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Ald. Gilbert Villegas proposed a $1.25 tax on package deliveries in Chicago to address a budget deficit and avoid a corporate head tax. The tax could generate between $137.5 million and $275 million annually while exempting groceries and medicine. Mayor Johnson indicated state approval would be necessary for implementation.
Three people were shot at a Jewel-Osco supermarket on Chicago's South Side Tuesday morning, leaving one victim in serious condition. The incident occurred when a 46-year-old security guard intervened in a theft, prompting one suspect to open fire. Police are currently investigating and have not made any arrests.
Farm Bar, a farm-to-table restaurant in Lakeview, celebrates its 10th anniversary this month with a weeklong event featuring beloved menu items. Co-owners T.J. Callahan and Ferdia Doherty attribute their success to strong community support and a commitment to simple, high-quality food.
Two Far North Side business groups, alongside a city task force and an immigrant rights organization, launched the "Chicago Loves Local: 77 Reasons To Shop Small" campaign to boost local business during the holiday season. The initiative encourages residents to shop at small businesses in their neighborhoods, offering promotions and social media engagement to amplify local voices.
"Hamilton" returns to Chicago for a limited engagement from March 6 to April 24 at the CIBC Theatre. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, priced between $40 and $159, with a lottery for 40 $10 seats available for each performance. Created by Lin-Manuel Miranda, the musical is based on the biography of founding father Alexander Hamilton.
“Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve” will feature its first-ever Chicago countdown at midnight central time on December 31. The event will be broadcast live on ABC-7 Chicago, showcasing the city’s culture and spirit with fireworks and performances. Mayor Brandon Johnson expressed excitement about the opportunity to highlight Chicago's vibrancy during the iconic celebration.
Nepalese-Indian restaurant Vajra will introduce a cafe and takeout service in Wicker Park after closing in-person dining last month. Meanwhile, Italian steakhouse Dēliz and a new bagel shop are set to open nearby. This shift reflects a growing trend in the local dining scene.
Gino & Marty’s, a once-popular Italian restaurant in Chicago's Fulton Market, faces over $400,000 in unpaid debts while its owner, Gino Bartucci, plans a comeback. The restaurant has closed amid allegations from former employees of unpaid wages and is currently facing eviction. Bartucci claims to be working with agencies to resolve outstanding issues.
Whitney Young High School and the Skinner Park Advisory Council launched a food drive to collect non-perishable items and monetary donations to help those in need. The drive runs until Friday, with a food giveaway scheduled for Saturday at Whitney Young’s parking lot. The initiative addresses food insecurity amid uncertainties surrounding federal SNAP funding.
Border Patrol agents staged a photo op at Millennium Park’s Cloud Gate on Monday morning, following recent controversial operations in Chicago’s Little Village neighborhood. Chief Gregory Bovino criticized local media coverage, while federal agents faced allegations of creating a dangerous environment during immigration enforcement actions.