New Oak Park police station plan hits 'substantial milestone,' expected to cost $57 million

9 minutes ago

Federal judge raises constitutional questions and temporarily blocks Trump-backed mail-in voting rule

13 hours ago

Trump administration appeals latest ruling blocking his mail voting order from taking effect

10 hours ago

Lobbyist says Illinois ethics watchdog breached confidentiality in Harry Benton sexual harassment investigation

9 hours ago

Porter County officer suspended without pay after misusing Flock license plate readers

14 hours ago

Chicago Cubs bullpen hit hard in 10-8 loss to Cincinnati Reds — and some key decisions loom for stretch run

10 hours ago

Review: 'Coyote vs. Acme' has a surprisingly deep message

2 days ago

Biblioracle: 'The Nerd Reich' looks at tech industry billionaires' impact on democracy

27 minutes ago

A Pike County farm is patient zero for a 'rapid kill' soybean disease. Solutions prove elusive.

27 minutes ago

Nepali and Tibetan communities in Chicago come together in support after floods at the Nepal-China border

27 minutes ago

One Wrigleyville corner hangs on to its roots and ballhawks as Chicago Cubs mark 150th anniversary

27 minutes ago

Plant a tree in early fall

27 minutes ago

Today in Chicago History: United Center hosts its first sporting event — but it wasn't the Blackhawks or Bulls

1 hour ago

Today in History: Hurricane Katrina struck

1 hour ago

Editorial: Scott Kirby's monopolistic vision for United Airlines at O'Hare serves United Airlines. But not Chicago travelers.

1 day ago

The Tribune's Quotes of the Week for Aug. 29

27 minutes ago

Letters: To reduce our plastic pollution, we need cultural change

27 minutes ago

Editorial: Good call, University of Chicago. Sometimes the best classroom technology is no technology at all.

1 day ago

Gov. JB Pritzker appoints Jim Montgomery to head Illinois natural resources after Prisoner Review Board stint

11 hours ago

President Trump said he saw a quick end to the Iran war. Six months later he claims he's in no hurry.

12 hours ago

Illinois will spend Meta settlement cash on social media harms, AG says, after union pushes education funding

14 hours ago

Dolly Parton streams skyrocket after her death, making her the most streamed artist globally

12 hours ago

With no mention of reputed mob ties, shadow owner of storied Grand Avenue bar strikes unusual deal

13 hours ago

Dolly Parton's death brings surge in Will County Imagination Library sign ups

13 hours ago

Phillips Park Zoo in Aurora welcomes its first two wallabies

13 hours ago

Rob Harley, Northern Illinois' interim coach, is operating with a mindset that he's building for the long term

23 hours ago

'They're going to decide it all': If Chicago White Sox want to stay atop AL Central, head-to-heads will be key

10 hours ago

9 observations from the Chicago Bears' joint practice, including another elite DT giving the OL fits

1 day ago

Indiana recruit Jameson Purcell bounces back for Maine South as coach Dave Inserra earns 250th career win

3 hours ago

Photos: Move-in day at UIC

7 days ago

Photos: Chicago Air and Water Show 2026

13 days ago

Photos: Chicago White Sox's Pope hat giveaway at Rate Field

11 days ago

Photos: A look inside the Obama Presidential Center

1 month ago

In honor of his grandmother, Boston College commit Corey Randolph plays a certain way for Simeon

3 days ago

Orland Park residents discuss Centennial Park West, potential performing arts center

15 hours ago

As a new CTA board is seated in September, the current chair positions himself to stay in mix

15 hours ago

Workers, labor organizers allege wage theft at Far North Side daycare center: 'Do what is right'

1 day ago

A cinnamon roll heist? Bakery wrongly accuses rideshare driver of stealing hundreds of pastries.

1 day ago

ICE awards $16.7M contract to buy 6,000 pairs of gloves that deliver electric shocks

1 day ago

Immigration judges in Chicago deporting abused, neglected children in violation of their due process: attorneys

2 days ago

Judge agrees to review grand jury material in Border Protection agent rape case

2 days ago

Who will be the next Chicago school board president? Meet the candidates.

11 hours ago

Oak Park and River Forest High School board OKs $140K for technology replacement

13 hours ago

High School District 230 welcomes new teachers, celebrates 'exciting start' after stormy summer

16 hours ago

In wake of governing concerns, Thea Bowman names five new school board members

1 day ago

Crime and Public Safety

9 months ago

Body recovered from Lake Michigan near Evanston's Lee Street Beach

11 hours ago

ATV driver killed in Southwest Side crash: police

12 hours ago

Gary man gets 18 years in driver's shooting death: police

12 hours ago

Investigation launched into unanswered Lake County 911 calls on Thursday

13 hours ago

About 90 Americans unaccounted for after catastrophic floods hit Nepal and Tibet

1 day ago

Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell form in the Pacific Ocean as Dolly churns in the Atlantic

1 day ago

Oak Park hikes grocery bag fees, plans ban in 2030

1 day ago

Look up, Chicago. How to watch tonight's lunar eclipse turn the Sturgeon Moon 'bloody.'

1 day ago

Restaurants, Food and Drink

9 months ago

'Bad Decision for a Good Cause': August event in Chicago looks to set Malört world record

20 hours ago

Restaurant news: Soul & Smoke finally opening flagship with acclaimed barbecue and new fine dining dishes

4 days ago

Lincoln Park dining guide: 10 of the best ways to dine through the neighborhood

5 days ago

From the Farm: A Dolly farewell but fond memories and a legacy remain forever

11 hours ago

Data centers near O'Hare win nearly $100M in local tax breaks, leaving suburban homeowners to cover the gap

6 days ago

Data centers and tax breaks: How we reported the story

6 days ago

As microplastics pollute every corner of the Great Lakes, scientists push governments to combat threat

6 days ago

Missed opportunities, incomplete investigations preceded discovery of 56 bodies at funeral home

14 days ago

Today in Chicago History: Illinois Sen. Barack Obama accepts Democratic nomination for president

1 day ago

Today in History: Anti-war demonstrators clash at DNC

1 day ago

Vintage Chicago Tribune: Remembering Dolly Parton in her own words when she visited Chicago

1 day ago

Today in Chicago History: Explosion at Standard Oil refinery in Whiting kills two and destroys homes

2 days ago

Oswego holds off Geneva despite 4 more TDs from Illinois recruit Bennett Konkey

4 hours ago

Following in brother's footsteps, Simon Hayes shows 'unbelievable perseverance' to lead Naperville Central

4 hours ago

Xavier Pratt, also a long snapper, comes through with 19-yard TD catch as Homewood-Flossmoor stops Richards

4 hours ago

North Chicago's Amari Earl replaces injured teammate and throws 4 TDs against Waukegan: 'Moment isn't too big'

4 hours ago

Happy Head hair loss treatment review

20 hours ago

Best nursing pillows

20 hours ago

Inversion tables: What they're used for and some to consider

1 day ago

The best plants and succulents for dorm rooms

1 day ago