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Domu Launches Mobile App for Chicago Apartment Hunters
Chicago rental platform Domu launches a mobile app with direct landlord messaging, taking on Zillow and Apartments.com with a lean three-person team.
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Politics Illinois Refugees Face SNAP Benefits Cutoff in 2026
Refugees and asylum-seekers in Illinois are set to lose federal food assistance as Trump administration cuts target SNAP eligibility for vulnerable immigrants.
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Business Chicago Leaders Plan to Revive State Street's Future
Civic and business leaders gathered at a sold-out Chicago Loop Alliance summit to discuss strategies for revitalizing State Street and boosting the city's economy.
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Politics César Chávez Murals Removed Across Chicago in 2026
Chicago removes César Chávez murals after assault allegations, replacing some with images of Dolores Huerta as Illinois honors her legacy.
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Politics Chicago's Sidewalk Delivery Robots: What You Need to Know
Chicago residents are pushing back against Coco Robotics' sidewalk delivery robots, raising safety concerns and calling for city regulations.
Business The Hidden Cost of Bad Design Workflow Is Bigger Than Most Companies Think
A study of 1,200 designers found the average creative professional spends 22 hours per week on operational tasks. For Chicago agencies, that overhead translates to millions in wasted payroll and a growing retention crisis.
Crime DePaul Student Charged With Spitting on ICE Agent at O'Hare
Brett Heier, 20, faces felony battery after allegedly spitting on an ICE agent at O'Hare. His attorney calls the charges overblown, citing accidental contact.
Crime Chicago Firefighter Michael Altman Killed in Arson Fire
Chicago mourns firefighter Michael Altman, killed battling a blaze allegedly set by a suicidal suspect. His funeral drew officials, colleagues, and family.
Chicagoland Culture
Local 18-Unit Condo Building Proposed for Edison Park Parking Lot
A four-story, 18-unit condo building has been proposed for a parking lot in downtown Edison Park, requiring a zoning change and City Council approval.
Local 25 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend 2026
From Expo Chicago 2026 at Navy Pier to cherry blossoms in Jackson Park, here are 25 things to do in Chicago this weekend.
Culture Chicago Palestine Film Festival Turns 25 With 50+ Films
The Chicago Palestine Film Festival celebrates 25 years with its biggest lineup yet, opening with Colette Ghunim's debut documentary 'Traces of Home.'
Culture White Sox 2026 Season: Can They Finally Move Forward?
The White Sox opened 2026 with a 14-2 loss to Milwaukee, extending a troubling stretch of 324 losses over three consecutive 100-loss seasons.
Culture Adler Planetarium Brings Artemis II Moon Mission to Chicago
As NASA's Artemis II targets an April launch, Chicago's Adler Planetarium offers immersive ways to experience humanity's return to lunar orbit.
Culture 21 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend
From C2E2 at McCormick Place to Andersonville Restaurant Week, here are 21 things to do in Chicago this weekend across the city's neighborhoods.
Culture 24 Easter Events in Chicago: Egg Hunts, Brunches & Bunny Photos
From sensory-friendly egg hunts on the Far South Side to dog Easter events and bunny brunches, Chicago has 24 Easter festivities across two weekends.
Local Judge Orders Release of $3B in Frozen CTA Funding
A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to release $3.1 billion for the CTA's Red Line Extension and Red and Purple Modernization projects.
Local ICE Shooting of Silverio Villegas González Goes Uninvestigated
Six months after ICE fatally shot Silverio Villegas González near Chicago, FOIA requests reveal no investigation has been launched by local or federal officials.
Local Illinois 4th District Race: After Chuy García, What's Next?
Chuy García's sudden retirement sparked a scramble in Illinois' 4th District, with four independents challenging Democratic heir apparent Patty García.
Culture Review: 'Two Sisters and a Piano' at Writers Theatre
Writers Theatre's staging of Nilo Cruz's 'Two Sisters and a Piano' delivers genuine peaks but struggles to sustain them in an uneven yet admirable production.
Local Jesse Jackson Laid to Rest, Women's March & More Chicago Photos
Chicago mourned Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., with three former presidents attending, while hundreds marched for Women's Day in a powerful two-week recap.