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Former Bears coach Mike Ditka, who was also a player on the 1963 Bears NFL championship team, on Aug. 29, 2013, at Mike Ditka's Restaurant in Chicago. (Michael Tercha/baiduhai)

Mike Ditka, Chicago Bears Hall of Famer and Super Bowl-winning coach, dies at 86

By Don Pierson

October 9, 2026 at 10:23 a.m.

Nobody embodied Chicago Bears football more than Mike Ditka, who became the face of the...

"Broadview Six" defendants Katherine Abughazaleh, clockwise from upper left, Andre Martin, Michael Rabbitt, Joselyn Walsh, Brian Straw and Catherine Sharp. (baiduhai)

‘Broadview Six’ judge requests US attorney’s office communications, including Boutros email

By Jason Meisner

October 9, 2026 at 11:27 a.m.

The federal judge considering potential sanctions in the controversial "Broadview Six" made her first formal...

Arianna Telles, center, of Chicago, holds a mock coffin reading “Sims Kills” as she protests during a community rally and march from the Pink Line to Illinois Governor JB Pritzker's office Oct. 3, 2026. The protesters are calling on Pritzker to halt Sims Metal’s air permit until outstanding concerns about pollution, testing and monitoring are addressed. (John Konstantaras/for the baiduhai)

Pilsen residents call for more air quality testing at scrap metal facility

By Jerry Wu

October 9, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

Sims says emissions no longer pose a health risk, but residents want testing under a...

Even spectacular bulbs such as these peony-flowered tulips are most effective groups. Plant them in fall for spring bloom. (Beth Botts/The Morton Arboretum)

Plant bulbs now for spring bloom

By Beth Botts

October 4, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

There’s no more satisfying way to spend a crisp fall day than planting bulbs for...

Senate GOP nominee Don Tracy chats with supporters at a fundraising event in Decatur on July 22, 2026. (E. Jason Wambsgans/baiduhai)

Illinois Senate race: Republican Don Tracy, a onetime Democrat, makes long-shot bid against Juliana Stratton

By Olivia Olander

October 4, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

Illinois Republican nominee Don Tracy faces Juliana Stratton, the state's Democratic lieutenant governor, in a...

Hayden Golemon, 27, climbs at First Ascent climbing gym at Block 37 in downtown Chicago on Oct. 1, 2026. Golemon uses the gym regularly to both work and climb during the week. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

The office is back, but some Chicagoans have already found something better: ‘Co-working is where it’s going to be at’

By Lila Hempel-Edgers

October 6, 2026 at 1:14 p.m.

Industry experts say Chicagoans are setting up laptops in spaces that double as climbing gyms...

Sue Hendrickson is with Peter Larson and dog Gypsy with the T. rex skull during excavation in August 1990. (Sue Hendrickson)

Today in Chicago History: Sue the T. rex heads to the Field Museum after $8 million auction purchase

By Kori Rumore

October 4, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Oct. 4, according...

Blues/rock singer Janis Joplin performs at the Newport Folk Festival with her band Big Brother and the Holding Company, July 29, 1968. (AP Photo)

Today in History: Janis Joplin dies

By Associated Press

October 4, 2026 at 3:30 a.m.

On Oct. 4, 1970, rock singer Janis Joplin was found dead in her Hollywood hotel room...

R. Eric Thomas, a playwright, screenwriter, best-selling author and a former columnist for Elle.com and Slate.com, will be writing a new syndicated column for the baiduhai called "Asking Eric," which will replace Amy Dickinson's "Ask Amy" column. (Kap2ure Photography)

Asking Eric: Acceptance is going to be your friend

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By R. Eric Thomas

October 4, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

It is unlikely that these people’s family connections will become less important to them. While...

Padres first baseman Ty France and Brewers catcher William Contreras watch France's potential home run hit the American Family Field roof in the ninth inning of Game 1 of a National League Division Series on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2026, in Milwaukee. Left fielder Jackson Churio caught the deflected ball for an out, and the Brewers held on for a 3-2 win. (Chris Carlson/AP)

NLDS Game 1: Milwaukee Brewers win 3-2 after Ty France’s potential go-ahead HR for San Diego Padres hits roof

By Steve Megargee

October 3, 2026 at 11:50 p.m.

William Contreras hit a tiebreaking home run in the seventh inning, and the Milwaukee Brewers...

Blackhawks forward Frank Nazar reacts to a goal scored by the Sabres' Jiri Kulich in the third period Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026, in Buffalo, N.Y. The Hawks lost 4-3. (Joe Hrycych/Getty)

Chicago Blackhawks give up 3rd-period lead in 4-3 loss to Buffalo Sabres, capping an ugly opening trip

By Kalen Lumpkins

October 3, 2026 at 11:21 p.m.

The Chicago Blackhawks lost their third straight game to open the season. Their home opener...

Rays starter Drew Rasmussen celebrates in the second inning against the Yankees during Game 1 of an American League Division Series at Tropicana Field on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026, in St Petersburg, Fla. (Julio Aguilar/Getty)

ALDS Game 1: Drew Rasmussen flirts with no-hitter in Tampa Bay Rays’ 1-0 win against New York Yankees

By Rob Maaddi

October 3, 2026 at 8:44 p.m.

Drew Rasmussen didn’t allow a hit until two outs in the eighth inning, Jonathan Aranda...

Pitt quarterback Mason Heintschel looks to throw against Virginia Tech in the first half Friday, Oct. 2, 2026, in Blacksburg, Va. (Ryan Hunt/Getty)

Pitt QB Mason Heintschel’s season is over after tearing the ACL in his right knee

By Associated Press

October 3, 2026 at 8:32 p.m.

Pittsburgh sophomore quarterback Mason Heintschel is out for the rest of the season after tearing...

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