Chicago’s Best Barbecue Restaurants
Yes, Chicago indeed has its style of barbecue. Aquarium-style smokers produce wonderful rib tips, ribs, and more. But being in the Midwest, the city also is more than accepting of different ...
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The Best Korean Restaurants In Chicago
Chicago is home to tons of fantastic Korean restaurants. Some have been grilling kalbi and making kimchi for decades in former Koreatowns like Albany Park and Lincoln Square. Others are newer places ...
Pete Hegseth’s former sister-in-law alleges abuse against second wife in affidavit to Senate
WASHINGTON — Senators vetting the nomination of Pete Hegseth for defense secretary received an affidavit Tuesday from a former sister-in-law alleging that the onetime Fox News host was abusive to his second wife, to the point where she feared for her safety. Hegseth denies the allegations. The sister-in-law, Danielle Hegseth, was formerly married to the nominee’s brother, and in an affidavit obtained by The Associated Press she said she believes that Pete Hegseth is “unfit” to run the Defense De
Longtime Homewood producer, educator Nate Grant remembered as pioneer in film industry for work showcasing African American culture
Chicago producer, educator Nathaniel “Nate” Grant Jr. was remembered Tuesday as a jazz enthusiast, dedicated family man and trailblazer in the city’s film and television industry for his work in showcasing African American culture through film. Grant died Jan. 6 at age 87, according to his family. His wife, Joyce Grant, died Jan. 18 at age 84. Funeral services for the couple were held Monday at First Methodist Mansfield church in Mansfield, Texas, with a virtual option available for
President Donald Trump signed an order to end birthright citizenship. What is it and what does that mean?
President Donald Trump moved to end a decades-old immigration policy known as birthright citizenship when he ordered the cancellation of the constitutional guarantee that U.S.-born children are citizens regardless of their parents’ status. Trump’s roughly 700-word executive order, issued late Monday, amounts to a fulfillment of something he’s talked about during the presidential campaign. But whether it succeeds is far from certain as immigration advocates file lawsuits to block the president. H
Alert issued after several pick pocket thefts in Loop restaurants
CHICAGO — An alert was issued by Chicago police after several recent pick pocket thefts downtown restaurants. Police said in the incidents, a group or lone person enter a crowded Loop restaurant ...
Chicago's 2024 Michelin Stars, Mapped
The Michelin Guide has announced its Chicago stars for 2024-25, anointing 19 restaurants while adding ... and so did West Loop Japanese restaurant Omakase Yume. Check out all of them, conveniently ...
Chicago Restaurant Week: 24 New and Revamped Restaurants to Try in 2025
From January 24 through February 9, hundreds of restaurants offer special fixed price menus during Chicago Restaurant Week.
Column: Flossmoor cancer survivor combats food insecurity among cancer patients
While undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer, Flossmoor resident Ann Jackson overheard a patient getting treatment conversing. The patient and her husband were discussing a major concern, one Jackson learned many cancer patients have — how were they going to afford to eat. That put Jackson, a cancer survivor, on the path to launching the Center for Food Equity in Medicine. The nonprofit works to address food insecurity among cancer patients, says Jackson, who has lost loved ones to cancer and
The Best Restaurants In The Loop
Restaurants in the Loop tend to be terrible or overpriced ... while good spots here can be hard to find, they do exist. 8.3 Chicago is oversaturated with beef options, but this restaurant ...
One of Chicago's buzziest new bagel shops is expanding to Fulton Market
The self-described "Chicago-style" bagel shop draws lines out its door. Its sourdough bagels can be topped with unusual ...
Draft lyrics to Bob Dylan’s song ‘Mr. Tambourine Man’ sell for $508K at US auction
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Draft lyrics to Bob Dylan’s song “Mr. Tambourine Man” went for over a half-million dollars as part of a weekend sale of dozens of items related to the iconic American singer-songwriter. About 60 Dylan items — including photos, music sheets, his guitar, pencil drawings and an oil painting composed by the Nobel Prize for literature winner — were sold on Saturday in Nashville, Tennessee, through Julien’s Auctions. The items generated nearly $1.5 million in sales overall through i
Who are the Israelis released on the first day of the ceasefire?
JERUSALEM — Three hostages held by Hamas were released Sunday after 471 days in captivity as part of a ceasefire between Israel and the Palestinian fighter group. A gradual release of dozens of captives over the next several weeks has been agreed on. The truce and release of hostages sparked hope and trepidation among Israelis. Many fear that the three-phase deal could collapse before all the hostages return, or that they will arrive in poor health. Others worry that the number of captives who h
Seeking a spark for protests attracting ‘9 people and a dog,’ Al Raby brought Martin Luther King Jr. to Chicago
As historic events slip over the horizon, household names fade into a query: “Wasn’t he the guy who, uh, did … What was it again?” Al Raby was the guy who brought the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. to Chicago. Sixty-five years ago, he went to the Atlanta headquarters of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. Jesse Jackson later recalled that several cities were then asking for King’s help. But Raby got it by telling King the Chicago activists’ predicament, just like it was. A campaign
Oak Park and River Forest musicians set school record with IMEA selections
A school record 22 student musicians from Oak Park and River Forest High School made All State this year. And for the first time in more than 20 years, an Oak Park and River Forest High School choir will perform at the annual Illinois Music Education Association conference. The school’s 31-member A Cappella choir is just one of six high school choirs that was chosen to perform at the conference in Peoria at the end of the month. “It’s a tremendous honor,” said choir director Meredith McGui
Suburb in talks to sell Rosemont Theatre to entertainment group
A 30-year-old theatre property in Rosemont could soon change hands as the village explores selling to a private entertainment ... competing with larger downtown Chicago venues.
Daywatch: Evidence phase of Madigan’s corruption trial is complete
Good morning, Chicago. After nearly three months, more than 60 witnesses and a surprising turn on the stand from the defendant himself, the evidence phase of former House Speaker Michael Madigan’s corruption trial has drawn to a close. Madigan’s attorneys formally rested yesterday, followed by a brief rebuttal case from prosecutors, who then also rested. Jurors were set to return Wednesday to begin hearing instructions and closing arguments, which will stretch over at least three days. The prose
New renderings released in proposed transformation of land around United Center
New renderings show what a stunning $7 billion development around the United Center could look like in coming years.
SNL50: How to watch the ‘Saturday Night Live' 50th anniversary special
The milestone season of the legendary sketch comedy show will be highlighted by a three-hour special. Party on!
Winter farmers market in South Loop returns for second year
CHICAGO – It’s still farmers market season in South Loop, and the winter farmers market is meeting demand for events during the colder months. After a successful run last winter, the winter ...