Chicago and Illinois residents have a chance to catch the second night of a spectacular aurora borealis display tonight. Experts advise heading to darker areas with clear skies for the best viewing. Stay tuned to CBS News for updates.
Day: April 2, 2026
An Irish name no longer guarantees political clout in Chicago, signaling a shift in the city’s power dynamics. Diverse backgrounds now shape leadership, diminishing the traditional Irish-American influence, reports Crain’s Chicago Business.
Chicago gears up for a busy weekend with multiple festivals, concerts, and Mexican Independence Day celebrations. Commuters should expect significant traffic delays across the city. Stay tuned for updates.
Jesse Jackson played a pivotal role in Chicago education, from leading protests against school segregation to championing the reopening of Dyett High School, advocating for equity and opportunity in the city’s public schools.
Lyndale Roberts Jr. has been ordered detained in connection with the beating of Larry Gilkey on a CTA bus along South Cicero Avenue in South Austin, Chicago. The assault has raised concerns about local transit safety.
Sen. Dick Durbin warns that Trump’s budget cuts to the CFTC office in Chicago threaten consumer protections. The reductions could weaken oversight of financial markets, increasing risks for investors and the public.
PCA is immersing itself in Chicago’s vibrant sports culture, calling the experience “on another level.” The MLB star highlights the city’s passionate fanbase and electrifying atmosphere, capturing the true spirit of Chicago sports.
DHS says an ICE agent acted in self-defense against “domestic terrorism,” echoing claims previously dismissed in a Chicago case, raising questions about the consistency of such defenses. Report by FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul.