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From lagers to pale ale, breweries across Illinois on Friday kicked off a week-long celebration to mark the start of the summer craft beer season. “It’s just a really great time for a lot of these craft beer lovers to get together, drink, and hang out and try new and exciting products,” said Tony Dziura, the national sales director...

Two men from the Chicago suburbs are on a mission to raise awareness about Parkinson’s Disease by cycling across the United States.

Organizers with Special Olympics Chicago helped get this year’s opening ceremony for the spring games underway, with participants gathering Friday morning at Soldier Field.

As the man accused of killing Chicago Police Officer Luis Huesca appeared in court Friday, prosecutors detailed what they say happened in the moments before and after the fatal shooting.

After a week in the Chicago area that included both summer-like temperatures and a dose of thunderstorms, this weekend is poised to offer potentially a little bit of both.

Lasagna is a staple on many Italian-American menus across the U.S. And according to a new article, one of the best lasagnas in the country is at a certain Chicago restaurant.

While Mega Millions and Powerball likely come to mind when players think of big winnings, three lucky Illinois residents came away with $1 million in winnings on the “$10 Million” instant ticket scratch-off game, according to the Illinois Lottery.

Christmas in summertime? At Santa’s Village, it is, and this year, the suburban amusement park is getting a wintery new ride.

Investigators on Friday offered some of the most in-depth details behind their investigation into the murder of Chicago Police Officer Luis Huesca, revealing how they identified and ultimately arrested a suspect in the killing following a days-long manhunt.

Some of Chicago’s most iconic museums are offering free days to Illinois residents and beyond for the month of May.

Google bought the 39-year-old building designed by Chicago architect Helmut Jahn for $105 million in 2022 when Gov. J.B. Pritzker managed to preserve most of the building after several failed attempts by previous governors to demolish it.

One of Chicago’s most iconic ice cream shops is honoring mom’s with a sweet treat this Mother’s Day.