The Latest Breaking News from Chicago

Chicago looks to avoid losing their fourth-straight game on Friday against Orlando.

Bellator 288 takes place Friday in Chicago, and you can discuss the event here.

Everything from the works of Charles Dickens, Irving Berlin and Frank Capra to a new tale of Santa’s son and holiday-themed improv are among the area offerings this season.

Out of nowhere, 30-year-old Sam Bankman-Fried became a billionaire mover and shaker in the world of cryptocurrency. Careful to make friends of powerful Democrats and media columnists alike, he threw money around the halls of Congress — and everywhere else he went — while threatening to disrupt Chicago’s financial futures…

CHICAGO — As a child, Jasmine Jordan wasn’t initially into the family shoe. She opted for what was popular for kids her age — Skechers. She never could keep a pair long, though, because once her father saw them, he would toss them. Eventually she would come to love —…

Covenant House’s Sleep Out event gives participants a feel for what it’s like to be homeless on the streets of Chicago. About 100 will join in person, many others virtually.

Kaplan was among the NBCU employees who qualified to receive a buyout based on tenure. NBCSCH did not want him to leave, but he said the opportunity was too good to pass up.

The YWCA honors Nykia Wright of the Chicago Sun-Times, Natalie Moore of WBEZ and Dr. Allison Arwady of the Chicago Department of Public Health for their efforts to empower women, fight racism, build community.

Former Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn will pass on a run for Chicago mayor, closing the door on a long-shot bid for City Hall’s top job, he said Thursday.

Local organizations and chambers of commerce will share $2 million to help retailers and artists set up shops around the city.

Today’s update is a 5-minute read that will brief you on the day’s biggest stories.