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According to this year’s Happy City index, 31 cities from around the globe were given “gold” status, the highest rank on the list.

In addition to hazardous heat and humidity, gusty winds are expected to create a “blast furnace” effect in the Chicago area.

Chicago police said a man was shot on the sidewalk in River North Friday.

From McDonald’s and Wendy’s to Panera Bread, here’s when restaurant chains across the Chicago area stop serving breakfast.

A milkshake inspired by the viral Dubai chocolate pistachio bar will soon be sold at Shake Shack locations across the country.

Next month, reconstructed Lawrence, Argyle, Berwyn and Bryn Mawr stations will open as part of the CTA’s Red and Purple Modernization Project.

The Palatine Fire Department responded to reports of a baby delivery Friday on Southbound Route 53 and Palatine Road.

As a dangerous heat wave approaches the Chicago area, more than just searing sunshine poses a health risk.

NASCAR enthusiasts will have the chance to meet star racers ahead of the street race in downtown Chicago next month.

The Chicago Pride Parade will soon step off, but for those who aren’t able to make it in person, you’ll still be able to watch the vibrant floats and crowds as they travel through city streets.

Four Chicago zip codes are some of the most at-risk locations when it comes to dangerous heat waves and temperatures like those arriving this weekend in the city, health officials said Friday.

For the third year in a row, Taste of Chicago, the city’s annual food festival, will take place in September, despite historically being celebrated in July.

The Fashion Outlets of Chicago, in suburban Rosemont, just ranked high on a list of the best outlet malls in the country.