As Chicago prepares for a large New Year's Eve celebration and fireworks along the lakefront, police say they're ready.

While two of the Chicago area's Christkindlmarkets have closed for the season, those wanting a Germany-style holiday ...

If you’re planning to ring in 2026 downtown, expect packed crowds and a heavy police presence as Chicago rolls out its ...

As thousands of people are expected downtown for New Year's Eve celebrations, Mayor Johnson, the Chicago police, and the ...

Chicago officials are urging residents and visitors to plan ahead and remain vigilant as large crowds are expected downtown ...

Your kids want fireworks for the New Year’s Eve celebration, you want safe fun, and nobody wants to pay “big city party” ...

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At times, 2025 brought deadly chaos to Chicago’s shimmering downtown: An 18-victim mass shooting in River North, the worst the city’s seen in years. The annual Christmas tree lighting marred by two ...

A frenzy of multifamily sales in Chicago boosted the commercial real estate market in the second half of the year. ...

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A Mexican chef has opened up a restaurant in downtown Moline dedicated to the flavors and culture of Latin America.