THE SOUTH SIDE ARTIST TAKES CENTER STAGE AS THE FREE COMMUNITY SERIES CONTINUES TO PUT CHICAGO’S NEXT VOICES IN THE...
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....
Three of Nolan Wells’ friends have filed a defamation lawsuit against Terrell Owens over a social media post demanding their...
A Milwaukee woman faces felony charges after allegedly posing as a substitute teacher and making inappropriate remarks to students at...
Chance the Rapper may soon go by “The Rapper.” He explained the possible change while discussing his love for hip-hop...
THE WORD A Cook County judge has granted Quadajah “Holly” Johnson pretrial release as she awaits trial in the fatal...
FAST FACTS Chicago singer R. Kelly has formally asked President Donald Trump to commute his 30-year federal prison sentence. According...
The family of 28-year-old Jerard “Jay” Jackson of Chicago is demanding answers after his death following a weekend trip to...
The family of a Chicago woman whose body was found inside a garbage can is demanding answers as police continue...
As Chicago prepares to host WNBA All-Star Weekend, a new event is bringing together athletes, entrepreneurs, wellness advocates and sports...
A tragic mass shooting in East St. Louis, Illinois, has left five members of the same family dead and two...
Fast Fact: Chicago-based band Attack The Sound will perform at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 16, ahead of the Chicago...
A major milestone was celebrated in Chicago as 83 adults earned their high school diplomas through the No Adults Left...
The tragic death of a young man during a teen takeover in Chicago is prompting renewed demands for youth-led violence...
Chicago State University has officially found a home for its historic football program, according to Chicago Crusader. SeatGeek Stadium in...
