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Here are Chicago’s 5 James Beard nominees

The James Beard Foundation announced Wednesday the finalists vying for its coveted awards, and among them are five Chicago chefs and restaurants.

Lakers lose three in a row

The Los Angeles Lakers suffered another setback in their NBA playoff push on Monday, falling 118-106 to the Orlando Magic, who notched their first home victory since February.

Custom Bottle Labels: Elevating Your Product's Appeal

A well-crafted label with clear, high-quality design speaks volumes.

Does AI Trader Outperform Human Traders In The Long Run?

Does AI trader outperform human trader in the long run?

What’s That Building? The Yukon

The Yukon is easy to overlook because it’s overshadowed by the Metropolitan Correctional Center, the triangle-shaped high-rise jail built in 1975.

Why Chicago Has 4 St. Patrick’s Day Parades

While most associate Chicago’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations with dyeing the river green and Downtown events, the city’s neighborhoods have storied parades of their own.

2025 NFL draft: Bears are new favorites to land Ashton Jeanty

After their offseason moves, the Chicago Bears are the odds-on favorite to land Ashton Jeanty in the 2025 NFL draft.

Blackhawks' biggest reasons for hope after 2025 NHL Trade Deadline

Things could be looking up for the Chicago Blackhawks after a couple of miserable National Hockey League campaigns.

Bears Drew Dalman contract: Why star center took less money to join Chicago

The Chicago Bears' new center Drew Dalman signed a shocking contract and there's a Caleb Williams reason behind this decision.

Popular suburban steakhouse opens new Chicago location

Sophia Steak, from Ballyhoo Hospitality, recently opened its third location in the city, in the One Chicago Building at 748 N. State. St. The new Chicago location -- downstairs from Ballyhoo's Petit Pomeroy -- opened to the public Thursday, March 6, reports said.

‘Chicago Cocktails’ book serves up recipes, stories behind Windy City-inspired drinks

Bucktown bar Remedy offers the “Rhubarbarella,” a gin drink inspired by the tart vegetable and the sci-fi film “Barbarella.” Andersonville’s Elixir has the “Chicago Fire,” a tequila drink that pairs strawberries with habaneros. And Thalia Hall’s basement bar Punch House serves a “Pilsen Pisco” as vibrant as the Lower West Side community.

Trump's Shock Therapy Is Working on Europe | Opinion

Say what you want about Trump's rantings and ravings. But what can't be in doubt is their effectiveness. European politicians, ministers, and heads-of-state are so petrified about Washington potentially turning its back that hard discussions are now occurring about what the continent must do to take more ownership of its neighborhood.

2025 NFL free agency: Best remaining players on Day 2

NFL's free agency kicked off with a busy first day of legal tampering on Monday, where there were some big moves made across the league -- from splash signings to blockbuster trades.

More Universities Are Choosing to Stay Neutral on the Biggest Issues

Instead of speaking out on the hot-button debates of the day, more schools are making it a policy to stay silent as political pressure mounts against higher education.

Mayor Brandon Johnson opens up City Hall gift room, promises public access

By opening up the door to the room, Mayor Brandon Johnson is hoping to shut the door on reproving speculation swirling for a month and a half about his gift-accepting policies.

2025 NFL free agency Day 1 winners and losers: Mike Vrabel beefs up Patriots defense; what's Steelers QB plan?

NFL free agency technically doesn't begin until Wednesday, when trades -- plus signings of players with expiring contracts -- can be finalized. All kinds of activity kicked off on Monday, however, thanks to the league permitting all 32 teams to begin negotiations with impending 2025 free agents.

Tyrese Haliburton still out vs. Bulls; T.J. McConnell game-time decision

Tyrese Haliburton will miss a third straight game with a left hip flexor strain. T.J. McConnell is a game-time decision.

Mayor Johnson's staff finally opens gift room, plans to allow public viewing

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's administration is implementing a new public viewing policy for City Hall's gift room.

Federal jury awards $120 million in wrongful conviction case

A federal jury in Chicago on Monday awarded $120 million in damages to two wrongfully convicted men who spent more than 15 years in prison, a pair who alleged they were railroaded in a bogus

Chicago Cubs Trim Spring Roster to 35 Players

The Chicago Cubs have trimmed its spring roster from 42 to 35 players, with one veteran likely done with the organization.

Chicago weather: Temperatures near 70 degrees could tie record — but they won't last long

Monday will be a bright and sunny day in Chicago, the NBC 5 Storm team said, with spring-like warmth and near-record temperatures that could hit 70 degrees.

Guide: 30 best corned beef sandwiches around Chicago in 2025, featuring That Jerk at The Corned Beef Hideout

India Jenkins makes a signature sandwich at The Corned Beef Hideout packed with meat, heat and history. The chef, owner and solo operator of the sandwich shop calls her creation That Jerk. The hot spice mix infuses not only the meat, but a house-made jerk sauce too.

Chicago Bears free-agency questions: How can GM Ryan Poles keep improving the roster?

After two big trades for guards, there's still plenty for Poles to accomplish in free agency. Here's a look at his options.

Chicago’s storied U.S. attorney’s office at crossroads as indictments dip, search for leader underway

The search for Chicago’s 42nd U.S. attorney comes at a significant moment in history for an office long extolled as a model for the nation.

NFL free agency 2025 live updates: Browns extend Myles Garrett, news, predictions, rumors, best available and analysis

Follow for the latest updates around the league as the new league year and free agency begin. Is the Geno Smith trade the offseason's first blockbuster trade? The Seattle Seahawks agreed to send the veteran QB to the Las Vegas Raiders for a third-round pick, according to league sources.

Chicago to host Premier League teams for Summer Series in 2025

Chicago has been selected as one of three U.S. cities to host the second edition of the Premier League Summer Series.

Nicky Lopez Expected To Opt Out Of Minor League Deal With Cubs

Infielder Nicky Lopez is likely to opt out of his minor league deal with the Cubs, according to multiple reports. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.

Smith and Mrazek excited to ‘play games that are meaningful’ with Red Wings

DETROIT -- Both practicing with the Detroit Red Wings for the first time since being acquired via trade from the Chicago Blackhawks prior to the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline, Craig Smith and goalie Petr Mrazek are excited to help their new team push for a Stanley Cup Playoffs spot down the final stretch of the season.

Data from hundreds of thousands of CPS students exposed in recent breach

Exposed information includes students’ names, dates of birth, gender, student identification numbers and Medicaid identification numbers.

Yzerman talks 2025 NHL Trade Deadline, Red Wings’ playoff push and more

Red Wings acquire veteran forward, familiar face and draft capital as final quarter of season gets underway

Bulls vs Heat Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

The Chicago Bulls offense has been hot, and our expert NBA predictions expect the Bulls O-Unit to bring the heat tonight at Miami.

Caitlin Tracey case: Husband arrested in Chicago on Michigan assault warrant

The husband of a woman found dead in a South Loop condo building was arrested for a warrant on previous domestic violence-related cases.

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong showing he is ready to break out in 2025

With a pair of home runs on Saturday, Pete Crow-Armstrong is looking like the offensive weapon the Chicago Cubs need in 2025.

NASA Will Launch a Space Telescope and New Solar Satellites: How to Watch

The rocket’s chief passenger is SPHEREx, a space telescope that will take images of the entire sky in more than a hundred colors that are invisible to the human eye. Accompanying the telescope is a suite of satellites known collectively as PUNCH, which will study the sun’s outer atmosphere and solar wind.