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Chicago Latin Restaurant Weeks returns despite immigration concerns

CBS 2 Chicago - Illinois ·

Chicago's Latin Restaurant Weeks is back, showcasing the best in Latin American cuisine. Co-founder of Latin Restaurant Weeks, Karinn Chavarria-Luckett, said the event is a way to share the stories and contributions of Latin cuisine and display...

Chicago Fire FC adds André Franco on loan from FC Porto

Chicago City Wire - Illinois · August 18, 2025

Chicago Fire FC has acquired midfielder André Franco on loan from FC Porto for the remainder of the 2025 season, with an option to purchase. The Portuguese player will fill an international roster spot. Financial details of the agreement were not...

Music That Endures: An Evening with Wilco

90.9 The Bridge - Missouri · August 18, 2025

This concert recap is made possible by Blue Sage Deli.Wilco is the epitome of dad rock. Thoughtful, introspective and musically complex, their body of work encapsulates the winding road of life. Anticipation was high at The Midland on Thursday,...

Chicago Bears Preview: Odds, Picks & Predictions for the 2025-26 Season

Covers ·

Photo By - Imagn Images. Williams looks to throw the ball to his receiver. For a second straight year, the Chicago Bears won the offseason. After landing the golden arm of Caleb Williams and surrounding the first overall pick with a surplus of...

Illinois’ Strangest Roadside Attraction: Beardless Lincoln

100.9 The Eagle - Illinois · August 18, 2025

Ever been on a road trip and spotted something so unusual you had to do a double-take? Well, Illinois has one of those roadside attractions, and it just might be one of the strangest in the state. Illinois’ Strangest Roadside Attraction Reader’s...

Chicago Public Schools Students Head Back To Class Amid Budget Uncertainty For District

Block Club Chicago - Illinois · August 18, 2025

This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for Chalkbeat Chicago’s free daily newsletter to keep up with the latest education news. CHICAGO — Armed with a school bell and flanked by CPS and union leaders, Chicago Mayor Brandon...

Chicago Mayor Johnson, aviation officials break ground on new O'Hare airport concourse

ABC 7 Chicago - Illinois · August 18, 2025

Monday, August 18, 2025 5:35PM Chicago officials broke ground on a new O'Hare concourse Monday. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson was among those attending a groundbreaking Monday morning for a new concourse at O'Hare International...

Chicago Cubs vs. Milwaukee Brewers Game 1 preview, Monday 8/18, 1:20 CT

Bleed Cubbie Blue - Illinois · August 18, 2025

SITE NOTE 1: As is traditional here at BCB for doubleheaders, there will be only one StoryStream with all the threads for both games. The game preview for Game 2 will post at 5 p.m. CT and will contain a brief summary of Game 1 and all the...

Chicago Rapper Bloodhound Q50 Shuts Down Shooting Rumors While Snorting Mystery Substance On Live

AllHipHop · August 18, 2025

Bloodhound Q50 appeared on Instagram Live, snorting a mystery substance while denying rumors he was shot in St. Louis. Bloodhound Q50 dismissed swirling rumors of his alleged shooting with a chaotic Instagram Live on Sunday night (August 17),...

Sports broadcasts for week of Aug. 18-24

Radio Works - Minnesota · August 18, 2025

Tuesday, Aug. 19: MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL -- Twins vs, Athletics, 6 p.m. pregame, 6:40 p.m. first pitch, KWOA The Fan Wednesday, Aug. 20: MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL -- Twins vs. Athletics, 6 p.m. pregame, 6:40 p.m. first pitch, KWOA The Fan Thursday,...

Chicago weather: Severe T-Storm Watch issued for parts of Chicago area

ABC 7 Chicago - Illinois · August 18, 2025

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for much of the Chicago area Monday. The watch is in effect for Boone, Cook, DeKalb, DuPage, Grundy, Kane, Kendall, Lake, LaSalle, McHenry and Will counties until...

Sports betting roundup: Football bettors gear up, Scottie Scheffler wins again

WTOP - District Columbia · August 18, 2025

Football bettors can rejoice: college football is back. Saturday marks Week 0, with a handful of notable games on deck.… Football bettors can rejoice: college football is back. Saturday marks Week 0, with a handful of notable games on deck. The...

Chicago Fire Host St. Louis CITY SC in MLS Clash Tonight

Chicago Morning Star - Illinois · August 18, 2025

Chicago Fire FC will meet St. Louis CITY SC at SeatGeek Stadium tonight in the teams’ third-ever regular-season matchup. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. CT, with the game available on MLS Season Pass via Apple TV and on local radio through WLS 890 AM...

Kansas City DOMINATES Chicago Once Again | Will the White Sox EVER Win at Kauffman Stadium Again?

WNEP - Pennsylvania ·

The White Sox's Kansas City nightmare continues as they have now lost 14-straight at Kauffman Stadium after getting swept over the weekend by the Royals. Author: wnep.com Published: 12:13 PM EDT August 18, 2025 Updated: 12:13 PM EDT August 18, 2025

SIGH OF RELIEF: Chicago Cubs take series from Pirates

WNEP - Pennsylvania ·

We discuss the Cubs taking the series from the Pirates despite continued struggles on offense. Plus: Cubs/Brewers preview. Author: wnep.com Published: 12:34 PM EDT August 18, 2025 Updated: 12:34 PM EDT August 18, 2025

Bob Odenkirk talks about being an everyman action hero — and about a possible Disco Demolition movie

The Derrick and The News-Herald - Pennsylvania ·

CHICAGO — As with his iconic comedy sketches for “Saturday Night Live” or “Mr. Show,” just give actor and son of Naperville Bob Odenkirk a moment with an idea and he’ll come up with a premise unique and funny enough to steal attention. It...

Former Campers Return to Lead and Inspire at Illinois Valley Summer Camps

Regional Media News - Iowa · August 18, 2025

Illinois Valley Community College’s summer camps welcomed familiar faces this year as former campers Katie Sowers and Cole Haynes returned to lead activities for a new generation. Sowers lent her expertise to art and technology programs, inspiring...

Severe thunderstorm watch in effect for Chicago area

CBS 2 Chicago - Illinois ·

Chicago weather: Increasing storm threat Monday Chicago weather: Increasing storm threat Monday 02:20 Severe storms are approaching the Chicago area on Monday. A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for Boone, Cook, De Kalb, DuPage, Grundy,...

Illinois Man Denied Pre-Trial Release After DUI Crash and Police Chase

ESPN 104.1 FM and 1170AM - Iowa · August 18, 2025

A Batavia man is facing multiple charges after authorities say he caused two crashes and led police on a high-speed chase while intoxicated. Incident Began With Hit-and-Run Report Michael J. Fox, 28, has been charged with aggravated DUI and two...

The 50 best high school movies of all time, from Carrie to Clueless By Mandi Bierly, Tim Stack, Clark Collis, and Michelle Kung

Entertainment Weekly ·

It's easy to see why high school is such a popular setting for movies: Most of us have gone through it, and it's often an emotionally turbulent experience that's rife with both internal and external conflict. Between raging hormones, social...