The Big Business of Marathons, Chicago

Chicago's Tony Fitzpatrick works hit auction block months after his death

The first major sale of works by Chicago artist Tony Fitzpatrick since his death last year hits the auction market this month. The big picture: Potter and Potter Auctions is selling 32 lots, some with ...

Illinois Has A World-Class Museum That Rivals The Louvre And It’s Spectacular

Driehaus Museum in Chicago proves that sometimes the most extraordinary treasures are hiding right under your nose, probably ...

Nostalgia grows for ‘old Target’ as retailer reshapes stores

Nostalgia for the “old Target” is showing up everywhere. Part of it reflects a broader throwback trend. Another part comes as ...

Cloris Leachman's Time Competing in the 1946 Miss America Pageant Paved the Way for Her Illustrious Acting Career

Cloris Leachman was a student at Northwestern University when she competed to become Miss Chicago in 1946, and went on to ...

Q&A: Will Liverman on ‘Factotum: The Groom & Glow Lounge’ at Governor’s School for the Arts

In the midst of his run as Figaro in Rossini's "The Barber of Seville" at Houston Grand Opera, Will Liverman took time to ...

The Big Business of Marathons

Marathons have ballooned into an almost year-round opportunity for brands. Here’s how they’re capturing running share in 2026 ...

Packers Star Micah Parsons Discusses ‘Beauty And Reward’ of ACL Comeback

You’ve got to walk before you can run, and that’s exactly where Micah Parsons is in his comeback from a torn ACL. “Man, it ...

BANG! Salon Chicago Named to 2026 Salon Today 200, Highlighting Philanthropic Impact and Salon Growth

BANG! Salon Chicago announced that it has been named to the 2026 Salon Today 200, the annual industry list recognizing salon ...

One Weekend In This Illinois Small Town Will Never Feel Like Enough

The problem with discovering a great small town is that you’ll immediately start calculating how soon you can return.

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Each pad is soaked with Korean skincare ingredients that boost elasticity and hydration. The set also includes a moisturizing ...

Bemidji's new Ulta Beauty opens May 1

According to its website, the new store will be open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday and Saturday for the grand opening.

Mercury take down Sky in preseason game at Pentagon

The Phoenix Mercury defeated the Chicago Sky 108-104 in a preseason game in the Pentagon on Saturday afternoon. This game ...

Chicago White Sox-L.A. Angels Runs

White sox first. Sam Antonacci walks. Munetaka Murakami walks. Sam Antonacci to second. Miguel Vargas strikes out swinging. Colson Montgomery strikes out swinging. Chase Meidroth singles to center ...

Chicago White Sox vs Los Angeles Angels Prediction, 5/5/2026 MLB Picks, Best Bets & Odds

Angel Stadium is the site where the Los Angeles Angels (13-22) will take on the Chicago White Sox (15-18) on Tuesday. The ...

Resilient Texas Force Overtime, Game Five Against Chicago In Central Semifinals

The Texas Stars beat the Chicago Wolves 5-4 after overtime to force Game Five in the Central Division Semifinals in the 2026 ...

NBC, Bravo, Apple TV unveil packed May 2026 lineups

May 2026 is a pivotal month for television and streaming, with NBC concluding seasons for major franchises, Bravo premiering ...

Denkey and Cincinnati visit the Chicago Fire

Kevin Denkey leads Cincinnati into a matchup with the Chicago Fire after a two-goal performance against the New York Red Bulls.

Former MLB player Alexei Ramírez tested positive for 4 steroids at World Baseball Classic

Fomer Chicago White Sox shortstop Alexei Ramírez tested positive for four anabolic steroids at the World Baseball Classic in ...

France and Machado lead red-hot Padres to 9-7 victory over Cubs as Miller's scoreless streak ends

Ty France drove in four runs with a double and a triple to lead the surging San Diego Padres over the Chicago Cubs 9-7. Manny ...

826CHI: Trivia For Cheaters Fundraiser

This Wednesday assemble your smartest, most devious friends to complete for a cause… “Trivia for Cheaters” is a fundraiser ...

Chicago police officer killed in hospital shooting identified, second officer in critical condition

A Chicago officer who was fatally shot by a man receiving treatment at a hospital while in police custody has been identified as 38-year-old John Bartholomew. The Cook County Medical ...

Kansas star Darryn Peterson declares for 2026 NBA Draft following injury-plagued season

Kansas star Darryn Peterson is taking his talents to the NBA following an injury-plagued freshman season with the Jayhawks.

Angel Reese traded from Chicago Sky to Atlanta Dream

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Dream acquired two-time WNBA All-Star Angel Reese from the Chicago Sky on Monday in exchange for first-round draft picks in 2027 and 2028. Atlanta also receives the right to swap ...

Today in Chicago History: Record-breaking April snowfall — 8 inches — socks evening commuters in 1970

Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on April 1, according to the Tribune’s archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. Sports flashback: April 1, 1972 It was ...