Obituary for Raimund F. “Ray” Lotter, 1938-2021: Close your eyes and you can see the legacy of the longtime adopted Santa of sorts to Chicago. … [Read more...] about Christkindlmarket founder Ray Lotter, a German immigrant who ‘never lost his roots,’ has died at 83
Bob Koester, known for his famed Jazz Record Mart and founder of Delmark Records, dies at 88
An "incredible hero of blues and jazz recording" who ensured artists ignored by the major labels had their music recorded. … [Read more...] about Bob Koester, known for his famed Jazz Record Mart and founder of Delmark Records, dies at 88
As Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s two-year anniversary approaches, top-level vacancies are mounting: ‘This has been a very tough year, I think, on a lot of people’
At least a dozen top people in Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot's office have resigned or said they’re on their way out since late last year. Several positions have remained unfilled for weeks or months. Observers said it’s important to have capable people filling even lower-profile behind-the-scenes posts in order to keep the city running smoothly. … [Read more...] about As Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s two-year anniversary approaches, top-level vacancies are mounting: ‘This has been a very tough year, I think, on a lot of people’
Column: The high number of job openings proves the stimulus is working, not that Americans are lazy
It’s disingenuous to blame the unfilled jobs entirely on the unemployed, Dahleen Glanton writes. … [Read more...] about Column: The high number of job openings proves the stimulus is working, not that Americans are lazy
Indiana hospital showed ‘lack of empathy and compassion’ in Black doctor’s care, but treatment didn’t contribute to her death, investigation finds
The review by a panel of six outside experts concluded Dr. Susan Moore suffered from a lack of cultural competence on the part of those treating her at IU Health North in Carmel. … [Read more...] about Indiana hospital showed ‘lack of empathy and compassion’ in Black doctor’s care, but treatment didn’t contribute to her death, investigation finds
Daywatch: Lightfoot’s top-level vacancies mounting, Northwestern athletic director resigns and our guide to dining out
Good morning, Chicago. Here are some of the top stories you need to know to start your day. … [Read more...] about Daywatch: Lightfoot’s top-level vacancies mounting, Northwestern athletic director resigns and our guide to dining out
Woman with a concealed carry license shot in leg during West Side attack, second woman seriously injured
A woman, 25, and a 24-year-old woman carrying a concealed handgun each were shot once in South Austin early Thursday. The 24-year-old returned fire but did not hit anyone, Chicago police said. … [Read more...] about Woman with a concealed carry license shot in leg during West Side attack, second woman seriously injured
Concealed carry holder pulled out weapon during Hegewisch dispute, shot neighbor, police say
A man with a concealed carry license shot his 53-year-old neighbor once in the leg during an argument, Chicago police said. … [Read more...] about Concealed carry holder pulled out weapon during Hegewisch dispute, shot neighbor, police say
Rep. Lauren Underwood’s reelection stands as US House dismisses challenge by Jim Oberweis
The U.S. House on Wednesday rejected Republican Jim Oberweis’ challenge to Democratic Rep. Lauren Underwood’s election last fall to a second term. … [Read more...] about Rep. Lauren Underwood’s reelection stands as US House dismisses challenge by Jim Oberweis