Mitchell Armentrout

Crowded primary for Krishnamoorthi's suburban House seat underscores Democrats' generational divide As former U.S. Rep. Melissa Bean looks to retake a seat she lost 16 years ago, candidates with more progressive platforms are calling for a new generation of leadership.

Crowded primary for Krishnamoorthi's suburban House seat underscores Democrats' generational divide chicago.suntimes.com/elections/20...

No matter where Bears end up, Chicago stakes claim for $630 million for Soldier Field overhaul Roughly $500 million would be spent on long-sought infrastructure improvements. The remaining $130 million would be used for replacement of stadium seats, an upgrade of Soldier Field’s concessions, re...

No matter where Bears end up, Chicago stakes claim for $630 million for Soldier Field overhaul chicago.suntimes.com/bears-stadiu...

Progressives pack Democratic primary race to replace U.S. Rep. Danny Davis A wide cast of established Chicago names and political newcomers are vying for the seat Davis has held for nearly 30 years.

Progressives pack Democratic primary race to replace U.S. Rep. Danny Davis chicago.suntimes.com/elections/20...

Week in Review: Remembering Jesse Jackson; Pritzker Pitches $56B Budget Remembering civil rights icon the Rev. Jesse Jackson. And Gov. JB Pritzker faces a $2 billion deficit and federal funding uncertainty as he presents his budget proposal.

Chicago Tonight | Week in Review: Remembering Jesse Jackson; Pritzker Pitches $56B Budget, with @mitchtrout.bsky.social @afrodip.bsky.social @heathercherone.bsky.social @mikepuentenews.bsky.social & host @ndblumberg.bsky.social

Familiar foes line up in Republican primary for chance against Gov. JB Pritzker Darren Bailey is eyeing a second round with Pritzker, while Ted Dabrowski, Rick Heidner and James Mendrick each have their own history with the Democratic governor.

Familiar foes line up in Republican primary for chance against Gov. JB Pritzker chicago.suntimes.com/elections/20...

Front page of Chicago Sun-Times special section on the Rev. Jesse Jackson, showing an image of Jackson and the headline "He Was Somebody."

The Sun-Times and WBEZ have published about 20 stories and audio pieces this week about the Rev. Jesse Jackson, showing how his civil rights work intersected with film, education, Chicago mayors and much more. So, here's an ICYMI thread with some highlights. 🧵

More than 20 Sun-Times Guild members wear shirts with the Guild logo at the CPM office.

Guild members pose for a photo at the CPM office ahead of bargaining.

Chicago’s fake spring may be coming to a close, but that just means it’s bargaining season!

Today marked the start of negotiations to ensure Chicago Public Media respects and protects the Sun-Times Guild journalists bringing you hard-hitting local news.

Hammond Bears? Team says Indiana site near Wolf Lake is now their main stadium focus The Bears say Hammond, Indiana, is now their main focus for a stadium, though they've stopped short of committing to moving across the state line.

Hammond Bears? Team says Indiana site near Wolf Lake is now their main stadium focus chicago.suntimes.com/bears-stadiu...

Gov. JB Pritzker's $56B state budget proposal includes new taxes on social media companies, casinos In his annual State of the State address, Pritzker, a likely 2028 presidential contender, was expected to push for a ban on cellphones for students in schools, along with a crackdown on junk fees on m...

Gov. JB Pritzker's $56B state budget proposal includes new taxes on social media companies, casinos chicago.suntimes.com/springfield/...

White Sox betting on bolstered bullpen to prevent more close-game heartache After leading MLB in one-run losses, the White Sox have added a legitimate closer in Seranthony Domínguez to go with other high-powered arms.

White Sox betting on bolstered bullpen to prevent more close-game heartache chicago.suntimes.com/white-sox/20...

Mundelein native and lifelong White Sox fan Ryan Borucki fighting for spot in his favorite team's bullpen Borucki, who modeled his game off Mark Buehrle, is "firmly in the mix" at spring training, manager Will Venable said.

Mundelein native and lifelong White Sox fan Ryan Borucki fighting for spot in his favorite team's bullpen chicago.suntimes.com/white-sox/20...

White Sox GM Chris Getz laughs off mistakes about Luisangel Acuña being a switch hitter Acuña, the Sox' main return from the Luis Robert Jr. trade, is only a right-hander — news to Getz, who joked that he got "carried away."

White Sox GM Chris Getz laughs off mistakes about Luisangel Acuña being a switch hitter chicago.suntimes.com/white-sox/20...

Erick Fedde looks to regain his 2024 form — and help the White Sox keep improving from theirs The right-hander was perhaps the best player on baseball's worst team. Now he wants to help them turn a corner.

Erick Fedde looks to regain his 2024 form — and help the White Sox keep improving from theirs chicago.suntimes.com/white-sox/20...

All-Star rookie campaign puts Shane Smith in driver's seat for White Sox' Opening Day start A Rule 5 Draft pick last season, Smith makes a strong early case for leading the Sox' rotation.

All-Star rookie campaign puts Shane Smith in driver's seat for White Sox' Opening Day start chicago.suntimes.com/white-sox/20...

Manager Will Venable 'starting at zero' as he enters second season leading White Sox Venable should have more to work with on the field in his sophomore season at the helm.

Manager Will Venable 'starting at zero' as he enters second season leading White Sox chicago.suntimes.com/white-sox/20...

Munetaka Murakami's big bat gavels in White Sox spring training Pitchers and catchers formally reported to Glendale, where the Sox' new slugger has been getting in some of his first swings an route to an MLB debut.

Munetaka Murakami's big bat gavels in White Sox spring training chicago.suntimes.com/white-sox/20...

Chris Getz not playing the numbers game as White Sox look to stave off another 100-loss season The Sox are "making meaningful strides" as they kick off spring training this week, according to the general manager. But they're not guaranteeing anything.

Chris Getz not playing the numbers game as White Sox look to stave off another 100-loss season chicago.suntimes.com/white-sox/20...

White Sox bring back Erick Fedde to compete for spot in rotation Fedde was a rare bright spot on the Sox' dismal 2024 squad, but he struggled last year.

White Sox bring back Erick Fedde to compete for spot in rotation chicago.suntimes.com/white-sox/20...

Lt. Gov. Stratton goes on attack in Sun-Times, WBEZ, UChicago debate against U.S. Reps. Kelly, Krishnamoorthi The Sun-Times, WBEZ and the University of Chicago's Institute of Politics and International House hosted the first live-broadcast debate of the biggest race on the March 17 ballot.

Lt. Gov. Stratton goes on attack in Sun-Times, WBEZ, UChicago debate against U.S. Reps. Kelly, Krishnamoorthi chicago.suntimes.com/elections/20...

City Council passes ban on hemp THC products, with exceptions for beverages, ointments It's another blow to Mayor Brandon Johnson, who pushed to tax and regulate an industry that has operated in a federal loophole set to close later this year.

City Council passes ban on hemp THC products, with exceptions for beverages, ointments chicago.suntimes.com/city-hall/20...

One year and 51 lawsuits later, Illinois Democrats lament ‘chaos’ of second Trump administration Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul said he's "optimistic" heading into Year Two of sweeping legal fights with the White House.

One year and 51 lawsuits later, Illinois Democrats lament ‘chaos’ of second Trump administration chicago.suntimes.com/donald-trump...

Bears, Bally's elbow way onto General Assembly's spring agenda as lawmakers eye $2.2B shortfall Democrats who control Springfield aren't likely to rock the boat in a critical midterm election year, instead focusing on the national party's theme of tackling affordability.

Bears, Bally's elbow way onto General Assembly's spring agenda as lawmakers eye $2.2B shortfall chicago.suntimes.com/springfield/...

Illinois vs. Indiana stadium competition puts Bears in the drivers' seat Bears President Kevin Warren started playing footsie with Indiana before their playoff run, after claiming he was told by Gov. JB Pritzker and legislative leaders that the Bears stadium quest was “not...

Illinois vs. Indiana stadium competition puts Bears in the drivers' seat chicago.suntimes.com/bears-stadiu...

Nicor seeks another massive rate hike that could add $6 to suburban gas bills The suburban utility has sought six rate increases since 2017, with their latest hike going into effect this month.

Nicor seeks another massive rate hike that could add $6 to suburban gas bills chicago.suntimes.com/consumer-aff...

Peoples Gas seeks another big rate hike on Chicago heating bills

Chicago heating bills could get even higher next year under a proposed rate hike from Peoples Gas that would increase the average household natural gas tab by up to $11 per month.

FanDuel, DraftKings, other big sportsbooks sue to block new Chicago sports betting tax The city is counting on about $26 million in next year's budget from a new tax that betting companies argue would violate the state constitution.

FanDuel, DraftKings, other big sportsbooks sue to block new Chicago sports betting tax chicago.suntimes.com/city-hall/20...

A look back at Chicago's top news stories of 2025 Hordes of federal immigration agents came into the city, and a new pope came out of it. Sun-Times and WBEZ journalists had their work cut out for them in 2025.

A look back at Chicago's top news stories of 2025 chicago.suntimes.com/news/2025/12...

City Council sends alternate budget to Mayor Brandon Johnson — will he veto it? Johnson calls the alternate budget “morally bankrupt” and unbalanced by $163 million. But a veto would inch Chicago closer to the reality of a government shutdown.

City Council sends alternate budget to Mayor Brandon Johnson — will he veto it? chicago.suntimes.com/city-hall/20...

Bulgarian man from Chicago dies in ICE custody at Michigan detention facility Nenko Gantchev, 56, was arrested Sept. 23 during "Operation Midway Blitz," the Trump administration's recent immigration enforcement in the Chicago area. He died Monday.

Bulgarian man from Chicago dies in ICE custody at Michigan detention facility chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/...

Trump administration sues Illinois election officials for sensitive voter data The Justice Department says it's about preventing "vote dilution," but privacy advocates argue the effort could eventually be used to disenfranchise people.

Trump administration sues Illinois election officials for sensitive voter data chicago.suntimes.com/elections/20...