With winter transitioning into spring, Iranian families in Chicago and around the world on Friday will celebrate Nowruz, or ...

Until Republicans shift resources away from long-shot statewide bids and toward building a bench in competitive districts, ...

Before the primary, the Cook Political Report rated the Illinois 4th District race as Solidly Democratic, so the winner of ...

Every Thursday, WTTW News newsletter producer Josh Terry highlights his picks for the week’s must-see cultural events.

The first wave of 2026 NFL free agency re-shaped the image of the league at large. Here's one takeaway for each of the 32 ...

An 18-year-old woman was shot and killed while walking with friends near Loyola University in Rogers Park Thursday morning, ...

Despite a surge of money from Illinois Democrats, Andrade couldn’t hold off Miguel Alvelo Rivera, who positioned himself as a progressive outsider. But Sen. Emil Jones beat back two challengers in the ...

Lorain singer-songwriter Jaclyn Bradley is releasing her newest song “Chicago” on March 20, according to a news release. Bradley is director of Rock Town Music Academy, a music school located on ...

Five Free Press sports writers make their picks for the 2026 NCAA Tournament game between Michigan basketball and Howard.

Here are four things you need to know going into Thursday’s slate of games and see the full schedule below. Whether you watched last year’s tournament or just saw social media highlights, chances are ...