IDHS workers protest management, staffing issues
This month in labor news: The people signing you up for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and Medicare are protesting poor working conditions, and Chicago museum workers are celebrating union wins while one union alleges retaliation from its bosses. IDHS workers in Lincolnwood allege “toxic management,” accessibility issues Workers at an Illinois Department of Human
Thursday forecast: Possible record heat in Chicagoland, followed by potential severe storms later!!!
Thursday will be very hot and humid in Chicagoland, with the potential for severe weather developing between about 4 to 10 p.m.
McDonald’s plans to hire 375,000 U.S. workers this summer
McDonald’s said Monday it plans to hire up to 375,000 U.S. restaurant employees this summer, its biggest hiring push in years. The Chicago burger giant said the beefed-up job openings at both company-owned and franchised stores are partly due to a U.S. expansion. The company, which has more than 13,500 restaurants in the U.S., plans to open 900 more by 2027.
Australian startup to join Illinois quantum campus at former U.S. Steel South Works site
A quantum computing startup from Australia will join the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park at the former U.S. Steel South Works site, in a deal announced Monday. Sydney-based Diraq signed a letter of intent to join the state’s quantum campus
Chi Food Truck Fest returns to Daley Plaza for 10th season
The Chi Food Truck Fest is rolling back for its 10th season, kicking off Friday at Daley Plaza in the Loop.
Millennium Park Summer Workout Schedule 2025: Free Classes Kick Off Saturday

Pilates, yoga, Zumba and other guided workout classes are back on Saturdays in Millennium Park through August.
Washington Square Park Slated For Reseeding This Fall

The Near North Side park’s grassy areas would be closed to the public while the work is done over the winter.
Cubs vs. Marlins: Injury Report, Updates & Probable Starters – May 12
Cubs vs. Marlins – May 12! At Wrigley Field on Monday, the Miami Marlins (15-24) begin a three-game series against the Chicago Cubs (23-18), at 7:40 p.m. ET.
Uber Refunding Riders Hit With City Congestion Fee — But Won’t Say How Much It Owes
Uber Refunding Riders Hit With City Congestion Fee — But Won’t Say How Much It Owes
A woman and a man both fatally shot in Greater Grand Crossing just a day apart!!

Dear Abby: Stepmom’s fashion finds are far from ready to wear

IDHS workers protest management, staffing issues

Hail, tornadoes and more: Severe storms with ‘all weather hazards at play’ threaten Chicago area!

Woman cited after crash with Chicago police vehicle, officials say!

Thursday forecast: Possible record heat in Chicagoland, followed by potential severe storms later!!!
