Lincoln Square, North Center, Irving Park
Lincoln Square, North Center, Irving Park
Can Chicago Finally Get An Elected School Board? After Years Of Fighting, Advocates Push State Senators To Pass 2019 Bill
Mayor Lori Lightfoot campaigned on her support for an elected school board, but then said she needed more time to study the matter.
Lines Start At 3:30 AM, Stretch For Blocks At Newly Reopened Secretary Of State Offices
Most secretary of state offices — where new driver's licenses, permits and license plates are processed — closed in November because of the pandemic.
It Could Take 1.5 Years To Vaccinate All Of Chicago Unless Feds Increase Supply, Lightfoot Says
The city has created the infrastructure to deliver vaccine doses, Lightfoot said — now it just needs the doses: "Lives are at stake."
Watch North Center’s Lizzy J Cafe Owner On Food Network’s ‘Supermarket Stakeout’ Tuesday
The show pits four chefs against each other to cook outside a local supermarket, using groceries competitors have bought off shoppers.
Band of Bohemia, Which Closed After Filing For Bankruptcy, Evicted From Ravenswood Building
The business closed in July after allegations a former chef engaged in sexual misconduct. The business filed for bankruptcy in October, owing more than $1.3 million in debt.
Are You An Out-Of-Work Restaurant Or Bar Worker? Southern Smoke’s $4 Million Relief Fund Can Help
Despite launching in August, Southern Smoke Foundation leaders say they still have $3.6 million to help restaurant and bar industry workers in Cook County.
Coronavirus Kills 79 More Illinoisans, Bringing Death Toll To At Least 16,834
The most recent victims included 41 people from Cook County, including a teen and a woman in her 30s.
Clouds Are Coming Every Day This Week In Chicago
Just two days are expected to get sun this week.
267 Coronavirus Deaths Reported In Illinois During Long Holiday Weekend
The most recent victims included 125 people from Cook County, including a man in his 30s, three people in their 40s and 11 people in their 50s.
Some CPS Teachers Refusing To Return To In-Person Learning Due To Coronavirus: ‘I Am In Fear For My Life’
"I feel like CPS is destroying remote education for the many that have chosen it, and in particular for the Black and Brown majority that have chosen remote because they want to stay home and stay safe."
As Anjanette Young Meets With Mayor, City Watchdog Launches Investigation Into Wrongful Raid, Fallout
Inspector General Joe Ferguson told aldermen his office is investigating the police conduct surrounding the raid of Young's home and the city's handling of the ongoing controversy.
Coronavirus Kills 133 More Illinoisans, Bringing Death Toll To 16,490
At least 16,490 people have died from COVID-19 in Illinois, and another 1,488 deaths are probably related to the virus. People are urged to stay home for New Year's Eve.
Park District Postpones In-Person Winter Programs Due To Coronavirus
The programs were scheduled to begin Monday, but their start will be postponed indefinitely to comply with the state's current COVID-19 safety rules.
Chicago’s 2020 In Photos: Unrest And A Pandemic — But Beauty And Unity, Too
We rang in 2020 with legal weed and an imprisoned former governor returning. Then, everything changed.
Chicago Teachers, Families Worried As Schools Near Reopening: ‘CPS Is Not Prepared To Bring Kids Back Safely’
Teachers say the district has failed to provide answers on COVID-19 testing, mask enforcement and other vital things that should be discussed before heading back to the classroom.
U.K.’s New Coronavirus Variant Now In The US, But Local Officials Say Masking, Distancing Still Work
State and city officials have downplayed concerns about the virus's variant, saying people can stop its spread with things they already do: social distancing, masking and hand washing.
Tragedy Strikes Churro Waffle Family Again After 12-Year-Old Boy, His Aunt Killed In Gage Park Hit-And-Run Before Christmas
Giovanny Bucio and his aunt, Araceli Gutierrez-Banuelos, were killed Dec. 23 when a hit-and-run driver struck them near a South Side Walgreens. They are related to the family who runs the Irving Park restaurant.
Need A Sidewalk Repaired? City Will Open Applications For Popular Cost-Sharing Program On Jan. 11
The applications fill up quickly, and residents typically pay $600-$1,500, according to the city.
Chicago’s Health Care Workers Can Now Get Vaccinated Against Coronavirus. Here’s How To Sign Up
Vaccinating health care workers and long-term care facility residents and staff is expected to take all of January and February.
Chicago’s Top Doctor Gets Coronavirus Vaccine Publicly While Urging Others To Get One
"Please, when it is your chance to get vaccinated, please: Make that choice. In the meantime, get educated," said Dr. Allison Arwady.
