WINDY CITY

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot's reelection loss should serve as a “wake-up call” for other mayors who prioritize similar policies or actions, according to some political insiders.

Jesse Watters discusses how the people of Chicago finally voted Mayor Lori Lightfoot out of office and her record as mayor on "Jesse Watters Primetime."

Chicago residents praised Mayor Lori Lightfoot's Tuesday night ousting, warning her 'woke agenda is not working' for the Windy City as crime soars.

Illinois State Sen. Willie Preston called the COVID learning loss in Chicago schools a 'serious issue' as families continue to battle the effects of lockdowns

After the matter drew attention from national and social media, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot discussed the homeless encampments at Chicago's O'Hare Airport on Thursday.

Fox News Digital found at least 44 instances in which concealed carry holders in Chicago thwarted crimes or attacks since 2020 amid anti-cop sentiment in the U.S.

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is facing a wave of criticism online after reports of homeless encampments inside O'Hare Airport have gone viral on Twitter.

Chicago's West Side saw nine armed robberies within the span of just over an hour as crime continues to rise in the Windy City, according to the Chicago Police Department.

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot garnered intense criticism for dancing at a Lunar New Year parade as crime skyrockets throughout The Windy City.

Willie Wilson, entrepreneur and McDonalds franchisee running for mayor of Chicago, slammed Lori Lightfoot over the city's crime crisis.

Vintage Chicago Tribune offers a look back at events, places and people involved in shaping Chicago’s past, present and future, in ways both small and big.

'The Five' co-hosts break down Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot's decision to seek re-election and reports her campaign reportedly asked schools to offer extra credit to students who help volunteer for her campaign.

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot's team asked Chicago Public Schools to offer 'class credit' to students who volunteer for her re-election campaign.

Good afternoon, Chicago. Here's what is happening today.

There's something magical about waking up on Christmas morning with snow on the ground, and chances are increasing that millions of people will get to experience a white Christmas this year.

In 2016, President Obama signed a law removing the word "oriental" from federal language and replacing it with "Asian Americans."

Chicago police said that Thanksgiving weekend saw 24 reported shootings, 31 shooting victims, including four juveniles, and at least six murders across the Windy City.

A 23-year-old Chicago woman with a concealed-carry permit shot a would-be carjacker in the head as he attempted to enter her car in Calumet Heights at 2 a.m. last Wednesday.

A 23-year-old Chicago woman with a concealed-carry permit shot a would-be carjacker in the head as he attempted to enter her car in Calumet Heights at 2 a.m. last Wednesday.

Seven carjackings were reported on Chicago's West Side in one hour on Friday morning amid a crime spike in the Windy City.

The Chicago mayoral election features a number of candidates and comes amid a spike in crime as incumbent Mayor Lori Lightfoot seeks to retain her post leading the city.

The iconic Chicago sculpture seems to have been flipped over in the drawing, making it look almost like the derriere of the Windy City.

President Biden was set to travel to Chicago, Illinois after a stump in New Mexico without visiting the southern border; Gianno Caldwell reacts on Fox News.

Illinois gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey slammed Governor JB Pritzker during a fiery Tuesday debate, blaming the Chicago's crime crisis on the Democratic incumbent.

Harry Styles was the recipient of a bottle to his groin at his concert in Chicago, but didn't skip a beat or the stage when the incident occurred as seen in viral videos.

A well-known priest in Chicago, Illinois is under investigation for a new sexual abuse of a minor claim. A past allegation against Father Michael Pfleger surfaced in January 2021.

Good afternoon, Chicago. Here's what is happening today.

The Chicago Marathon will start this morning and will include racers in the marathon’s first nonbinary division.

"Our city is in crisis," Chris Kempczinski says, noting rising crime makes it hard to recruit executives.

The liberal deputy floor leader of Chicago City Council blasted the increased crime in the city, saying public safety 'was a joke' and questioned why citizens bother calling the police.

The Chicago Police Department reported 26 shootings and four murders citywide from Friday evening through Sunday, including two people ages 13 and 14, officials said.

Vintage Chicago Tribune offers a look back at events, places and people involved in shaping Chicago’s past, present and future, in ways both small and big.

“Like any immigrant, they come here with hopes and dreams, how can I close my door?” said a woman who opened her Chicago church to the migrants.

Traditional Indigenous foods — like wild rice, bison, fresh vegetables and fruit in the Midwest — are often unavailable or too expensive for Native families in urban areas like Chicago, and the recent inflation spike has propelled these foods even further out of reach.

The tastes of the Windy City are coming to the City Beautiful this weekend.

More than 2,000 fans of the iconic 1980s sitcom, “The Golden Girls,” are expected to descend on Navy Pier through Sunday to celebrate all things Dorothy, Blanche, Rose and Sophia. It's not just any weekend, it's #GoldenCon Weekend! Fans can snap photos in a recreation of the kitchen where the “girls” always ate cheesecake as well as a giant replica of Sophia’s trademark purse. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 9 Golden Con in photos Drag queen performers dressed as characters from "The Golden Girls" pose for a photo at the Navy Pier in Chicago, Friday, April 22, 2022. The show, which ran from 1985-1992, starred Bea Arthur, Rue McClanahan, Estelle Getty and Betty White—who died at age 99 in December.

If you’re anything like me, you love to travel. And after being inside for more than two years, I am absolutely ready to get back out there and visit some of my favorite cities.

APTOPIX Kansas Miami Basketball Kansas head coach Bill Self and players hold up the winning trophy after a college basketball game in the Elite 8 round of the NCAA tournament against Miami Sunday, March 27, 2022, in Chicago. The Jayhawks trailed by six points at halftime but outscored Miami 47-15 in the final 20 minutes. 1 seed left in the NCAA Tournament, won the Midwest for the 13th time with its ninth consecutive victory overall. SWEET HOME CHICAGOKansas improved to 6-0 in NCAA Tournament games played in the Windy City. Miami finished with 14 turnovers, compared to 11 for Kansas.

Whether you’re just a road trip away from Chicago, you go there on business every so often, or you’d love to visit someday, it’s truly a fantastic city, with so much to offer.

I thought I knew a lot about the Midwest city before my inaugural trip, but I loved learning about the architecture, neighborhoods, and art scene.

Flights into and out of Chicago and Denver continue to be scrubbed, adding to holiday season travel misery.

A Chicago jury Thursday has reached verdicts on all six charges against "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett, who is accused of falsely reporting he was the victim

Catalyst and Route 66 take two very different approaches to selling one of America's iconic foods.

Candace Parker wore a wire as she dropped 17 points, eight rebounds, and three assists against the Phoenix Mercury during Game 1 of the WNBA Finals.

Restaurants like Buona Beef in Chicago are giving their menus a makeover as diners search for more plant-based options.

Restaurants like Buona Beef in Chicago are giving their menus a makeover as diners search for more plant-based options.

Curbing gang violence FILE PHOTO: Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot may soon have the city sue gang members as a way to curb violence. (Charles Rex Arbogast/AP)CHICAGO — Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is embarking on a unique way to curb violence in the Windy City. >> Read more trending newsShe announced that she could be using the Illinois Street Gang Prevention Act to hit gang members where it hurts — their wallets, the Chicago Sun-Times reported. Under the act, the city can sue gang members to take their assets. The ordinace will have to be approved by Chicago’s city council before it becomes a law, WFLD reported.

Three people were hospitalized Sunday after smashing through a plate-glass window outside of the Lollapalooza music festival in Chicago.

No organization has done more than the NRA to put Americans in the line of fire. The crime wave is really a gun wave, and the death toll is spiking.

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot claimed most of her critics do not attack her over her policies but because of her gender and her race.

Chicago is known as the Second City, but when it comes to the size of single-family homes, the Windy City takes the top spot. Among the country’s 20 largest metropolitan areas, Chicago takes first place for having the biggest homes, according to data from a recent study. When it comes to apartment sizes though, the city falls toward the bottom of the list, with its average apartment growing smaller over time.

Anticipating its newest restaurant opening in Lake Buena Vista , at the intersection of Palm Parkway and Daryl Carter Boulevard, Portillo's is bringing its renowned fast casual Chicago cuisine to O-Town on wheels.Since the Buena Vista location won't open until later this year, the Portillo's Beef Bus is filling in the gap at Icon Park (you read that right! The bus will be open 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.The Portillo's Beef Bus also stopped at the Florida State Fair in Tampa earlier this month, but now it's Orlando's turn to bask in the Chicago-style glory. Our small but mighty local team works tirelessly to bring you high-quality, uncensored news and cultural coverage of Central Florida. Unlike many newspapers, ours is free and we'd like to keep it that way, because we believe, now more than ever, everyone deserves access to accurate, independent coverage of their community. Whether it's a one-time acknowledgement of this article or an ongoing pledge, your support helps keep Orlandos true free press

Young soul rebels Fat Night may have left their hometown environs for the Windy City a couple of years back, but they're returning over the holidays to play not one, but two sets at Will's Pub on the night after Xmas. Fat Night play Will's Pub on Thursday, Dec. 26, at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased here. Our small but mighty local team works tirelessly to bring you high-quality, uncensored news and cultural coverage of Central Florida. Unlike many newspapers, ours is free and we'd like to keep it that way, because we believe, now more than ever, everyone deserves access to accurate, independent coverage of their community. Whether it's a one-time acknowledgement of this article or an ongoing pledge, your support helps keep Orlandos true free press