Victory Auto Wreckers, featured in famous ’80s TV commercials, is closing up shop The Bensenville wrecking yard where “that old car is worth money,” is set to close Nov. 30 after nearly 80 years. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 13, 2023
Protesters demanding peace in Gaza block escalators at Ogilvie Transportation Center Protesters who were arrested were led out of the building to cheers of “We love you” and “Ceasefire now.” Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 13, 2023
Mayor Brandon Johnson appoints new Chicago health commissioner Dr. Olusimbo “Simbo” Ige, managing director of programs at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, becomes the first Black woman to serve as Chicago’s public health commissioner. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 13, 2023
Pandas are leaving U.S. zoos. They made their American debut in Chicago. The departure of Mei Xiang, Tian Tian and their cub Xiao Qi Ji at the National Zoo means the only giant pandas left in the United States are at the Atlanta Zoo. The first live panda seen in the United States arrived at Brookfield Zoo in 1937. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 13, 2023
Only romance bookstore in Chicago off to a happy beginning Founder of Last Chapter Book Shop in Roscoe Village says about 2,500 customers each week visit the emporium devoted to romance novels. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 13, 2023
110-year-old Stewarts Coffee stands up to the competitive grind Overshadowed by national brands, the small local company sees more grocery distribution and other sales outlets, doing it all with a staff of four people. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 13, 2023
Peoples Gas rate hike would hurt Chicagoans struggling to pay utility bills, advocates say The higher charge would result in an average monthly bill increase of $11.83 — or $141.96 a year. A vote is set for Thursday. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 13, 2023
Pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian protesters rally in Chicago, Northbrook A large gathering in Streeterville sought to draw attention to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, while in Northbrook, pro-Israeli demonstrators call for the release of nearly 240 hostages being held by Hamas. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 13, 2023
Veterans honored in Chicago and beyond: ‘They went with hope’ More than a hundred people gathered at Soldier Field to thank current and former service members for their sacrifices. “It feels good,” said Andrew Brown, who’s among more than 65,000 veterans living in Chicago. “Just being recognized as a veteran.” Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 11, 2023
Racial profiling isn’t just a traffic thing. For Black people, it’s everywhere The racial inequities in traffic stops, with Black motorists far more likely to be stopped than whites, are not the only evidence of racial suspicion and profiling that Black people experience, Alden Loury writes. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 11, 2023
Backstage with Hannibal Buress at the Chicago Theatre The Sun-Times spent more than eight hours with the comedian/singer as he prepared for and presented his recent headlining show at the 312 Comedy Festival. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 11, 2023
Hundreds gather in Brighton Park to oppose proposed migrant camp Plans call for the camp to be built on a vacant lot near West 38th Street and South California Avenue, costing the city $91,400-a-month. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 11, 2023
CTU got what it wanted with elected school board bill, then did an about face Stacy Davis Gates complained online that reporters didn’t ask the CTU about the union’s reasons for not supporting a bill that would have given it a fully elected board right away. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 10, 2023
Grand Lux Cafe’s pending closure saddens customers The restaurant announced Thursday its last day serving customers will be Christmas Eve. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 10, 2023
Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 10, 2023 Chicago’s Smyth joins elite group of Michelin three-star restaurants John Shields, the executive chef at the West Loop eatery, said the honor was “a complete shock.”
Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 10, 2023 I was a CPS student in underserved neighborhoods, and I wasn’t prepared for college Because the environment of a public school in an under-resourced neighborhood does not engage the minds of students, those who do enroll in college struggle, a former CPS student writes.
Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 10, 2023 City shuts down Calumet Fisheries for signs of rodents, but owner smells something fishy: ‘We got a bad deal’ The Chicago Department of Public Health shut down Calumet Fisheries Oct. 31.
Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 10, 2023 2024 Grammy nominations: SZA leads with 9 nods, Taylor Swift poised to make history “Kill Bill,” “SOS,” “Snooze” score for alt/R&B songstress SZA. If Swift wins the prestigious album of the year, she will be the first to earn the honor four times.
Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 10, 2023 Did you know there are palm trees at Navy Pier? They are dying, these are people trying to save them The Crystal Gardens will soon be demolished to make way for an immersive theater exhibit. Local artists are trying to save the plants inside.
Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 10, 2023 Picture Chicago: 18 must-see Sun-Times photos from this week in news The historic corruption trial for former Ald. Edward Burke (14th) started at the Dirksen Federal Courthouse, a 10-year-old boy was shot and seriously wounded in Burnside, and the Obamas returned to Chicago to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the 2008 election.
Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 10, 2023 Duk’s Red Hots on Ashland closing; ‘face-lift’ and new concept are on the way The West Town eatery will drop its name and renovate the restaurant under new management in 2024.
Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 10, 2023 Forever chemicals’ toxic legacy at Chicago’s airports Firefighting foam with PFAS contaminated groundwater under Chicago airports.
Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 10, 2023 Polling Place: Is Cubs’ Craig Counsell already the best pro coach/manager in town? We tend to get a big overexcited for new coaches around here — setting ourselves up for much disappointment — but Counsell walks in with a pristine reputation and loads of credibility.
Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 10, 2023 Brandon Johnson wasn’t supposed to take campaign money from city contractors, but he did A campaign aide calls it an “oversight” and says $46,500 is being returned, agreeing that the ethics rule is “a sound and necessary policy to ensure a fair government.”
Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 9, 2023 Jury takes 2 hours to convict man of fatally shooting 11-year-old Takiya Holmes in 2017 “We won the case but we still lost my daughter,” the girl’s mother, Naikeeia Williams, said. “I’m happy it’s over. I’m happy justice was served for my daughter.”