Mar. 8, 2026
Obama Presidential Center in Chicago to Open on June 19
The highly anticipated center will welcome the public after a dedication ceremony on June 18.
Mar. 8, 2026
Obama Presidential Center's Grand Opening Celebrations to Begin in June
The museum and public gathering space honoring the Obamas will open to the public on June 19, 2026 after years of planning and controversy.
Mar. 5, 2026
NYC Mayor's $70M Request for City-Run Grocery Stores Seen as Wasted Effort
Many experts believe the concept has little chance of success due to the low-margin nature of the grocery business.
Mar. 4, 2026
Illinois Leaders Compete for Bears Stadium Location
Chicago Mayor and Illinois Governor make pitches to keep NFL team in state
Mar. 3, 2026
Chicago Mayor, Illinois Governor Pitch Bears Stadium Locations
Pritzker focuses on Arlington Heights and Hammond, while Johnson still hopes to keep Bears in Chicago
Mar. 2, 2026
Chicago Officials Pitch $630M Plan for Post-Bears Soldier Field
Locals also mourn civil rights icon Jesse Jackson and worry about Mexico cartel violence
Mar. 1, 2026
Illinois Governor Disappointed as Chicago Bears Pursue Indiana Stadium
Pritzker says progress was made on an Arlington Heights plan, but Bears did not mention it in their announcement.
Feb. 28, 2026
Property Tax Concerns Grow Amid Bears Stadium Talks in Illinois
Illinois lawmakers advance 'mega project' bill as Indiana offers incentives to lure the Bears
Feb. 26, 2026
Chicago Bars and Restaurants Cleared to Operate Video Gambling Machines
City Council overrides mayor's delay, paving way for new revenue stream
Feb. 26, 2026
Chicago Mayor Holds Unique Powers Over City Council
Chicago is the only major U.S. city where the mayor presides over the city council and has veto power.
Feb. 26, 2026
Alderman Sigcho-Lopez to Host Infrastructure Townhall
Residents invited to participate in budgeting process for 2026 MENU Project in 25th Ward
Feb. 26, 2026
Humboldt Park Resident Sues CHA Over Neglected Vacant Properties
Lawsuit alleges CHA failed to maintain scattered-site properties, leading to neighborhood destabilization.
Feb. 26, 2026
Mayor Defends Shelter Director Amid Complaints
Newly appointed head of Chicago's Animal Care and Control faces criticism over shelter conditions.
Feb. 25, 2026
Mayor Brandon Johnson Releases 2025 Youth Impact Report
Report highlights transformative investments in young Chicagoans
Feb. 25, 2026
Mayor Brandon Johnson Delivers 'State of the Swamp' Rebuttal to Trump's State of the Union
Johnson criticized the president's address as "ramblings" and "incoherent phrases" that fail to address urgent issues facing working Americans.
Feb. 24, 2026
Chicago Liable for Millions in Parking Ticket Overcharges
Judge's ruling finds city violated state law capping ticket fees
Feb. 24, 2026
Chicago Drivers Could See $70M in Refunds Over City Sticker Tickets
A judge ruled the city illegally overcharged drivers, exceeding a $250 state cap on municipal fines.
Feb. 24, 2026
Chicago Ordered to Pay Millions in Refunds for Excessive Parking Ticket Fees
A judge ruled the city violated state law by tacking on expensive late fees to parking and city sticker violations.
Feb. 24, 2026
Chicago Ordered to Refund Millions in Overcharged Parking Tickets
Judge rules city violated state law capping penalties for parking violations
Feb. 24, 2026
Chicago Park District Seeks Gas Tax Funds for $630M Soldier Field Plan
Proposal aims to transform stadium into concert and event venue
