PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Carson Kelly hit a three-run homer, Colin Rea pitched six strong innings and the Chicago Cubs rallied to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 10-4 on Tuesday night. Nico Hoerner and Alex Bregman each had three RBIs for the Cubs. Edmundo Sosa homered for the Phillies. Chicago broke a 3-all tie with four runs [...]

The pattern of unseasonably warm and active weather continues Wednesday in Chicagoland, with a slight risk for more strong to severe thunderstorms persisting throughout the day.

CHICAGO (WGN) — In a Northwest Side warehouse, custom furniture maker Jerry Rodman, wood distributor Nick Bohlke and Rodman’s rescue dog Gidget moved a massive piece of wood. “I’m the owner, president, chief do-it-all’er of everything,” Rodman said. It was a $6,000 slab of ancient kauri tree, often considered the holy grail of woodworking. “Kauri [...]

A new drug, Elraglusib, has doubled the survival rate for patients with pancreatic cancer, giving hope and extra time to patients and their families.

The fest opens Thursday with "It Would Be Night in Caracas" at the Landmark Century Centre Cinema in Lincoln Park. The lineup features films from more than 20 Latin American countries — including four from Chicago filmmakers.

The annual event began in 1979 and went nationwide in 1993.

CHICAGO — Gallagher Way announced their 2026 summer lineup Tuesday. The Budweiser Concert Series is back with performances by Mayday Parade, OK Go and Guster. Mayday Parade performs on May 17, Ok Go performs on June 13 and Guster performs on June 26. Here's the 2026 movie schedule. Movies are free with VIP tickets available [...]

"I will always stand up for my family. But I also know how to recognize when things were not quite what they seemed at first."

Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) announced Tuesday that O'Hare has reclaimed the top spot as the busiest airfield in the world, according to new data released by Airports Council International (ACI) World.

On today's Courtesy Desk, WGN Morning News' Pat Tomasulo announces the silent auction prizes available at the 11th annual Laugh Your Face Off! on April 25 at Navy Pier. Laugh Your Face Off is Chicago's premier comedy fundraiser, raising funds and awareness for trigeminal neuralgia, a chronic pain disorder often causing intense pain the face. [...]

The Chicago-based Joyce Foundation is expanding its arts award program with $100,000 unrestricted awards and $40,000 grants in 2026 and 2027.

Pippin has been spotted in Chicago the past two summers. He and Imani, the son of famed pair Monty and Rose, were seen Monday.

The exhibit, which runs through Sept. 20, tells a tale of migration and the evolution of culture through “a centuries-old tradition of music and dance as forms of protest."

The center opens in June and will be a central hub for the nonprofit to offer legal aid, youth mentoring, nutrition workshops and housing support.

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Kyle Schwarber homered twice and drove in three runs, Cristopher Sánchez pitched six strong innings and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Chicago Cubs 13-7 on Monday night. JT Realmuto had three hits and three RBIs for the Phillies, who got back to .500 with just their second win in the last six [...]

The induction will be held Nov. 14 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

Tuesday afternoon warmth will set the stage for storms to refire later in the afternoon or nighttime hours. 

Welcome to Chicago, Gabriela!

"Michael" hits theaters on Friday, April 24.

Mexican American artist Natalia Virafuentes creates masks that combine ancient art with her life experiences, drawing inspiration from different cultures and her experiences living in distinct Chicago neighborhoods.

"I'm four-for-four and I'm fully confident I'm going to make it five-for-five."

The company reports the drug showed “clinically meaningful improvements” in overall survival.

CHICAGO (WGN) — The Chicago White Sox sent one of their best hitters from last season north of the border in a trade on Monday. The Toronto Blue Jays acquired second baseman Lenyn Sosa for minor-league outfielder Jordan Rich and a player to be named later (PTBNL) or cash considerations. Rich, an 18-year-old speedster who [...]

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