Northwestern study seeks married couples ages 60–80
The Life-Span Development Laboratory at Northwestern University is conducting a study to better understand how married couples (ages 60 to 80) experience emotions and communicate with each other. The study involves a single in-person visit to the Evanston campus and lasts approximately three hours. Couples will...
CTA Brown Line train hits car on Chicago’s Northwest Side
A CTA Brown Line train hit a car in Chicago's Ravenswood Manor neighborhood.
Evidentiary hearing concludes for convicted killer Marni Yang, ruling months away
Both sides will return to court in April for a status hearing.
Amazon takes on Walmart with new store concept
Amazon plans to construct a nearly 225,000-square-foot retail store in Orland Park, a village in Cook County, Illinois, located near Chicago, according to local planning documents. The proposed store marks Amazon’s first retail store that is on par with Walmart’s supercenter format, which averages around 179,000...
14 Legendary Illinois Restaurants That Are Shockingly Affordable
Illinois isn’t just famous for deep-dish pizza and towering skyscrapers—it’s also home to some of the most legendary restaurants that won’t drain your wallet. From family-run diners serving soul food to hidden gems dishing out authentic international cuisine, the Prairie State proves you don’t need a fortune to enjoy...
Jury Finds East Chicago Man Guilty on Multiple Child Molestation Charges
A Lake County jury found Hakeem Pittman guilty on multiple felony charges stemming from a child molestation investigation conducted by the East Chicago Police Department. Court records show Pittman was convicted following a jury trial in Lake County Superior Court on the following charges:. Three counts of Child...
The richest cities in America to live in for 2026
As people think ahead to 2026, certain American cities stand out for their exceptional wealth, high household incomes, and economic opportunity. These places feel prosperous, established, and often luxurious, where affluence is reflected in strong local economies and quality of life. Choosing to live in one often...
Fire at NW Side homeless encampment renews calls by alderman for city to ‘step...
No injuries were reported following a blaze Tuesday night, Jan. 13, at a homeless encampment at the Eugene Field Park annex, 5103 N. Pulaski Road, and it’s not clear how many tents were destroyed. A propane tank reportedly was found in the area, and a large amount of debris...
Amazon planning to open store in Chicago suburbs
A new store is slated for the Chicago suburbs: Amazon is expected to come to the Chicagoland area, according to local planning documents , and will bring customers a chance to shop from the company in person. The Village of Orland Park, located about 30 miles from downtown Chicago, posted on its Facebook earlier this...
World-Famous Chicago Hot Dog Landmark Set to Open Second Location in Las Vegas?
If you’ve spent any amount of time around Chicago, you’ve almost certainly heard of Gene & Jude’s — the iconic hot dog stand that’s been slinging what many folks call the best hot dog in America since 1946.
