AccuRadio, which launched its free music streaming service in 2000, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection amid an ongoing legal dispute over artist royalty payments.
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Neighbors mixed on proposed Evanston tower that would rival suburbs’ tallest buildings
An Evanston developer is facing community pushback after proposing a 31-story, 333 foot tall apartment building that would rank third tallest in suburban Chicagoland. The proposed residential tower would have the same number of floors as suburban Chicago’s tallest building, Oakbrook Terrace Tower in DuPage County, though that building rises 418 feet, according to information […]
‘Murderbot’ review: A robot turns sentient and … decides to watch a lot of TV
A humanoid robot played by Alexander Skarsgård hacks into its own system in the Apple TV+ sci-fi comedy.
Trump-themed shop could be closed over code issues, but owner says it’s political
The Trump Truth Store has been cited for several code violations, but the owner claims she’s being unfairly targeted for her political beliefs.
Scientists join the fight against basement flooding in Chatham: ‘The cavalry is coming’
The South Side is a flooding hot spot without being a rain hot spot, indicating other forces are at work.
Asking Eric: Party guest stayed inside while the party was outside
Dear Eric: When we moved to our new home, we realized we had a great view of our town’s Fourth of July fireworks. Last year we invited a diverse group for a barbecue and fireworks viewing. One of the guests, a relatively new acquaintance, thought it was too hot to stay outside all evening, coming outside just for the fireworks.
Transfer portal has shifted priorities in college football recruiting. One response: High school showcases.
The NCAA transfer portal has changed the recruiting game for high school football players — and the coaches who try to set them on the best path.
Quiet influence, loud wines: Inside RieslingKenner’s mission to bring German wine to Chicago
Two Chicago-based wine obsessives — neither from the wine or hospitality industry — are on a mission to make America fall for German wine.
It can be difficult to find therapists who take health insurance in Illinois. Lawmakers are considering a bill to change that.
A number of therapists have stopped accepting private insurance, saying health insurers don’t reimburse them enough money for their services and force them to jump through too many hoops.
Asking Eric: I was the family event planner until an unexpected job layoff
Dear Eric: I have gotten snarky comments over the years whenever I post pictures of my children and grandchildren enjoying ourselves, e.g. “Oh, you went on vacation and did not tell anyone. I wanted to go, too.” I usually ignore these comments. (I guess with retirement I can finally read the comments versus zooming through them). But it’s starting to rile me up. Should I say something?