We proudly present the 2026 Artists to Watch List, a curated selection of 25 Chicago artists we believe are actively...
AKIA stopped by WHATS THE WORD for a conversation covering everything from tour stories and struggle meals to growing up...
On April 13th 2025, we put together a list that captured the heartbeat of Chicago’s music scene heading into 2025....
Big Lex pulls up to WHAT’S THE WORD TV for an unfiltered conversation about her journey from college athlete to reality TV star on...
A viral video appears to show a charter bus driver pushing a CTA employee with the vehicle following an alleged...
A Houston attorney faces a felony charge after his wife allegedly discovered disturbing surveillance footage involving the family dog.
Former recording artist Kwanza Jones makes history as MLB’s first Black woman majority owner.
Chicago recognizes one of its most influential cultural voices with the city’s highest civic honor. Chicago is giving flowers to...
A late-night drive-by shooting in Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood left two men dead and a 26-year-old woman critically injured. Police are...
Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden is facing a misdemeanor charge of unlawful carrying of a weapon following an arrest in...
Elon Musk and SpaceX made history as the company debuted on Nasdaq, becoming one of the most valuable publicly traded...
Chicago rapper Taco rang in another year the only way he knows how, with a live show, a packed house,...
Family, friends, and community members gathered outside Culver’s in Lansing for a balloon release honoring 47-year-old Bruce Gibson, who was...
CHICAGO — City leaders, community members, and representatives from the Obama Foundation gathered Monday to celebrate the opening of Chicago’s...
A new Illinois law aimed at supporting families with hospitalized newborns officially took effect on June 1, providing eligible employees...
This day wasn't about what divides us. It was about showing love to our community, honoring our loved ones, and...
A Collin County, Texas jury has found 19-year-old Karmelo Anthony guilty of murder in the fatal stabbing of fellow student-athlete...
