JoJo’s Shakebar will be serving up its signature “Biggie” shakes and more at two new Chicago locations. Provided JoJo’s Shakebar, the diner perhaps best known for its “decadent” milkshakes, plans to open two new locations this week — one each …
Diner best known for its ‘over-the-top’ milkshakes to open locations at North Ave. Beach and Navy Pier Read MoreThe Maxwell Street area in 1929. Sun-Times files The city deserves a pat on the back — and maybe a complimentary pork chop sandwich — for its decision to bring street vendors back to the Near West Side’s Maxwell Street …
Bringing back Old Maxwell Street is a worthy tribute to Chicago history Read MoreA boy, 15, was walking in an alley near the 3800 block of West Lawrence Avenue at 3 p.m. when someone in a black sedan drove by and shot at him, hitting him in the left leg, police said. Sun-Times …
Teen boy, 17, found shot in Englewood home Read MoreChicago Police Department | Sun-Times file photo Sun-Times file photo A person was killed in a shooting Monday afternoon in the Gresham neighborhood. The male, whose age wasn’t known, was found in a home in the 7700 block of South …
Person shot, killed in Gresham Read MoreThe 33-story residential tower Cassidy on Canal at 350 N. Canal St. Pat Nabong/Sun-Times Residents were welcomed last week into one of Chicago’s newest luxury apartment building — once home to the five-story warehouse Cassidy Tire in Fulton River District …
Fulton River District’s newest luxury high-rise Cassidy on Canal welcomes first residents Read MoreA graduating School of the Art Institute student holds up a Palestinian flag before accepting their diploma during SAIC’s commencement ceremony at the Wintrust Arena. Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times Students at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago protested the …
At School of the Art Institute of Chicago commencement, students protest Israel-Hamas war Read MoreA string of severe storms is expected to pass across Chicago and northern Illinois on Tuesday, bringing thunderstorms, hail and strong winds. Sun-Times file A round of severe storms will be making its way through the Chicago area Tuesday, weather …
Chicago area at risk for severe storms, damaging winds Tuesday Read MoreDallas Wings guard Arike Ogunbowale, left, drives against Chicago Sky guard Marina Mabrey (4) during the first half of a WNBA basketball game Wednesday, May 15, 2024, in Arlington, Texas. Brandon Wade/AP The debuts are done, and the theories for …
Is a sixth straight playoff appearance possible for the new-look Sky? Read MoreDan Ware owns Toto Tours, which serves a mostly gay clientele. He advises clients to be on the alert and avoid gatherings where there’s confrontation or a sign of protest. Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times The gay community is often subjected to …
LGBTQ+ international travelers warned of Pride threats Read MoreFormer Michigan running back Blake Corum was paid at least $480,000 in NIL money last season, and former Wolverines quarterback J.J. McCarthy also cashed in on the school’s run to the national title. Jose Juarez/AP Until recently, if you were …
NCAA feared paying athletes would ruin college sports, but it hasn’t, of course Read MoreCody Bellinger and the Cubs offense need help the time after a couple of quiet weeks. Quinn Harris/Getty Images Cubs third baseman Christopher Morel’s sacrifice fly with runners at second and third in the sixth inning Sunday had the looks …
Cubs’ offense, with reinforcements coming, is hopeful it can turn the corner Read MoreLane’s Sebastian Wilson (31) celebrates with Ethan Borggren (24) during the city championship game against Kenwood at Wrigley Field. Kirsten Stickney/For the Sun-Times Lane senior Oliver Evans leaped off the mound at Wrigley Field, threw his glove into the air …
Lane beats Kenwood to win the city title and celebrates twice after a bizarre ending Read MoreWhite Sox starting pitcher Brad Keller leaves during the fifth inning of a game against the New York Yankees on May 18, 2024, in New York. The Yankees won 6-1. Frank Franklin II/AP TORONTO — With right-handed reliever Dominic Leone …
White Sox DFA Brad Keller, lose to Blue Jays in series opener Read MoreWhite Sox starting pitcher Garrett Crochet delivers against the Twins on April 24, 2024, in Minneapolis. Abbie Parr/AP TORONTO — Just what do the White Sox have in Garrett Crochet? Potentially a left-hander to lead their pitching staff for years …
Garrett Crochet ‘making it look too easy’ in first go as White Sox starter Read MoreJessica Gunning refuses to watch the ‘real Martha’s’ interview with Piers Morgan (Piers Morgan Uncensored / Netflix) Baby Reindeer’s Jessica Gunning has responded to Piers Morgan’s controversial interview with the woman claiming to be the ‘real Martha’, Fiona Harvey. For …
Baby Reindeer’s Jessica Gunning makes feelings on Piers Morgan’s ‘real Martha interview’ crystal clear Read MoreJoseph Weiss appears at the Dirksen Federal Courthouse on Monday. Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times Joseph Weiss, brother of convicted businessman James Weiss, pleaded guilty Monday to lying to the FBI and the IRS about James Weiss’ ties to the late Chicago mobster …
Brother of convicted businessman James Weiss pleads guilty to lying to FBI, IRS Read MoreThe Cleveland Browns have waived quarterback Jacob Sirmon ahead of the start of organized team activities. Sirmon tried out at the Browns’ rookie minicamp from May 10-12 and was signed shortly after. He was among seven players invited to try …
Browns Cut Ties With Quarterback in Interesting Reversal Read MoreFollowing a Conference Semifinals ending to 2023-2024, the New York Knicks will head back to the drawing board, looking for avenues and means to upgrade the roster. Among the pending roster decisions, will be adjustments in the second unit and …
Knicks Are No. 2 Betting Favorite to Land Controversial Thunder Guard Read MoreMove over Los Angeles Dodgers, a new top dog is taking over the block. The latest MLB Power Rankings are out and the Philadelphia Phillies have commandeered the #1 ranking. The Phillies currently have the best record in baseball at …
Phillies #1 in Power Rankings: Is This Bryce Harper’s Last Shot at a World Series Ring? Read MoreWe Hear You: Meet the Sun-Times and WBEZ Newsrooms in South Shore on June 13. Join members of both the Sun-Times and WBEZ newsrooms for one-on-one conversations about our reporting. At this event, you can ask us your questions, let …
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