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Could Michael Jordan's old Highland Park mansion become a museum?
The Highland Park City Council voted down the idea proposed by the owner of Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan's former mansion in Highland Park, Illinois, to turn the house into a museum. Jordan's h...
Gregory Bartusiak 16h ago

Fighting Illini reach Final Four for the first time since 2005
With a net draped around his neck at the Toyota Center after Illinois' 71-59, come-from-behind win over Iowa in the Elite Eight on Saturday, Fighting Illini coach Brad Underwood thought about the mome...
Gregory Bartusiak Mar 30, 2026 Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood celebrates after cutting down the net after defeating the Iowa Hawkeyes in an Elite Eight game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

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Allison Nehring Mar 27, 2026

C2E2 Chicago 2026 at McCormick Place this weekend
The Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo, or C2E2 Chicago, returns to McCormick Place for its 2026 convention. The three-day event brings back the latest from the world of fandom and pop culture from ...
Gregory Bartusiak Mar 27, 2026

Willie Wilson announces free gas giveaway at 30 stations
South Side philanthropist Dr. Willie Wilson has announced another gas giveaway on April 4. Wilson, who says this is his 20th giveaway, spent $200,000 for free gas and an upcoming grocery giveaway. The...
Gregory Bartusiak Mar 27, 2026

Chicago's Navy Pier named Route 66 starting point as road marks 100 years
Route 66 now has a new starting point, right at Navy Pier in Chicago. https://youtu.be/MNblVijiEUU?si=S96J3qGz92CEiQUH The all-American interstate starts in the Midwest and ends in the west, at Santa ...
Gregory Bartusiak Mar 26, 2026

Chicago Cubs and White Sox Opening Day today!
Cubs Opening Day The 2026 MLB season begins on Thursday, with the Chicago Cubs opening the year at the Friendly Confines against the Washington Nationals. The game is scheduled for a 1:20 P.M. first p...
Gregory Bartusiak Mar 26, 2026

Hall of Famer Frank Thomas files lawsuit seeking damages against White Sox, Fanatics, Nike
Hall of Fame slugger Frank Thomas has filed a lawsuit against the Chicago White Sox and accuses the organization with which he played the bulk of his career of unauthorized use of his likeness on unif...
Gregory Bartusiak Mar 25, 2026 Aug 31, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Former Chicago White Sox player Frank Thomas smiles before the team???s game against the New York Mets. He was there to throw out a ceremonial first pitch. at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-USA TODAY Sports

Chicago suburb named No. 1 'best city' to live in the U.S.
The No. 1 "best" city to live in America is a Chicago suburb, according to a new ranking. School and community ratings and review site Niche released its "2026 Best Places to Live in America" report T...
Gregory Bartusiak Mar 25, 2026

A dome over Soldier Field? Architect throws 'Hail Mary' to keep Bears in Chicago
The Chicago Bears' next home remains a subject of debate, but an architect has thrown a "Hail Mary" to keep the team at Soldier Field. https://youtu.be/eeXbTybXjCI?si=qHyDJb3XgMsFu-AV Edward Peck has ...
Gregory Bartusiak Mar 24, 2026






