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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 6h ago

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 7h ago

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

Cubs unveil new food for 2026 season at Wrigley Field
The Chicago Cubs and Levy unveiled their new food options Friday for the 2026 season. Of course you can still get a hot dog and a beer, but the new offerings are unique and featuring a variety of flav...
Gregory Bartusiak Mar 23, 2026

Illinois surges past VCU to advance to Sweet Sixteen
Saturday night was sweet for No. 3 Illinois, as it advanced to the Sweet 16 with a 76-55 win over No. 11 VCU in Greenville, South Carolina. The victory not only marked the second time in the last thre...
Gregory Bartusiak Mar 23, 2026

Caleb Williams seeks trademark protection for "Iceman"
As George Costanza learned in his effort to be known as T-Bone, it's not easy to create your own nickname. That isn't stopping Bears quarterback Caleb Williams. Williams has applied for multiple trade...
Gregory Bartusiak Mar 20, 2026






