family launched a GoFundMe to help cover funeral costs.

Best northwest-side local landmark and lore

Local lore includes unsubstantiated claims of a visit from Pope John Paul II in 1979, as well as magic powers bestowed by the pump’s water. Other fables claim the water has medicinal qualities, that drinking from it imbues one with magical powers including immortality,

Chicago Cubs bullpen acquisition named 2025 biggest bounce-back candidate

The Chicago Cubs bullpen last year was catastrophic at times, especially early in the season. With the flat-lining of crucial bullpen arms such as Adbert Alzolay, Hector Neris, and Julian Merryweather,

Editorial: Brandon Johnson delivers a solid performance under a harsh Washington glare

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s first task in the high-risk sanctuary cities hearing congressional Republicans held was to keep his cool. He did.

Chicago Bulls Could Have Options With Improved Play From Zach Collins

Zach Collins is averaging big numbers for the Chicago Bulls, and that means the organization will have options this summer that they didn't have before.

Nashville, Chicago rank behind city in Michigan for best street art scene in US

Detroit ranks ahead of Nashville and Chicago, coming in at No. 4 for Best Street Art in the U.S. on USA Today’s 10Best List. Ranking in the top three are Jackson, Tennessee, Cincinnati, and Philadelphia. St. Petersberg, FL is No. 5, Sioux Falls, SD is No. 6, followed by Chicago, Nashville, Oklahoma City and Portland, OR.

Chiefs' Joe Thuney: Traded to Chicago

Traded to Chicago

Chicago Cubs fan poll shows a surprising winner in the fifth starter race

The Chicago Cubs have an additional drama working its way through this spring training. They need to come up with a new fifth starter. Javier Assad, last season’s rotation mainstay and favorite for the fifth starter slot this season,

Eamonn Walker Sets ‘Chicago Fire’ Return

Boden is back at Firehouse 51. Eamonn Walker, who left “Chicago Fire” at the end of Season 12, will return for his first time since his 2024 exit, appearing in the April 16 episode, titled “Post-Mortem.” Per the official description, Boden has been ...

Orlando hosts Chicago after Banchero's 41-point showing

Chicago Bulls (24-38, 10th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Orlando Magic (29-34, eighth in the Eastern Conference)

Mayor Wu to testify before Congress on immigration. Follow live updates.

Wu is one of four Democratic mayors set to testify before the committee, whose GOP leadership is investigating the immigration practices of Boston, Denver, Chicago, and New York in what’s expected to be a splashy, made-for-TV hearing.

The Sports Report: LeBron James, Luka Doncic lead streaking Lakers to another win

The latest win came Tuesday, with Denis Bouanga scoring twice in a 3-0 victory over the Columbus Crew in the first leg of a round of 16 CONCACAF Champions Cup playoff at BMO Stadium. The second and deciding leg will be played March 11 in Columbus with the winner advancing on aggregate goals.

Trump speech: Watch President Trump's full address to Congress

Feeling out of the loop? We'll catch you up on the Chicago news you need to know. Sign up for the weekly Chicago Catch-Up newsletter. Trump spoke at a critical juncture in his presidency, as voters who returned him to the White House on his promise to fix ...

5 Minutes That Will Make You Love Chicago Jazz

Explore the Windy City through tracks by Ramsey Lewis, Ahmad Jamal, Lester Bowie and the contemporary artists at the forefront of today’s sound.