Chicago Democratic convention leaders ready for anything, see no echoes of 1968 — ‘There is really … no comparison’

The Israel-Hamas war is heightening fears of unrest, but convention leaders say they’re confident in their partnerships with Mayor Brandon Johnson, Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling and the U.S. Read More

‘The Daily Show’ will be in Chicago, Milwaukee for party conventions

The Comedy Central show will have full weeks of broadcasts from the RNC in Milwaukee (July 15-18) and the DNC in Chicago (Aug. 19-22). Read More

Chicago abruptly cancels Cinco de Mayo parade over fears of ‘safety of all in attendance’

An outbreak of gang violence on Sunday forced cops in Chicago to abruptly cancel the Second City’s annual Cinco de Mayo parade, police announced. “Out of an abundance of caution, the Cinco de Mayo ... Read More

Democrats work to keep protests from disrupting Chicago convention, with concerns over parallels to 1968

Protests at 1968's historic Democratic National Convention led to the arrest of hundreds of protesters. Could Democrats see the same at their 2024 convention? Read More

Arts & Entertainment

The Chicago International Film Festival received ... The possibility of the famed indie film festival hosting its program here could be a reality as the event nears the end of its contract in ... Read More

Is Severide Leaving Chicago Fire Again? The *Truth* About His Future

With his break last season and his on-and-off filming schedule in Season 12, it’s understandable why fans are concerned about whether Kelly Severide is leaving Chicago Fire again and what could happen ... Read More

TV Shows That Have Been Cancelled In 2024 So Far

When it comes to TV, you can't get too attached — shows are being canceled left and right in 2024. If you're a fan of any of the programs in this video, we're sorry to say that they've seemingly ... Read More

Dancing With the Stars Is Renewed for Season 33

Kelly Monaco was the first winner on Dancing With the Stars The post Dancing With the Stars Is Renewed for Season 33 appeared first on Soap Hub ... Read More

Taylor Swift Mural in Chicago Contains a Secret ‘Tortured Poets Department’ Message

The countdown to Taylor Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department is on, but what does the number “321” mean? That was the question facing Swifties in Chicago on Monday, April 15, after a mural ... Read More

Health News

a GOP-controlled legislative committee rejected a bill that would have added cases of rape and incest as exceptions to Louisiana’s abortion ban A federal judge says abortion rights advocates can ... Read More

Coronavirus News and Latest Updates on Reported Cases | Yahoo News

The company's stock is now spinning out Thursday morning after missing third-quarter earnings estimates amid a restructuring plan that will lay off 400 employees from Peloton's global workforce. Read More

Arts & Entertainment

The workers at Second City Training Center cited concerns about being paid less than their peers at other Chicago theaters. The newly formed Freeman's Hindman has the largest presence of any art ... Read More