Gunny's Pub is moving into a Lincoln Park storefront with a tavern up front and a restaurant lounge in back, promising approachable drinks and 'upscale casual' food. The owner says a summer opening is planned.

Chicago Pickle opened a Wicker Park counter at 1308 N. Milwaukee as owner Mohamad Atieh works to repair the Avondale location after a roof fire. The new spot adds a dessert bar and expanded menu items.

A 24‑year‑old Chicago man faces reckless homicide and weapons charges after a 2024 McKinley Park crash that killed an 18‑year‑old passenger.

Bank of America's CEO has flagged Chicago as a growth market as commercial lending rebounds — Crain’s reports commercial loans rose about 15%, a potential boon for developers and businesses.

More than 200 Brookfield Zoo staff authorized a strike after rejecting the zoo's final contract offer. Negotiators meet May 1 as the contract expires.

Franklin Partners and Bixby Bridge Capital bought the loan on the 23‑story tower at 200 W. Monroe in the Loop, marking another discounted Chicago‑area office deal. The purchase spotlights continued distress and opportunistic buying in the downtown market.

A dark Jeep plowed into PLS Check Cashers in Brighton Park early Wednesday; suspects ran inside and fled, leaving the vehicle behind. Detectives are canvassing the area.

Crews cleared fallen trees and debris across Aurora's west side after severe storms; the city outlined how to report damage and prepare branches for pickup.

A grocery-style Statesmen Market at Kennedy-King gives students free fresh food and essentials as part of City Colleges' Food Security for Life pilot.

A Park City part-time officer was arrested after an Illinois State Police probe into alleged sexual abuse during traffic stops; he was fired and faces multiple felony counts.

Optima converted construction debt into a $60M Freddie Mac refinance for its 100‑unit Optima Verdana in Wilmette, clearing the way for an adjacent 128‑unit phase. The move reflects strong suburban demand for stabilized luxury rentals.

Seedo’s Levantine Bakery moved from a Sterling Food Hall stall into a Loop storefront, turning Palestinian pastries like pistachio croissants and basbousa into downtown favorites.

McKinsey is relocating its Chicago office to Salesforce Tower at Wolf Point, joining other firms that have taken prime space in the new riverfront tower.