Where else but Chicago would Jeppson's Malört attempt to set a world record for largest group of people to simultaneously take a shot of the spirit? The world record attempt set for this summer is part of a fundraising event that benefits Ravenswood Community Services, an organization that provides meals and groce...

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker indicated he will sign legislation approved by Illinois lawmakers that prohibits students from using cellphones during school hours. Senate Bill 2427, which requires schools to adopt policies to limit the use of cellphones during the school day, passed the Senate on Sunday, the last day of Ill...

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Riot Fest announced its 2026 lineup Thursday. Twenty One Pilots, Pierce the Veil, Alanis Morissette and Tool are among the headliners of the punk, rock, alternative, metal and hip-hop fest at Douglass Park. Rise Against, the All-American Rejects, Taking Back Sunday and Twin Peaks are also performing Sept. 18-20. Visit ...

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson met Pope Leo XIV in Rome Thursday, and he brought with him plenty of surprises. Alongside his delegation of nearly 50 people, Johnson's visit featured a number of Chicago-style gifts for Da Pope, including an invitation to return home and deliver a mass in the city's Grant Park. The meetin...

The Obama Presidential Center will have its grand opening celebration next month, with a number of free events slated to celebrate the long-awaited moment. According to a release from organizers, the grand opening festivities will take place from June 19-21, with a "free, open-house-style weekend commemorating thi...

Slice of Chicago is making its debut on July 12, at Soldier Field, uniting runners and pizza lovers in a celebration of one of the city's most iconic culinary traditions. Registered participants will receive a free slice of pizza from one of four of Chicago's most storied pizzerias, each representing the city's deep-di...