In the Loop (Segments)

Living and working in America, Part II: Work visas

Chicago program providing senior citizens with job training paused because of federal cuts

It can take years to obtain a green card to stay in the U.S. Two Chicagoans share their stories.

What would a more welcoming, youth-friendly downtown look like?

O’Hare Airport sets record for busiest day ever, vandals target immigration organizations in Little Village, NASCAR passes on another race in the Loop.

The Americans with Disabilities Act, or ADA, was signed into law 35 years ago on July 26.

Suburbs like Elk Grove and Fox Lake are cracking down on the use of e-bikes and e-scooters

In the height of the dog days of summer, find out how to vamp up the season with fresh activities and delicacies.

Chicago dives into a hot summer, posing a risk for outdoor workers and people spending time outside during the heat wave.

Grain elevators were once some of the tallest buildings in Chicago. The Damen Silos, one of the last sets of these structures in the city, are being demolished.

Chicagoans who study and work on anti-violence initiatives share the strategies they’re using to keep homicides and shootings on a downward trajectory.

After two suburban Chicago shopping locations made a list of the top 10 malls in the country, Reset looks at what makes some of our local malls special.

The Chicago Sun-Times has been tracking the price of 35 common grocery items since December. Prices are up, and experts say they’ll continue to rise.

Congress cuts federal funding for public broadcasting, Chicago Public Schools lays off nearly 1,500.

Ask The Mayor, July 2025: Chicago’s Brandon Johnson answers the city’s questions

From the federal tax and spending bill to the city budget, Chicago’s chief executive answers your questions.

Data centers help run artificial intelligence models, but also consume energy at a rate equivalent to thousands of households. The increase in data centers in Illinois has contributed to a recent increase in energy bills for households.

From buying used items instead of new, to repairing items to make them last longer, “Things are already in our local economy. There’s opportunities to save money and grow money locally,” says Reset contributor Karen Weigert.

Mayor Brandon Johnson wants to call for a vote Wednesday on an ordinance that would legalize accessory dwelling units across the city.

A former Bronzeville apartment building with a rich cultural history is getting new life by way of public art.

The mall was once the cornerstone of one of the city’s preeminent shopping, dining and entertainment districts. Now, the owner is scaling back on retail spaces in the building.

The mall was once the cornerstone of one of the city’s preeminent shopping, dining and entertainment districts. Now, the owner is scaling back on retail spaces in the building.

“Heat is the number one weather related killer,” Dr. Sheetal Rao says. “This is preventable and that with education and appropriate response people can be saved.”

State Farm says in 13 of the last 15 years, it paid out more than budgeted to cover damage from severe weather events in Illinois.

Former alderman Ed Burke was released from prison and former alderwoman Carrie Austin has been ruled too sick to stand trial. Meanwhile, current alderman Walter Burnett announced he’s stepping down.