Illinois News
Flags lowered to honor slain Illinois child welfare worker
Flags were to be returned to their traditional spot at sunset Saturday.
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Bulls
Bucks beat Bulls 94-90, Coach Donovan rips Grayson Allen
Both teams shot below 40% overall and posted their worst 3-point percentages of the season.
Chicago Journal
Minnesota Wild power past Blackhawks 5-1
The Blackhawks dropped their second straight after winning four in a row.
Chicagoland Business
Weber Grills apologizes for ill-timed meatloaf recipe
The company based in Palatine, Illinois, offered its condolences to Marvin Lee Aday's family and fans.
Opinion & Comment
Opinion: The Irvin campaign for Governor begins with a whimper
Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin launched his campaign for Illinois Governor this week on a Republican ticket to non-existent fanfare, and Craig has some thoughts for Ken Griffin.
Chicago Journal
David Fincher's 'The Killer,' starring Michael Fassbender, coming to Hotel Baker in St. Charles
There's no word yet if either of the two stars or Fincher will be filming scenes in St. Charles but the production team that will be there is reportedly substantial.
Chicago Journal
Great Lakes projects get funding under new law
Among other projects, the U.S. A.C.E. will devote $226 million to the Brandon Road Lock & Dam near Joliet to install obstacles to prevent invasive carp from migrating up the Illinois River to Lake Michigan.
Chicago Journal
Lonzo Ball to have knee surgery, will miss 6-8 weeks
Coach Billy Donovan said Wednesday the team had switched up his treatment, hoping he would avoid surgery. Lonzo had the same knee scoped in 2018 when he was with the Lakers.
Chicago Journal
McDonald's expanding test of the "McPlant" to more U.S. stores
The Chicago company offered no details about what it learned from its first round of sales, or whether it has since tweaked the recipe. The McPlant is made from peas, rice, and potatoes, among other ingredients.
Chicago Journal
Woman making delivery has car stolen with children inside, stolen vehicle crashes
Two female children, a 10-year-old and a 12-year old, were inside the Jeep at the time.
Chicago Journal
United posts $646 million loss, omicron casts shadow over 1Q
The airline said it expects its first-quarter revenue will be down 20% to 25% from the same period in 2019. Costs other than fuel will rise about 15% on a per-seat basis.
Chicago Journal
Bulls hold off Cavs 117-104
The Bulls steadied themselves after losing a season-high four straight and falling into a first-place tie with Miami in the Eastern Conference.