West Loop
Juice WRLD Mural That Mysteriously Vanished Could Come Back — But Neighborhood Group Wants It Moved
There's a petition to bring back a Juice WRLD mural that was painted over last week, but some West Loop neighbors say the mural attracted crowds and chaos.
Bill Conway Won’t Run For Kim Foxx’s Seat, Says He’s Focused On Serving As 34th Ward Alderman
Conway, a Navy veteran and former Cook County prosecutor, ran against State's Attorney Kim Foxx in 2020. He was elected 34th Ward alderman in February.
Several Bars In West Town, Near West Side Broken Into Early Tuesday
Irish Nobleman, Cobra Lounge and Tuman's Tap and Grill were all broken into over a one-hour period early Tuesday, police said.
Iconic West Loop Murals Of Juice WRLD, Frankie Knuckles Mysteriously Painted Over
Area leaders, the city and the viaduct's owner don't know who painted over the murals — but the B_Line's curator said someone destroyed them "intentionally" because the location is well-known.
What Should Downtown Look Like In 20 Years? The City Is Creating A New Master Plan
The 2024 Central Area Plan will guide Downtown development through 2044. Residents can weigh in through surveys and at public meetings through September.
Near West Side’s Greater Union Baptist Church Is A Chicago Landmark
The church, which dates back to 1886, has promoted civil rights and progressive policies throughout its history.
41-Story West Loop Apartment Tower Approved By City Council
The site was planned as a hotel, but the funder behind that proposal went bankrupt. The high-rise will bring 395 apartments to the area, with 79 of them being affordable.
The Warehouse, Birthplace Of House Music, Takes Key Step Toward Becoming A Chicago Landmark
The three-story industrial building once housed a dance club that featured the legendary DJ Frankie Knuckles. Owners Thursday said they have no plans to demolish the building.
The Pearl Club Opens This Weekend, Replacing River West’s Emmit’s Irish Pub
The interior was completely renovated, but Emmit's iconic, handmade wooden bar remains.
Barstool Sports Is Opening A New Office In Chicago
The office will be 40,000 square feet with a basketball court, studios for recording music and cooking content, a golf simulator and more, according to Crain's.
Sneaker Enthusiasts Can Shop Original Air Jordans At 2-Day Fulton Market Pop-Up
The '85 Shop will feature game-worn pairs, rare retros and the original Air Jordan 1s in every colorway Thursday and Friday.
Greektown Starbucks Workers Win Union Election, Become Chicago’s 8th Unionized Shop
The employees want consistent hours and better safety protocols. They said people have had mental health crises and overdoses in the shop.
Maxwell Street Market And Other City Farmers Markets Returning This Spring. Here’s The Schedule
This year's farmers market season will kick off with an event May 11 at Daley Plaza.
Artist Isiah ‘ThoughtPoet’ Veney Explores South Side Roots In New Exhibit, ‘Lil Chico From Tuley Park’
“Lil Chico From Tuley Park,” a free, family-friendly exhibit dedicated to Veney's love for the South Side, will debut Saturday at A Very Serious Gallery in River West.
Bernie Sanders Stumps For Brandon Johnson At Get-Out-The-Vote Rally As Mayoral Race Enters Final Stretch
Sanders and other progressives urged Chicagoans to vote for Johnson as polls show a close race between him and former Chicago Public Schools CEO Paul Vallas. The election is Tuesday.
13 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Oddities Flea Market, An Easter Egg Hunt For Your Dog And More
You can usher in April with a cleanup event, an anti-war benefit and more.
Sen. Dick Durbin Backs Paul Vallas In Mayoral Runoff As Race Enters Final Week
The powerful Democratic senator's endorsement comes as Vallas has faced attacks over whether he is actually a Republican and holds conservative views.
Air Taxi To O’Hare Will Allow Chicago Travelers To Skip Traffic On The Kennedy
The city's first air taxi plans to launch in 2025. Company officials say the cost will be competitive with a rideshare between Downtown and the airport.
Police Search For Driver Who Killed Man In Fulton Market Hit-And-Run
A Mercedes-Benz driver hit and killed a 26-year-old man early Saturday, police said.
23 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Wine Fest, Shamrock Shuffle, A Pozole Cookoff And More
You can also shop at a farmers market, watch a Double Dutch competition and check out a Woman's History Month art show.
