Riot Fest departure from Douglass Park sparks more debate over costs and gains for the community
Sheila McNary had a somewhat complicated relationship with Riot Fest over the years. The 71-year-old North Lawndale resident ...
Supreme Court strikes down Trump-era ban on rapid-fire rifle bump stocks, reopening political fight
The Supreme Court on Friday struck down a Trump-era ban on bump stocks, the rapid-fire gun accessories used in the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history, in a ruling that threw firearms ...
Illinois basketball star Terrence Shannon Jr. found not guilty in Kansas rape trial
The 23-year-old Chicago native sat motionless as a Douglas County jury returned the unanimous verdict after about 90 minutes of deliberation.
Review: Jon Batiste’s concert at Salt Shed was all about the joy of the music
It was a perfect night for an outdoor show and his fans were ready to let loose. Batiste is just as good at orchestrating the mood of his shows as he is at orchestrating his songs.