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Chicago October 5, 2024

Entire Chicago school board to resign over teachers union dispute with Dem mayor: 'Deeply alarming'

The entire Chicago Board of Education is resigning after reportedly declining to fire the Chicago Public Schools CEO during contract negotiations with the city's teachers union.

IMMIGRATION October 3, 2024

'Dangerous' migrant is person of interest in shooting death of 17-year-old Chicago girl

A 19-year-old migrant described as 'dangerous' was arrested in connection with the shooting death of a 17-year-old female migrant in Chicago, a police source confirmed to Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ.

Arts September 28, 2024

‘American Gothic’, famous piece by artist Grant Wood, is displayed to visitors at the Art Institute of Chicago

Iowa-born Grant Wood completed "American Gothic" in 1930. It became a famous piece that generated speculation from viewers about its subjects.

Chicago September 27, 2024

'He has a way of connecting with our people': Southside Chicago resident believes Trump is gaining support

Chicago residents were split on whether to vote for former President Donald Trump or Vice President Kamala Harris when speaking to Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital. 

Crime September 26, 2024

FBI's 'flawed' crime data highlighted by Chicago's 118 'missing murders': expert

A crime data expert tells Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital that the FBI's 2023 crime figures are not a true reflection of overall crime due to the bureau's shift to a more detailed and transparent collection system.

LIFESTYLE September 26, 2024

On this day in history, September 26, 1960, Kennedy and Nixon battle in first televised presidential debate

Vice President Richard Nixon and Massachusetts Sen. John F. Kennedy faced off in the first televised presidential debate in U.S. history on this day in history, Sept. 26, 1960.

TRAVEL September 25, 2024

Amtrak announces 'Floridian' train with 2-day route, sparking reactions on social media

Amtrak has announced a new train line connecting Chicago to Miami. The news has ignited some reactions from social media users who addressed the length and price of the trip.

OPINION September 24, 2024

America, quit the obsession with silly memes and online debates. It's time to get serious about our future

While the internet is flooded with jokes and distractions, I’m down here in the trenches, trying to keep the American Dream alive for my people.

Media September 22, 2024

Chicago school board approves measure to do away with ‘ranking' schools after 'longstanding structural racism'

CPS Chief Executive Officer Pedro Martinez unveiled on Wednesday a “renewed focus on equity" and moves away from ranking schools based on student outcomes.

Chicago September 22, 2024

Chicago gangs clash with Venezuelan Tren de Aragua members: ‘Blacks against migrants’

An influx of Venezuelan migrants, including some from the notorious Tren de Aragua gang, to Chicago, has raised fears of a potential turf war between factions.

Media September 21, 2024

Students left behind as Chicago high school suffers from staffing issues, teacher absences: Report

A Chicago high school's staffing challenges are attributed to a teacher shortage within the district and compounded by issues with "management and leadership approach of administrators."