Paramount Theatre recently shared that its Broadway musical series productions earned 15 nominations for outstanding performance, direction and/or design in Chicago theater last season. Two of Paramount’s four 2016-17 Broadway series productions – Disney’s The Little Mermaid and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street received multiple nominations, including the biggest honor, Best Production-Musical-Large.

Paramount Theatre recently shared that its Broadway musical series productions earned 15 nominations for outstanding performance, direction and/or design in Chicago theater last season. Two …

Published on September 6, 2017
The Mariano’s chain opened its newest location in Bronzeville on October 11, 2016 . photo: Aamer Madhani

The Mariano’s chain opened its newest location in Bronzeville on October 11, 2016 . photo: Aamer Madhani

Published on September 6, 2017
Henry Benjamin

Henry Benjamin

Published on September 6, 2017
Photos by Rebecca Healy • Chicago Fire Department firehouse on 110th block of Homewood Avenue.

Photos by Rebecca Healy • Chicago Fire Department firehouse on 110th block of Homewood Avenue.

Published on September 6, 2017
In honor of the late Silas Purnell, who died 14 years ago, the Chesterfield Community Council (CCC) will host its 13th Annual Silas Purnell College Expo on September 16, 11:00 a.m. at Tuley Park Field house on 90th & King Drive. The event exposes high school students to various college opportunities. Photo Credit: Chesterfield Community Council

In honor of the late Silas Purnell, who died 14 years ago, the Chesterfield Community Council (CCC) will host its 13th Annual Silas Purnell College …

Published on September 6, 2017
Getting and staying fit can be easier at any age with the help of a good program.

Getting and staying fit can be easier at any age with the help of a good program.

Published on September 6, 2017
UChicago Startup Investment Program has made its first investment in ExplORer Surgical, an interactive surgical software platform. Courtesy of UChicago Startup Investment Program

UChicago Startup Investment Program has made its first investment in ExplORer Surgical, an interactive surgical software platform. Courtesy of UChicago Startup Investment Program

Published on September 6, 2017
Illinois Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and local community leaders announced the 20th annual Chicago Football Classic, which will take place on Sept. 30 at Soldier Field. Photo Credit: Christopher Shuttlesworth

Illinois Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and local community leaders announced the 20th annual Chicago Football Classic, which will take place on Sept. 30 …

Published on September 6, 2017
In the recent wake of Governor Bruce Rauner’s veto of an $15 minimum wage hike, several workers gathered on the floor of the James R. Thompson Center lobby chanting, “Rauner Vetoed $15, Veto Rauner in 18!” Photo Courtesy of Fight for $15

In the recent wake of Governor Bruce Rauner’s veto of an $15 minimum wage hike, several workers gathered on the floor of the James R. …

Published on September 6, 2017
African American children are at a great risk of contracting infectious diseases like measles, due to not receiving full doses of vaccines recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Photo Credit: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

African American children are at a great risk of contracting infectious diseases like measles, due to not receiving full doses of vaccines recommended by the …

Published on September 6, 2017
The 2017 Disaster Preparedness Summit Panel discusses Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Planning in Illinois. Photo Credit: American Red Cross of Chicago & Northern Illinois

The 2017 Disaster Preparedness Summit Panel discusses Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Planning in Illinois. Photo Credit: American Red Cross of Chicago & Northern Illinois

Published on September 6, 2017