Katy Perry: Fresh off her voyage to outer space, Katy Perry’s Lifetimes Tour touches down in Chicago. Expect her to “Roar.” Rebecca Black will also perform. 7 p.m. May 12 at the United Center, 1901 W. Madison St.; tickets from $152.15 at katyperry.com Rauw Alejandro: After selling out two shows at the United Center, Rauw […]
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Today in Chicago History: Flaurie and Maurie Berman open Superdawg Drive-In
Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on May 9, according to the Tribune’s archives.
Today in History: Donald Trump found liable for sexually abusing E. Jean Carroll
On May 9, 2023, a jury found Donald Trump liable for sexually abusing advice columnist E. Jean Carroll in 1996, awarding her $5 million in damages.
Asking Eric: Why don’t they knock?
Dear Eric: I work in an outpatient center where I, along with a few others, see multiple patients (lactating parents working on feeding their babies). On my lunch break, I choose to close the door, put my feet up and close my eyes for 30 minutes. Several times, a coworker had opened the door (when starting her shift, looking for an open exam room) without knocking, which caused me to startle, and we both scared each other.
Chicago Cubs to call up top pitching prospect Cade Horton, who’s in line to make his MLB debut Saturday
The Chicago Cubs are planning to bring up top pitching prospect Cade Horton to join the team in New York, a source confirmed to the Tribune on Thursday.
President Trump fires Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden
President Donald Trump has abruptly fired Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden as the White House continues to purge the federal government.
Newly named Pope Leo XIV has Creole roots in New Orleans, genealogist says
Robert Francis Prevost, the Chicago-born cardinal selected Thursday as the next pope, is partially descended from Creole people of color, according to Jari C. Honora, a noted genealogist and historian.
Reports of Trump deportation plans highlight abuse of migrants in Libya
Experts, human rights workers and lawyers criticized reports of plans to deport migrants from the U.S. to Libya.
Pope Leo XIV’s family: What to know about his parents and their deep Chicago ties
Here’s a look at what we discovered about some of Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV’s family members in the Tribune archives.
James Beard Foundation announces 2025 media award nominees, next cohort of Taste America chefs
Local media nominees include Eater Midwest Editor Ashok Selvam, plus Bar Sotano chef Jacqueline Hernandez named in Taste America series.