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Block 37 changes hands, and its new owner promises a makeover

Edwards Realty Co. promises to transform Block 37 into an experiential retail center that hosts year-round events, and attracts new entertainment options and restaurants.

People walk through Block 37, the retail and entertainment complex, on Oct. 7, 2026, in Chicago’s Loop. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

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People walk through Block 37, the retail and entertainment complex, on Oct. 7, 2026, in Chicago’s Loop. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

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Flags fly near the entrance to the Walgreens Boots Alliance headquarters, the parent company of Walgreens, on Nov. 10, 2023, in Deerfield. (Scott Olson/Getty)

Owner of Walgreens reaches deal to sell UK pharmacy chain Boots for $8.9 billion

Visitors sit inside of a Gary Public Transportation Corporation all-electric bus on August 9, 2023. (Kyle Telechan for the Post-Tribune)

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Another state committee plans to discuss NIPSCO and its response to prolonged Northwest Indiana power...

After months of delays, crews began work on the Dixie Highway viaduct on Monday, Sept. 28, 2026 in Homewood. (Paul Eisenberg/Daily Southtown)

After multiple delays, Dixie Highway viaduct closes for three months for flood mitigation repairs

By Evy Lewis

September 28, 2026 at 3:30 p.m.

The viaduct that carries trains over Dixie Highway, a primary route in and out of...

Pope Leo XIV speaks to journalists aboard the flight from Metz, France, to Rome, at the end of his four-day visit to France, Monday, Sept. 28, 2026. (Alberto Pizzoli/Pool Photo via AP)

Contradicting Trump, Pope Leo says artificial intelligence safety concerns not ‘fake news’

By Nicole Winfield

September 28, 2026 at 3:40 p.m.

Pope Leo XIV said Monday that concerns about artificial intelligence going rogue are not “fake...

ComEd wants to make substantial improvements to its substation at 14546 S. Bell Road in Homer Glen Utility company officials said the plan includes construction of a new enclosure to house modernized equipment and remove and replace obsolete infrastructure. (Michelle Mullins/Daily Southtown)

Homer Glen delays OK for modernized ComEd substation plan

By Michelle Mullins

September 28, 2026 at 2:53 p.m.

Homer Glen officials have concerns with a plan by ComEd to modernize its substation along...

President Donald Trump walks on the South Lawn of the White House after arriving on Marine One, Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Allison Robbert)

President Trump announces a new $15B Iowa steel plant and claims it will be the nation’s biggest

By Collin Binkley

September 28, 2026 at 5:10 p.m.

President Trump is announcing a new $15 billion steel plant in Iowa being built with...

Potential interpreter volunteers gather outside Frank Lloyd Wright's home and studio in Oak Park on Sept. 17, 2026, during an initial training session. (Cam'ron Hardy/Pioneer Press)

Frank Lloyd Wright draws volunteers from ‘all walks of life’ to Oak Park to help interpret his architectural legacy

By Cam'ron Hardy

September 29, 2026 at 10:53 a.m.

Since 1974, people have volunteered to give tours of renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright's Home...

The DuSable Bridge of Michigan Avenue lifts for sailboats to pass on the Chicago River on May 2, 2026. (Josh Boland/baiduhai)

Fall Chicago River bridge lifts to start Wednesday

By Talia Soglin

September 28, 2026 at 12:23 p.m.

Bridges along the Chicago River will lift nearly a dozen times this fall to allow...

Mayor Brandon Johnson speaks to media at a press conference after a Chicago City Council meeting Sept. 23, 2026. (Arthur Maiorella/baiduhai)

City Council majority warns Mayor Brandon Johnson against proposing head tax again

By Alice Yin

September 28, 2026 at 11:40 a.m.

A majority of City Council members came out Monday in opposition to Mayor Brandon Johnson...

Postmaster General David Steiner poses for a photograph at the United States Postal Service headquarters, Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)

Trump’s mail voting crackdown tests Postal Service leader who says he’s ‘not political’

By Steven Sloan

September 28, 2026 at 11:05 a.m.

During a lengthy interview, David Steiner seemed surprised at points by his reception in Washington....

Niles trustees approve studying feasibility of having indoor sports facility in village

By Elizabeth Owens-Schiele

September 28, 2026 at 7:30 a.m.

A feasibility study is underway in the village of Niles exploring the creation of an...

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