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Time Out Chicago

Chicagoans love their local pizza shops and, as it turns out, so should everyone else in the country—seven Chicago spots were just named best in the U.S. by 50 Top Pizza, an online guide focusing on the top Italian pizzerias across the globe. Although New York City was the...

These Chicago pizza restaurants were just named best in the U.S.

There’s a big opening in Chicago’s dining scene seemingly every week, so it’s little surprise that two restaurants have been named among the best newcomers in the U.S. Robb Report recently released its 2024 list of the 10 Best New Restaurants in America and two of our local favorites were honored with inclusion. Maxwells Trading, the West Loop hotspot led by chef Erling Wu-Bower, landed at No. 3.

Two Chicago spots ranked among the best new restaurants in America

Ladies and gentlemen, it's time to eat steak: One of the most popular steakhouses in London, Hawksmoor, has officially opened in Chicago at 500 N. LaSalle Dr. in River North. Voted No. 12 on the 2024 World's Best Steak Restaurants list (six Chicago eateries also made the ranking!), Hawksmoor was first opened in the UK by childhood friends Will Beckett and Huw Gott back in 2006.

One of the most popular steakhouses in London has opened in Chicago

Popular fast-food chain Jack in the Box is ready to make its return to Chicago. Yesterday, the company announced plans to open eight new destinations all across Chicagoland in 2025. They will be the first Jack in the Box restaurants in town in 44 years. Burgers, tacos and milkshakes for all!

Jack in the Box is making its Chicago comeback after four decades!

In just a few short hours, the highly-anticipated third season of The Bear will be released. And what better way to enjoy the new episodes than with some free food?. Starting at 11am tomorrow, June 27, Pepsi will be covering the costs of an Italian beef sandwich and Pepsi product from several of Chicago’s most popular beef stands. To claim the offer, you’ll have to purchase a juicy beef and cold soda from Mr. Beef, Al’s Beef, Buona or Pop’s Beef, take a photo of the combo and share it to your Instagram feed (Instagram Stories will not qualify) while tagging @pepsi and using the hashtags #ChicagoTastesBetterWithPepsi and #PepsiOffer.

Here's how you can get a free Italian beef sandwich this week

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Get ready to meet three little balls of fluff who are ready to fill your heart, and life, with love. Brynn, Bambi, and Bubbles Bath are 6-week-old Great Pyrenees mix sisters who were found as strays living under a porch. Sadly, their mother, also a stray, did not allow herself to be caught and brought into rescue alongside her babies. Despite that, the three puppies are healthy and happy in their new foster home. They have a bright future ahead of them, assuming YOU adopt them! Or, maybe you don't want pure joy, cuteness, and fluff-love in your life.

Great Pyrenees Sisters Found Living Under Porch - Now Searching For Love

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Indiana State

Franklin, IN

A wave of closures is hitting Pizza Hut, a pizza chain known for its iconic slanted-roof buildings, with 6,775 locations feeling the pinch in the tough restaurant industry landscape.

A well-known pizza chain with over 6K locations has begun closing some of its stores

Just last week, officials revealed that "The Bean"—Anish Kapoor's iconic chrome-like sculpture in Millennium Park—would reopen to the public before the end of the month. We are delighted to report that the instantly-recognizable outdoor installation officially reopened yesterday after ten months of renovations. Officially named "Cloud Gate," the...

'The Bean' has officially reopened!

Arizona State

Elgin, IL

Although we're usually reluctant to report on the sorts of ranking that seem to be based on non-official methodologies, we feel compelled to share the latest such study that caught our eye, mostly because it crowns the Chicago suburb of Elgin as the safest and cheapest city in all of the U.S.

This Chicago suburb is apparently the most affordable city in the U.S.

Chicagoans are (rightfully so!) super excited about Jon Stewart's The Daily Show and Stephen Colbert's Late Show hitting the road this summer and broadcasting from Chicago during the Democratic National Convention from August 19 to 22. Tickets for both of the events are finally available to the public. Even more...

How to get tickets to the 'Late Show with Stephen Colbert' and the 'Daily Show' in Chicago

Colorado State

Denver, CO

National Weather Force

Isolated severe thunderstorms are expected across the Central Plains on Monday. The main threats include damaging winds and isolated severe hail. Check below for further details, timing and much more information.

Severe T-Storms with Damaging Winds & Large Hail Possible in the Central Plains; July 15th, 2024

Savannah, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

Kentucky State

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

The much-anticipated TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2024 have officially been announced, spanning a slew of categories and geographical regions. We're proud, delighted and excited to share that our very own Art Institute of Chicago has, indeed, made one of the lists, ranking No. 18 on the top attractions across the United States survey. Woo-hoo!

This Chicago attraction was just ranked one of the best in the U.S.

The biggest celebration of Pride Month is almost upon us—the Chicago Pride Parade marches through the streets of Lakeview this Sunday, June 30. What streets will be closed for the Chicago Pride Parade?. The procession will step off at 11am from Sheridan and Broadway and travel south via Broadway...

The 2024 Chicago Pride Parade street closures you need to know about

New Jersey State

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

ESSEX COUNTY, N.J. - In a notable case from Essex County, New Jersey, 32-year-old Mahogany Hawkins of Newark has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for her involvement in drug trafficking, specifically cocaine and methamphetamine.

Newark Woman Gets 10-Year Sentence for Drug Trafficking

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NewsBreak

'Top Chef' judges dish on the Midwest, Chicago restaurants and much more

The 21st season of Top Chef marked a return to the Midwest for Bravo's celebrated cooking competition. Taking place across Wisconsin, this season was the first...

'Top Chef' judges dish on the Midwest, Chicago restaurants and much more

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