CPS staff in a political tug-of-war: What to know about Chicago’s $175M pension battle
A controversial $175 million pension payment for non-teaching Chicago Public Schools staff has created tension between the ...
After more than 50 years, Walter Jacobson to broadcast final ‘Perspective’
The legendary Chicago anchorman and commentator will deliver one last “Perspective” on WGN Radio, home to his weekly ...
Chicago Public Schools and teachers union close to contract deal after year of tough negotiations
Chicago Public Schools is close to a deal with the Chicago Teachers Union on an agreement, according to district chief Pedro ...
With 25% tariffs on imported autos, carmakers could face higher costs and lower sales
President Trump’s 25% tariffs on auto imports could put a financial squeeze on automakers that depend on global supply chains ...
Chicago Bears
Is there a scenario where Ryan Poles trades up to draft Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter? Brad Biggs answers your Chicago ...
Naperville Election 2025: Council candidates split on reviving affordable housing incentives for developers
When it comes to diversifying Naperville’s housing stock, the candidates for Naperville City Council in Tuesday’s election ...
Portage parks could get two new maintenance workers with help from redevelopment commission
The Portage Redevelopment Commission is planning to help the Park Department hire two new full-time maintenance workers.
Court briefs: Rioting charges dropped in police confrontation; probation for body slam in parking lot
An Illinois man got one year on probation earlier this month for following a motorist off the highway, then body slamming him in the Munster Target parking lot. Shakeim A. McMillian, 39, of Park ...
UN to reduce staff in Gaza, blaming Israel for a strike that killed its employee
The United Nations said Monday it will “reduce its footprint” in the Gaza Strip after an Israeli tank strike hit one of its ...
NCAA Tournament notes: Illinois’ Tomislav Ivišić looks to join twin in Sweet 16 — and Brad Underwood’s a B1G fan
If Illinois beats Kentucky in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday, Tomislav Ivišić would join twin Zvonimir, a ...
District U-46 tweaks boundary changes before 6th-graders are moved into middle schools
Students who live on Elgin’s east side will attend Elgin High School instead of crossing the Fox River to attend Larkin High School, the District U-46 School Board was told.
For Chicago Cubs star Kyle Tucker, simplicity works best in his hitting approach: ‘He knows what it takes’:
Chicago Cubs right fielder Kyle Tucker takes a simplistic approach at the plate. His performance in his final year before free agency likely will be closely tied to the team’s success.