Cicada Watch 2024
For the first time in more than 200 years, two different groups of periodic cicadas will emerge at the same time. We have the latest buzz and updates.
Sensory walks, a campfire feast and learning sessions with scientists are just some of the ways Illinoisans and out-of-towners alike can celebrate the historic double emergence of the 13-year and 17-year cicadas.
The buzzing coming from the cicadas is expected to get louder as more insects emerge from the ground.
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Sueños Music Festival 2024
They were detached at times, but fans showed they knew all the words to “LISA” and “Riri.”
Yet, the Sueños headliner filled Grant Park for the first night of Chicago’s biggest annual Latin music event.
Sueños returns to Grant Park on May 25-26, bringing tens of thousands of music fans to Chicago. Here’s what to know if you plan on going.
The two-day Latin music festival returns to Grant Park May 25-26.
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Friday marked a self-imposed adjournment date for lawmakers — but neither the revenue, appropriations or budget implementation measures had been brought to the floor by either the House or Senate. Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch on Saturday said the House will adjourn for the holiday weekend and return next week to take up the budget.
No cause of death was given for the golfer, who withdrew from the Schwab Cup challenge in Fort Worth on Friday.
Police told her they found marijuana in her bags, and it would have to be weighed, the rapper tweeted.
A vehicle speeding Friday night in the 1600 block of West 59th Street ran a red light and struck two vehicles at the intersection, Chicago police said.
When the NWSL Players Association was negotiating with the league to establish the first collective-bargaining agreement, Roccaro made it clear that attention needed to be paid to mental health.
The man told officers he was in a large crowd when someone stabbed him in the left arm with a knife.
Mansueto has been slow to make moves since taking over the Fire, and it’s hurt the club.
After beginning the season with a three-game road trip — splitting games in Dallas before handing the Liberty their first loss of the season on Thursday — the Sky (2-1) host the Sun (4-0) for their home opener on Saturday.
Demidov, a playmaking Russian forward who could complement Connor Bedard, and Levshunov, a versatile Belarusian defenseman who exudes confidence with the puck, are almost certainly the two options the Hawks will choose between.
In conversation she always keeps the focus on just one of her grandchildren.
Whether they’re lobbying Congress on climate change or fighting poverty, they learned how to use their voices for positive change, the author of “Reclaiming Our Democracy” writes.
‘‘I don’t like the way the play was called,’’ Grifol said before the Sox’ 6-4 loss Friday to the Orioles.
“And that’s on getting a win in a packed arena, not just cause of one player on our charter flight,” Reese shared in a since-deleted post on X, formerly Twitter.
Notes: Lefty Drew Smyly likely will be activated this weekend in St. Louis.
Imanaga originally was scheduled to pitch Friday, but when the game was postponed, the Cubs pushed his start to the next series in Milwaukee.
Getz seems to be focused on further strengthening the minor-league system as the Sox continue their rebuild.
The gambler, known industrywide as KrackMan or Krack, wrote: ‘‘I live in the supposed sports-betting capital of the world . . . but have to go to Florida to make bets.’’
Leaders including state Sen. Dick Durbin applauded the move as a path toward sustainability as weather threats and climate change become more common throughout Illinois.
This week, the University of Washington played in the last Pac-12 Baseball Tournament before the conference disbands and the Huskies join the Big Ten.
Following the Singapore Airlines turbulence incident, climate and aviation experts provide insight into worsening turbulence trends.
Looking for creative ways to entertain the kids or have a family night out this summer? Consider these special events, concerts and experiences in the Chicago area.
The far-right ginned up social media opposition to the bill by claiming, falsely, that it would allow non-citizens to vote. But Democrats and the ACLU of Illinois also had complaints about the bill.
Mayor Brandon Johnson and Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling said they will be looking out for the well-being of police officers by requiring less mandatory overtime and the well-being of city neighborhood through numerous youth and social programs.
Chicago beaches will be open every day with lifeguards through Labor Day. Visitors scattered across North Avenue Beach on Friday, lounging on towels and playing in the water.