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Softball Welcomes Five for National Signing Day

CHICAGO – The UIC softball team has announced the signing of five freshmen on National Signing Day for the 2028 season. Ella Arana, Lilly Carver, Gianna Furlano, Isla Kapellas, and Laila Darden are set to join the Flames in the Fall of 2027. Ella Arana | Outfielder | Crystal...

Chicago, IL · 1d
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Riverside adopts 4-year police union contract

Riverside trustees approved a new collective bargaining agreement on Thursday, Nov. 5, between the village and the Fraternal Order of Police, which represents Riverside’s officers and sergeants. The deal is retroactive to Jan. 1, 2026, and will expire Dec. 31, 2029. The new contract was established through negotiations that...

Riverside, IL · 2d
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NIU Basketball Coach Honors Mike Ditka With Amazing Outfit He Tied Together By Turning His Beard Into A Mustache

The sports world lost a legend last month when Mike Ditka passed away at the age of 86. The man who played for and coached the Bears was an almost mythical figure in Chicago and the surrounding area, and NIU’s new basketball coach absolutely nailed the tribute we were treated to when he headed out […] The post NIU Basketball Coach Honors Mike Ditka With Amazing Outfit He Tied Together By Turning His Beard Into A Mustache appeared first on BroBible.

Dekalb, IL · 1d
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Switch installation celebrated at Pullman historic park

CHICAGO — Visitors to the 19th-century Pullman factory complex on Chicago’s South Side frequently ask, “Where are the railcars?” The first step in eliminating that question took place when Norfolk Southern recently reinstalled a switch on an industrial lead two blocks east of the site that was once the conduit in and out of the [...] Read More...

Chicago, IL · 2d

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IRM Acquires Train of CB&Q Gallery Cars

The Illinois Railway Museum has acquired a second complete and operational train of bi-level “gallery cars.” The three stainless-steel Chicago Burlington & Quincy cars, including two coaches and a cab car, arrived at the Museum on November 11, 2026. Cars 702 and 709 were built by the Budd Company of Philadelphia in 1950 and were among the very first gallery cars ever constructed. Cab car 791 was built in 1965 and was part of the Burlington’s original order for cab cars, which enabled the railroad to inaugurate push-pull commuter service.

Chicago, IL · 1d

WTTW - Chicago PBS

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Caroling, Trees and the Christkindlmarket — Celebrate the Holidays With These Classic Chicago Traditions

From a mug of hot glühwein at the Christkindlmarket to a trip to the Walnut Room’s Great Tree, there are some Chicago activities that have become iconic holiday traditions. Read on for opportunities to shop, snack, carol and ride holiday trains. Christkindlmarket. The beloved German-style market is returning...

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Ramblers Come Back to Defeat Red Wolves

CHICAGO -- In a midweek matchup at home, sophomore MD Ntambue hit the buzzer-beating shot to lead Loyola Chicago over Arkansas State on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The Ramblers (2-1, 0-0 A10) had three players in double figures, led by Ntambue with 16 points, six rebounds and four assists -- all career-bests. Sophomore Angela Le Faou also had a career night, adding 15 points and six rebounds, and junior Gabby Wilke helped out with a season-best 10 points from the bench.

Chicago, IL · 1d

Axios Chicago

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Alley cafes and plants in the Pedway: 3 ideas to transform Chicago's State Street

From more green space to interactive installations, three winning proposals reimagine what could make Chicago's State Street "that great street" once again. Why it matters: The plans could help breathe new life into a part of the Loop that was once a retail, cultural and social attraction. Driving the news: The Chicago Architectural Club, World Business Chicago and other civic organizations on Wednesday announced the winners of this year's Burnham Prize . Context: In April, the groups called for ideas for "The Future of State" — ways to make State Street a vibrant, inviting and modern urban center. Zoom in: The three winning projects take different approaches to best utilize what already exists along State Street, as well as what new infrastructure is needed. Thickness: From Corridor to Urban Field focuses on the spaces between the buildings. It would turn parking lots into green space, alleys and the Pedway into spots to meet and drink and build elevated walkways to move through the Loop. Unlocking State Street centers on the Chicago Federal Center block, a Mies van der Rohe-designed complex surrounded by Dearborn, Clark and Adams Streets and Jackson Boulevard. The plan would move the security barriers that exist around

Chicago, IL · 1d

Chicago Parents

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Step into Cleopatra's world: Immersive exhibition makes Chicago debut

The last queen of ancient Egypt is coming to the suburbs. “Cleopatra, The Immersive Exhibition” opens Friday, Nov. 20, at EXP Rosemont, marking the show's North American premiere. Key takeaways. The bigger picture: Cleopatra, The Immersive Exhibition makes its North American debut at EXP Rosemont on Friday, Nov....

Chicago, IL · 6h

Willow and Hearth

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HUD Launches A Public Dashboard Grading Local Housing Authorities From High Performer To Troubled, And 7 Are Already In Substantial Default

Anyone who rents with a housing voucher, lives in public housing or has a family member who does now has a new way to check how the local housing authority […]

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Ground stop issued at O'Hare Airport due to thunderstorms

CHICAGO - A ground stop was issued at O'Hare Airport on Wednesday afternoon due to thunderstorms. Gifting Devices? Get Up To 50% Off WebrootWebroot |. The Federal Aviation Administration ordered departures to O'Hare to remain grounded from 1 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. with a 30% to 60% probability of being extended.

Chicago, IL · 2d

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One More Race to Indianapolis

With the announcements of the College Football Playoff expansion and next month marking the final Discover Big Ten Football Championship Game, Indianapolis will be home to the title game one last time. The two participants are yet to be determined, and with only a few weeks remaining, everything is to play for.

Rosemont, IL · 22h

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Chicago Bochurim Hear Firsthand from the Rebbe’s Cardiologist

A group of Shluchim from Lubavitch Mesivta of Chicago visited the Rebbe’s cardiologist, Dr. Ira Weiss, on Rosh Chodesh Kislev for a special farbrengen and an opportunity to hear firsthand stories about the Rebbe. During the visit, the doctor shared memories from his years of connection with the Rebbe,...

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Caputo rolling out burrata in smaller format

MELROSE PARK, ILL. — Caputo Cheese introduced a 2 oz burrata format for retail and foodservice customers, expanding its fresh mozzarella portfolio with a smaller, individual portion. The new product features a fresh mozzarella exterior filled with stracciatella, a mixture of shredded mozzarella and cream. Its smaller size offers...

Melrose Park, IL · 2d

NBC Chicago

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Major crash closes eastbound lanes on I-88

The rollover crash was creating major traffic problems in the western suburbs for the Thursday morning commute.

Chicago, IL · 1d

POLITICO

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A political musical chairs game

Happy Veterans Day, Illinois. Today, and every day, we’re grateful to those who served. TOP TALKER WHAT IF? One big political move could trigger a chain reaction of vacancies in Illinois. From the governor’s mansion to City Hall and the county board, here’s how succession dominoes could fall. Starting at the top: If Gov. JB Pritzker were to run and win the presidency, he would resign as Illinois’ top elected official and incoming Lt. Gov. Christian Mitchell would take over as governor. No special election is required under the Illinois Constitution. That’s what happened when former Lt. Gov. Pat Quinn became governor in 2009 after then-Gov. Rod Blagojevich was removed from office. If Mitchell moves into the governor’s office, his former office would “remain vacant until the end of the term,” per the Illinois Constitution. The calendar matters: If Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias wins the Chicago mayor’s race next year, the governor would appoint someone to fill the seat, and a 28-month calculation would kick in: Under the Illinois Election Code , if more than 28 months remain in Giannoulias’ term, voters would choose a successor at the next general election. Otherwise, an appointee would serve out the term.

Illinois · 2d

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ABC7 Chicago's Ryan Chiaverini celebrates 100 years of Route 66 with road trip from pier to pier

ABC7 Chicago's Ryan Chiaverini celebrated 100 years of Route 66 with a road trip from pier to pier.

Chicago, IL · 23h

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SXU honors Police Chief Dan Murphy for military service

Saint Xavier University Police Chief Dan Murphy has spent much of his life looking out for others. From his years in the U.S. Air Force to a 30-year career in law enforcement, Murphy has built his career around service, responsibility and protecting his community. Those years of service were recognized...

Chicago, IL · 23h

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This Nostalgic Illinois Diner Serves Chicago Deli Classics With A Side Of Old-School Charm

The house potatoes here get cooked in beef tallow. That one detail alone made me sit up and pay attention. Then there’s the homemade root beer, poured at a spot that also serves matzo ball soup, lox, and a Reuben with a name you won’t forget. Breakfast runs all day, so pancakes at dinnertime are completely fair game.

Chicago, IL · 12h

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Nearly $900,000 Raised to Improve Healthcare Access in Chicago and Milwaukee

CHICAGO, IL — A major fundraising initiative is bringing renewed attention to healthcare disparities and the need for greater investment in historically underserved communities across Chicago and Milwaukee. Advocate Health announced that its annual GATHER fundraising event raised nearly $900,000 to support healthcare access initiatives on Chicago’s South Side...

Chicago, IL · 2d