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Glen Tullman Opens High-End Magic Palace in Chicago
BusinessNYT2d ago

Glen Tullman Opens High-End Magic Palace in Chicago

Entrepreneur Glen Tullman has launched a $50 million luxury magic venue in Chicago, betting on public interest in high-end magical entertainment. The new "magic palace" aims to offer a sophisticated setting for watching magicians.

Jack Black Inducted into SNL Five-Timers Club
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Jack Black Inducted into SNL Five-Timers Club

Actor and comedian Jack Black hosted Saturday Night Live for the fifth time, earning him entry into the exclusive Five-Timers Club, celebrated with cameos from Tina Fey, Jonah Hill, and Melissa McCarthy.

Megan Thee Stallion Hospitalized After Falling Ill During Broadway Performance
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Megan Thee Stallion Hospitalized After Falling Ill During Broadway Performance

Rapper Megan Thee Stallion was rushed to a New York City hospital after falling 'very ill' mid-way through a performance of 'Moulin Rouge! The Musical' on Broadway, forcing her to exit the show. Her symptoms are currently being evaluated, with reports from German and Norwegian media confirming her hospitalization.

Marlins Defeat White Sox 9-2 in Miami
WorldYahoo8d ago

Marlins Defeat White Sox 9-2 in Miami

The Miami Marlins routed the Chicago White Sox 9-2, with the South Siders stumbling after the third inning and spoiling Erick Fedde’s five-inning start.

NBC Renews 'One Chicago' Franchise Through 2026-27 Season
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NBC Renews 'One Chicago' Franchise Through 2026-27 Season

NBC has announced the collective renewal of its popular 'One Chicago' franchise, picking up 'Chicago Fire' for Season 15, 'Chicago P.D.' for Season 14, and 'Chicago Med' for Season 12, extending their run through the 2026-27 season, with all three series confirmed to return in fall 2026.

Police Detail Arrest of Jose Medina in Sheridan Gorman Murder Case
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Police Detail Arrest of Jose Medina in Sheridan Gorman Murder Case

Chicago police have detailed how Jose Medina, accused of killing college student Sheridan Gorman, was identified and caught after surveillance footage captured his distinctive limp. Gorman's family previously released a statement expressing disappointment.

Off Duty: The Crime
CultureThe Guardian22d ago

Off Duty: The Crime

On the evening of 29 December 2011, Officer Clifton Lewis was moonlighting as a security guard at a Chicago minimart when two men walked in.

Charli xcx, Tate McRae, Lorde to Headline Lollapalooza 2026
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Charli xcx, Tate McRae, Lorde to Headline Lollapalooza 2026

Charli xcx, Tate McRae and Lorde are just a few of the artists headlining Lollapalooza 2026, taking place in Chicago from July 30-August 2. Additional headliners for the annual festival include Olivia Dean, John Summit, Jennie, the Smashing Pumpkins and the XX. Among the long list of artists scheduled to perform are Lil Uzi Vert, […]

Obama's Presidential Center Seeking 100 Unpaid Volunteers To Staff Lavish Facility
Politicszerohedge23d ago

Obama's Presidential Center Seeking 100 Unpaid Volunteers To Staff Lavish Facility

Obama's Presidential Center Seeking 100 Unpaid Volunteers To Staff Lavish Facility Authored by Bryan Hyde via American Greatness, Former president Barack Obama’s foundation has announced that it will be launching its lavish $850 million presidential center in Chicago in June and is seeking unpaid volunteers to help staff the facility. That may seem on brand for a former president who has made volunteerism a central tenet of his civic career since his beginnings as a community...

Southwest is pulling the plug on flights from Chicago O'Hare and Washington Dulles
BusinessBusiness Insider23d ago

Southwest is pulling the plug on flights from Chicago O'Hare and Washington Dulles

A Southwest Airlines jet flies past the Capitol as it prepares to land at Reagan National Airport. Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images Southwest Airlines will no longer serve Chicago O'Hare and Washington Dulles starting June 4. It will still fly from Chicago Midway, Baltimore/Washington International, and Reagan National. Midway and Baltimore are Southwest hubs, but it has a small presence at O'Hare and Dulles. Southwest Airlines is retreating to its strongholds. It announced lat...

Will This Make Chicago Safe?
Politicszerohedge24d ago

Will This Make Chicago Safe?

Will This Make Chicago Safe? Authored by Steve Watson via Modernity.news, An ultimatum issued by the Trump administration has pushed the Chicago Transit Authority to unveil a beefed-up…

Bulgarian School in Chicago Has Funding Restored
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Bulgarian School in Chicago Has Funding Restored

Education Minister Sergey Ignatov has reinstated funding for the 'Small Bulgarian School in Chicago,' returning it to the list of Bulgarian Sunday schools abroad after it was previously removed due to financial allegations.

Illinois Voters Elect New Generation of Democrats in House, Senate
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Illinois Voters Elect New Generation of Democrats in House, Senate

Following near-record retirements, Illinois voters have elected a new generation of Democrats to the House and Senate, with results coming in after primary elections held amidst cold weather.

Oakland homicides fall to 25-year low – how did it stem the violence?
PoliticsThe Guardian23d ago

Oakland homicides fall to 25-year low – how did it stem the violence?

Despite Trump’s claims, California city has found success in lowering deadly violence, thanks to pioneering efforts to steer people down a different path In the summer of 2025, as Donald Trump rolled out his plan to deploy the national guard to Washington DC and Chicago, he suggested other American cities were overrun with violence and could soon see federal troops: Memphis, Los Angeles, New York. Oakland, the president argued, was beyond saving. “And then you have, of course, Baltimore and O...

Friko's Indie Rock and Other New Tracks Reviewed
CultureThe Guardian6d ago

Friko's Indie Rock and Other New Tracks Reviewed

A review highlights the inventive and radiant indie rock of Chicago band Friko, recommending their music for fans of Modest Mouse and Wilco. The review also covers other best new tracks of the week, mentioning Friko's second album, 'Something Worth Waiting For.'

Federal Judge Halts Trump's White House Ballroom Project, Citing Need for Congressional Approval
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Federal Judge Halts Trump's White House Ballroom Project, Citing Need for Congressional Approval

A U.S. federal judge has temporarily blocked President Trump's White House ballroom project, stating that Congress must authorize the construction before it can proceed. The ruling, which suspends the $400 million endeavor, represents a significant setback for the Department of Justice, with the judge specifying that the President is not the 'owner' of the White House, requiring Congressional consent for the project.

Celebrities Join 'No Kings' Anti-Trump Protests Across US
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Celebrities Join 'No Kings' Anti-Trump Protests Across US

The third wave of 'No Kings' protests against Donald Trump has swept across over three thousand locations in the United States, with celebrities like Bruce Springsteen, Jane Fonda, and Joan Baez joining millions of demonstrators.

Loyola Student Killing Sparks Outrage, Suspect Appears in Court
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Loyola Student Killing Sparks Outrage, Suspect Appears in Court

Jose Medina, a Venezuelan illegal immigrant previously released under Biden and accused of fatally shooting 18-year-old Loyola University Chicago student Sheridan Gorman, was hauled into court following his latest arrest. The killing has sparked outrage, with critics slamming Chicago's 'revolving door' justice system and the victim's family demanding accountability.

Trump Scolds Reporter on Air Force One, Blasts ABC News
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Trump Scolds Reporter on Air Force One, Blasts ABC News

US President Donald Trump became angry with an ABC News reporter on Air Force One, calling her 'very obnoxious' for a question about sending troops to the Middle East and blasting ABC News as 'most corrupt'.