On This Day in 1992, the World Lost the Chicago Blues Pioneer Who Penned...
On this day (January 29) in 1992, blues legend Willie Dixon died of heart failure in Burbank, California, at the age of 76. His impact on the music world is immeasurable. Dixon was one of the fathers of Chicago blues, a prolific songwriter, and a major influence on future blues artists as well as iconic rock bands...
Chicago bar closes doors in protest supporting immigrant rights
Chicago bar Kumiko is closing for the night as part of a nationwide protest, with owner Julia Momose saying the decision is meant to speak out against ICE enforcement policies and in support of immigrant communities. Employees are still being paid for the day, and the bar plans to reopen Saturday.
Student loan borrowers in Illinois could face federal, state ‘tax bomb’ in 2026
Some student loan borrowers could be facing a “devastating” tax problem, advocate says.
Chicago couple accused of leading drug trafficking ring busted by FBI
A Chicago couple is accused of being at the center of a cocaine trafficking ring that was the target of an FBI bust Thursday.
Truck flips on I-290 in Cook County, snarling traffic; injuries reported
COOK COUNTY, Ill. - A truck flipped onto its side during a multi-vehicle crash on the Eisenhower Expressway in the western suburbs early Friday, temporarily shutting down traffic and hospitalizing some. The most relaxing Farm Game. No InstallTaonga: The Island Farm |. What we know:. The crash happened at around...
Allstate Arena Concert Lineup Announced for 2026
Music lovers in the area know the magic of Allstate Arena—great sound, easy access, and performances that light up the stage.
2 Dead From Meningococcal Disease In Chicago As 7 Cases Reported This Month
CHICAGO — Cases of meningococcal disease are on the rise in Chicago, with seven confirmed cases that have resulted in two deaths in about two weeks, city public health officials said. The seven cases of the dangerous illness have been reported since Jan. 15, according to a Thursday Chicago...
Officers cleared in fatal shooting of man who was stabbing victim on West Side...
Chicago police officers who fatally shot a man as he stabbed a victim in the middle of a busy West Side street in May 2024 have been cleared of wrongdoing, according to documents released by the Civilian Office of Police Accountability. The incident occurred late on May 27, 2024, in...
5 hospitalized after chemical release at Goldfish Swim School in Park Ridge
At least five people were rushed to the hospital after chemicals were mixed and created a dangerous gas at a swim school on Thursday afternoon in northwest suburban Park Ridge.
Guy Fieri: 2 Of The 5 Best Restaurants In The US Are In Illinois
I don't know about your TV viewing habits, but I can tell you that Guy Fieri and Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives is definitely at the very top of my family's list of "comfort TV" shows. He travels around, hangs with interesting people from all over the country, and eats some amazing things. What's not to like?
