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Mayor Brandon Johnson: Parents and students should make their voices heard this year

The former Chicago Public Schools teacher welcomes families back to school and discusses what this season means to him as mayor.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 30, 2023

Picture Chicago: This week’s 26 can’t miss Sun-Times photos

Beyoncé came to town, a heatwave hit the Chicago area, and thousands flocked to Union Park for the annual Pitchfork Music Festival.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 28, 2023

Future of architecturally important Lakeside Bank branch is up in the air

The bank, originally a groundbreaking library for the blind and disabled designed by Chicago architect Stanley Tigerman, is for sale since its closure, Lee Bey writes.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 27, 2023

Scientists test South Side air, rain to find ways to tackle climate-related problems

Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory say they want to help understand perennial flooding as well as climate-related bad air quality and extreme heat.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 19, 2023

At 100, Lou Mitchell’s diner remains an iconic slice of Americana

The iconic downtown Chicago diner seems frozen in time, from its original wooden stools and winding counter to its good old comfort food served in generous portions.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 19, 2023

‘Fighter for freedom’: Kamala Harris praises legacy of the Rev. Jesse Jackson at Rainbow PUSH Coalition convention

Vice President Harris said that when she was in law school in the 1980s, she had a ‘Jesse Jackson for President’ bumper sticker on her car.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 17, 2023

Picture Chicago: This week’s 15 can’t miss Sun-Times photos

A tornado blew through the Chicago area, anti-violence activists held a die-in protest in Daley Plaza, and the Windy City Smokeout kicked off outside the United Center.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 14, 2023

In ‘Port of Entry,’ stories of Albany Park’s immigrant community takes centerstage

The Albany Park Theater Project and Third Rail Projects have transformed a Northwest Side commercial building to tell the stories of four immigrant families creating a community in Albany Park.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 14, 2023

Windy City Smokeout — world-class barbecue the perfect pairing for world-class music

Some 10,000 sausages, 12,000 pounds of ribs, 18,000 pounds of brisket and 12,000 pounds of pulled pork will be served up at the four-day fest in Chicago.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 13, 2023

To mark 500th day since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Chicagoans gather in protest

More than 200 people stood along North Michigan Avenue to draw attention to the war and the need for the U.S. and allies to continue supporting Ukraine.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 10, 2023