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Dark storm clouds over a Southwest Side Chicago neighborhood with downed power lines and dark homes, signifying widespread power outages.
Local Spotlights

Southwest Side homes, businesses lose power amid severe storms

In Stickney, a single condo building was ravaged by Wednesday's storms, leaving roughly 30 residents suddenly homeless, according to ABC7 Chicago .

Caitlin O'Malley· Jun 12· 3 min read
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Sponsored by Luxury Unique Places · Aug 31
The Obama Presidential Center's modern architecture with digital displays, set in a vibrant park on Chicago's South Side.

Obama Center announces June 19, 2026 opening

Caitlin O'Malley · Jun 9
People enjoying a sunny day at a crowded Chicago outdoor public pool with the city skyline in the background.

Chicago outdoor pools open June 19 with expanded hours

Caitlin O'Malley · Jun 9
Illinois State Capitol building at dusk with silhouettes of politicians, symbolizing the legislative defeat of the Chicago Bears stadium bill.

Illinois Senate blocks Bears stadium bill, session adjourns

Caitlin O'Malley · Jun 1
Elegant dark green Parisian-style chairs are strategically placed near Buckingham Fountain in Chicago, enhancing the landmark's aesthetic for a 2026 pilot program.

Parisian-style chairs planned for Buckingham Fountain pilot

The Chicago Park District just shelled out $54,438 for 100 new green metal chairs, destined to grace Buckingham Fountain in 2026.

Caitlin O'Malley· May 31· 3 min
A gavel striking down on legal documents in a courtroom, symbolizing the reforms in grand jury rules following the Broadview 6 case.

US Attorney's Office Reforms Grand Jury Rules After Broadview 6

Charges against the 'Broadview Six' were dismissed after federal prosecutors were found to have redacted grand jury transcripts and misled jurors, prompting sweeping reforms from the U.

Caitlin O'Malley· May 28· 3 min