Grace Erwin

Little Village May 12

‘We will not hide': Little Village committed to Mexican Independence Day parade

The recent wave of rising political tensions is not stopping the community from hosting its annual event

Illinois May 12

Woman accused of giving THC candy to children at a suburban park: police

Officers responded to reports of four children becoming “sluggish and fatigued” after consuming candy handed out by an unknown female.

Fires May 11

‘Total loss': Suburban house fire leaves one man critically injured

The Cary Fire Department is responding to a house fire and possible explosion in unincorporated Cary just after 1:30 p.m. Sunday

Astronomy May 11

When is the next full moon? The celestial event is coming up soon

This year, the almanac predicts the celestial event to happen once each month. For the month of May, that day Monday, May 12

CTA Blue Line May 11

CTA Blue Line halted due to ‘medical emergency'

Trains are standing at Logan Square after a “medical emergency” occurred

Food & Drink May 10

Here's a list of Chicago's iconic outdoor dining destinations for summer

Here’s a list of rooftop restaurants and bars offering creative drinks, delicious cuisine and breathtaking views of the city

Food & Drink May 10

Chicago eatery known for Texas-style brisket named best barbecue in Illinois

The list said the restaurant is known for its Texas-style brisket, which is so flavorful it “doesn’t need any sauces”

Museums May 12

Here's a full roundup of Chicago area free museum days for May

Museums across the Chicago area are offering select free admission days to Illinois residents and beyond for the month of May

VATICAN CITY – MAY 08,2025: Newly elected Pope Leo XIV, Robert Prevost arrives on the main central loggia balcony of the St Peter’s Basilica for the first time, after the cardinals ended the conclave, in The Vatican, on May 8, 2025. Robert Francis Prevost was on Thursday elected the first pope from the United States, the Vatican announced. A moderate who was close to Pope Francis and spent years as a missionary in Peru, he becomes the Catholic Church’s 267th pontiff, taking the papal name Leo XIV (Photo credit should read Marco Ravagli/Future Publishing via Getty Images)

Pope Leo XIV May 9

‘Da Pope:' Chicago-inspired Pope Leo XIV swag has already hit the internet

From bobbleheads, to T-shirts, to signs on the marquee at Wrigley Field, Rate Field, and Chicago’s famous Weiner Circle hot dog stand, Pope Leo XIV’s connection to the city is not lost on the community.