Illinois advances tax deal for Bears stadium; Indiana approves $1B for rival stadium.

Illinois proposes permanent 30-minute DST shift, sparking health and logistical concerns.

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker denies ever riding Jeffrey Epstein’s plane or meeting Epstein or Maxwell, clarifying a 2008 trip was on a Google-donated aircraft.

CM Punk defends his title against Finn Balor at WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 in Chicago, with key matches and Seth Rollins’ injury update.

Dancer Val Chmerkovskiy hospitalized with vertigo during DWTS Live Tour, hopes to return March 3.

The Oilers traded for defenseman Connor Murphy from the Blackhawks ahead of the 2026 trade deadline, sending a 2028 second-round pick.

Illinois lawmakers propose a commission to investigate Epstein links, citing federal delays.

State Farm to issue $5 billion auto insurance dividend, averaging $100 per vehicle, due to lower accident rates and repair costs.

The Chicago Bulls, rebuilding after trades and injuries, face the short-handed Portland Trail Blazers in a pivotal game to end their 10-game losing streak.

Memorial services for civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson were held in Chicago, honoring his legacy.