Let the Chicago Bears move to the suburbs
See? You can fill Soldier Field without the Bears. The Chicago Bears have dropped hints of a possible move from Soldier Field to the suburbs for weeks. They are one…more»
Author Archives: Kyle W. Bell
Chicago watchdog finds CPD fails to meet legal obligations on records requests
A report from the Office of the Inspector General says that the Chicago Police Department is not meeting its legal obligations on records requests. The Public Safety section of the…more»
CTA offers discounted unlimited-ride passes this summer as ridership rebounds
The Chicago Transit Authority is offering discounted unlimited-ride CTA passes through Labor Day to further encourage ridership. Ridership declined sharply in 2020 as pandemic shutdowns and work-from-home arrangements reduced demand…more»
Learn more about Chicago’s Bronzeville esports arena at Electrify event
Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood will soon be home to a new $30 million esports arena. The neighborhood – historically known as the Black Metropolis – is the heart of African American…more»
Blink-182 lead singer Mark Hoppus battling cancer
Mark Hoppus, the lead singer of the rock band Blink-182, told fans today that he is battling cancer. “For the past three months, I’ve been undergoing chemotherapy for cancer. I…more»
Cook County Health giving Six Flags Great America tickets for COVID-19 vaccine
Cook County is urging those who have not received the COVID-19 vaccine to get vaccinated. As an incentive, the health department is giving away free tickets to Six Flags Great…more»
Illinois State Capitol flying Pride flag to celebrate Pride Month
Governor JB Pritzker announced today that the Pride flag is flying at the Illinois State Capitol Building in Springfield to celebrate Pride Month. “The Pride flag is once again flying…more»
Wizard World Chicago live event returns in October
Wizard World is returning to live events on October 15-17 with Wizard World Chicago at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois. The organizers say that all tickets…more»
Scholars warn that American democracy is at risk
In an open letter, dozens of scholars from prestigious universities warned that American democracy is at risk. “We, the undersigned, are scholars of democracy who have watched the recent deterioration…more»
Marvel’s Eternals trailer gives sneak peek of Angelina Jolie’s latest blockbuster
The teaser trailer for Eternals has finally arrived. The upcoming Marvel blockbuster stars Angelina Jolie. In recent weeks, we have learned more about Eternals, one of the films that part…more»