Luther Burden III and Mack Hollins lead Sports Illustrated’s top wide receiver streamers for Week 17 in fantasy football. Along with three others, these players offer valuable late-season waiver options.
Day: December 25, 2025
Federal workers in Chicago report emotional exhaustion amid ongoing government shutdown and a year of uncertainty. Many face financial strain and rising stress as the impasse drags on, impacting daily lives and morale.
Zoning has been approved for a new entertainment center in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood, marking a key development aimed at boosting local economy and community engagement. Construction is expected to begin soon.
Former NYC schools chancellor is among finalists for the head of Chicago Public Schools, signaling a potential leadership shift in the nation’s third-largest district, according to Chalkbeat.
Marquis Terry has been charged in a kidnapping case as police issue an alert for a string of robberies in Little Village, Humboldt Park, and Logan Square, urging residents to stay vigilant. Authorities continue investigations.
The Chicago Bears secured a playoff berth after the Detroit Lions’ loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The win guarantees the Bears a postseason spot, setting the stage for a pivotal finish to the NFL season.
Despite a notable decline in violent crime, a new poll reveals that Chicago residents’ perceptions of safety lag behind the data, highlighting a persistent disconnect between reality and public sentiment.
The Supreme Court blocked former President Trump’s attempt to deploy the National Guard in Chicago, ruling against his effort to intervene in the city’s violence and law enforcement challenges.