Chicago Bears exploring sale of minority stake in franchise | Report

This week on 'The Offseason': The Bears finish their final week of OTAs with QB Caleb Williams and WR Rome Odunze in attendance. The Chicago Tribune's Dan Wiederer joins the show to talk about what we learned during Ben Johnson's first offseason....

Northern Ireland weekly market report - 10 June 2025

Northern Ireland weekly market report - 10 June 2025 UK feed wheat futures (Nov-25) Northern Ireland weekly market report - 10 June 2025Nov-25 UK feed wheat futures rose last week (Friday–Friday) but remained below the 20-day moving average. The...

City of Belleville Finance Committee met June 9

City of Belleville Finance Committee met June 9 Here is the agenda provided by the committee: City Staff: Finance Committee Members: Mayor Jenny Gain Meyer Alderperson Whitaker, Ward 1 – Chairman Jamie Maitret, Finance Director Alderperson Duco,...

Illinois Policymakers Should Think Twice Before Taxing GILTI

Just one day after it was unveiled to the public, Illinois’ budget for fiscal year (FY) 2026 passed the House and Senate. Now, Gov. JB Pritzker (D) has the rest of June to decide whether to sign the budget, veto it, or issue amendatory or...

FBI seek man wanted in bank robbery in Kildeer, Illinois

Chicago challenge for Marie

ANNAN athlete Marie Marshall is currently representing the UK at the HYROX World Championships in Chicago. The event sees the fastest racers from around the world come together to battle it out for the title of ‘Age Group World Champion’. A HYROX...

Chicago, state brace for intense ICE activity

As I write this, multiple news outlets have reported that the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is preparing to deploy its Special Response Teams to five major cities, including Chicago, in the very near future. Mayor Brandon Johnson’s...

Chicago against ICE: "La migra, la policía, la misma porquería" : Report-back from the Demonstrations of June 10

Starting on June 6, Los Angeles erupted in resistance to federal raids targeting immigrants. The unrest rapidly spread around the country. In the following report, participants in a full day of breakaway marches and confrontations in Chicago on...

Explore Chicago uncovered: Cultural journey from Lincoln Park to beyond

Travel News Cultural hotspots to discover in Chicago (Photo credit: Instagrma) New Delhi: Chicago’s 77 diverse neighbourhoods and community areas are a testament to the city’s impactful cultural and architectural heritage, attracting travellers...

Consumer advice on how to avoid getting scammed; tips from the Better Business Bureau's Steve Bernas

WBEZ and the Chicago Sun-Times are taking your questions about all things money. Then, every Monday, we answer your personal finance-related question. This week, we’re solving a problem sent in by Dan in Irving Park: I was contacted in early April...

Chicago Cubs vs. Pittsburgh Pirates preview, Friday 6/13, 1:20 CT

Friday notes... FRIDAY, NOT UNDER THE LIGHTS: This is the Cubs’ sixth Friday afternoon home game of the season. They won the first four before losing to the Reds on May 30. Since Aug. 8, 1988, when the lights were turned on at Wrigley Field, the...

Jim Dey | State, Chicago take different paths on public pension problems

Six months ago, plugged-in Chicago politico Forrest Claypool sounded the alarm about rising pensions debts and called for dramatic action to bring them under control. A longtime Democratic Party stalwart, Claypool charged that “Chicago and...

Illinois investigates Texas sheriff's office use of license plate data

A Texas law enforcement agency reportedly used license plate data shared by a Chicago-area police department in locating a woman for immigration enforcement purposes, despite Illinois state law prohibiting such use. The Johnson County Sheriff's...

Angel Reese called out by Sky GM as fans blast Chicago front office failures

Actualizado 13/06/2025 - 19:23 CDT Angel Reese has been one of the few consistent performers for the struggling Chicago Sky this season. Yet despite her league-leading rebounding numbers and ongoing double-double streaks, it was the 22-year-old...

COMMENTARY: Hoping for a bond market crash to take down MAGA? Please wish for something else

Americans unhappy with President Donald Trump's second term have taken to wishing for something they shouldn't. If only the U.S. Treasury bond market were to crash, the thinking goes, then Trump would be forced to change his policies. Bond traders...

Businessmen in Politics: Hon. Dr Bryan Acheampong, Hon. Kenn...

There are many people who want to be heard right now, but not many of them are worth listening to. Only a handful possess the wisdom gained from real-life experiences, the modesty in selflessness, and the unique combination of foresight and...

Village of Bourbonnais Community & Economic Development Committee met May 14

Village of Bourbonnais Community & Economic Development Committee met May 14. Here are the minutes provided by the committee: 1. Meeting Opening Meeting called to order at 3:30 PM by Trustee Rick Fischer Action, Procedural: A. Roll Call by Trustee...

Illinois Delays Interchange Fee Ban by One Year

On June 1, the Illinois General Assembly passed a bill that, if enacted, will delay the effective date of the Interchange Fee Prohibition Act by one year, from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2026. The law prohibits financial institutions, card networks,...

Chicago Bulls offseason: What we know, what we don't know and potential options for the Bulls

For the third-straight season, the Bulls' season ended at the hands of the Miami Heat in the NBA Play-In Tournament. Bulls' EVP Artūras Karnišovas talked about the end of the season. A big offseason looms for the Chicago Bulls and its executive...

Illinois chains offering freebies, BOGO deals for Friday the 13th. Where to go

Today's Friday the 13th! But there's no need to be superstitious, because many chains in Illinois are celebrating the spooky day by offering customers and rewards members select discounts and freebies. From donuts to subs to flash tattoos, here's...