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Lost Cat Found, Owners Share Tips On Luring Wayward Pet — Hint: Popeyes

When a Lincoln Square couple's cat went missing, advice from neighbors proved crucial to a happy ending.

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Univision's Mouth-Watering Segment on Manzo's Burger Will Make You Hungry

Manzo's Burger in Morgan Park was highlighted by Univision for having the "Best Burgers in Chicago."

Armour Square »

White Sox Players Inspire New Latin American Dishes

Jose Abreu, Melky Cabrera and Jose Quintana have something new to bond over in the dugout.

Trump's Chicago Shooting Stats Actually Low: 2,223 Shot This Year Already

2,223 people have been killed or wounded in 1,817 shootings since Jan. 1, according to DNAinfo records.

Silent Parties All The Rage In Chicago, Dance Jams Without The Noise

Party-goers wear headphones and can dance to multiple DJs who compete for listeners.

Lincoln Square »

No Air Conditioning? No Sweat — Pro Tips On How To Keep Cool Naturally

If you don't have A/C — or are trying to be "green" — here's how to keep cool when temps rise.

See A Four-Wheeler In Canaryville? Neighborhood Advocates Say Call The Cops

Illinois laws on all terrain vehicles, or ATVs, are some of the least restrictive in the United States.

Bridgeport Brew: Marz Brewing Gets A Shipment Of Giant Beer Tuns

Marz Brewing recently received a shipment of stainless steel tuns for its new brewery.

Donald Trump's Son: Chicago Has Toughest Gun Laws in Nation. Do We?

"You know why those laws fail? Because criminals by definition don’t follow laws," says Donald Trump Jr.

Streeterville »

Is Lady Gaga Breaking Up With Chicago? Split With Kinney Could Mean Goodbye

Lady Gaga was a Chicago mainstay while dating "Chicago Fire" star Taylor Kinney.

Lincoln Park »

King Crab Could Be Reopening Halsted Street Restaurant

Plus, crews appear to be putting the finishing touches on the restaurant replacing Black Duck.

Chicago Bingo On Your Phone: Can You Find These Daily Annoyances?

Can you find an annoying clipboard activist? Or a Chicago flag tattoo? Or a couple arguing? Bingo!!

We Found One Of The Mystery Men Behind The CTA Bus Sing-Off

Reginald Hughes is the lead singer of R&B group "The Reggie Hughes Experience."

Near West Side »

Artist Don't Fret Takes Festival Signs To A New Level—And People Love It

"When I was a child I thought I knew everything," one sign reads.

Near West Side »

Nice Day For A White Wedding: Congrats To Pitchfork Music Fest Newlyweds!

Jimmy and Mallory Evans said when they heard Pitchfork was happening nearby, they had to stop in.

Top Stories

Downtown Twins Born At Roosevelt Red Line Station Have Names, Are Doing Well

And, no, they're not called Roosevelt and State.

Humboldt Park Humboldt Park's Puerto Rican Evacuee Welcome Center Opens Today

For most of November, it'll be open two days a week, between 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays.

Roseland Police Hiring Process Discriminates Against Blacks, Latinos: Ald. Beale

Data shows that while more blacks and Latinos applied to the CPD, most new officers are white.

Wicker Park Trek Bike Shop Coming To Milwaukee Avenue's 'Hipster Highway,' Bid Shows

The nation's largest bike maker is soliciting bids for a retail build-out at 1647 N. Milwaukee Ave.

Downtown Ald. Willie Cochran Collapses During City Council Hearing

Cochran was given CPR by 40th Ward Ald. Patrick O'Connor, taken to Northwestern hospital.

Chinatown Pistol Whipping of Sisters In Chinatown Part Of Larger Crime Spree: Police

The violent robbery could be connected to four other robberies in the area, police said.

The Loop 39 Phones A Day Are Stolen On Average In Chicago

We looked at the data behind thousands of cellphones reported stolen in Chicago since January 2016.

Dunning Drunken-Driving Victim Hopes Cop Charged With DUI Gets Probation: Court

Erin Mowry, 42, could be convicted of aggravated DUI for the July 2015 crash.

West Pullman Man Shoots Himself In Penis During West Pullman Robbery, Prosecutors Say

Terrion Pouncy, 19, was still hospitalized Thursday following surgery.

Logan Square Landlord M. Fishman's Move To Evict Logan Square Tenants Sparks Protest

The eviction notices "caught many families unprepared," activists said.

Noble Square Million Dollar Town Houses On Wicker, Noble Square Border Launch Pre-Sales

"The reception has been outstanding. We've had lots of interest and excitement," the listing agent said.

O'Hare Traveling For Thanksgiving? Midway, O'Hare Among Most Delayed Busy Airports

About 20 percent of O'Hare and Midway flights for Thanksgiving get delayed, according to a new report.