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Today in Chicago History: Same-sex couples receive Illinois marriage licenses for the first time
06/01/2026

Today in Chicago History: Same-sex couples receive Illinois marriage licenses for the first time

Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on June 1, according to the Tribune’s archives.

Today in History: Louis Brandeis confirmed as first Jewish Supreme Court justice
06/01/2026

Today in History: Louis Brandeis confirmed as first Jewish Supreme Court justice

On June 1, 1916, the Senate voted 47-22 to confirm Louis Brandeis as an associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, the first Jewish American to serve on the nation’s highest bench.

Asking Eric: Aging aunt is increasingly demanding
06/01/2026

Asking Eric: Aging aunt is increasingly demanding

Dear Eric: How can I lovingly set boundaries with an aging, widowed and childless aunt who is seeking more connection but whose long-standing self-centered behavior – dominating conversations, disregarding others’ needs, and making unr…

The August world record gathering dubbed “Malört World Record: Bad Decision for a Good Cause,” is all about sheer size.
06/01/2026

The August world record gathering dubbed “Malört World Record: Bad Decision for a Good Cause,” is all about sheer size.

Jeppson’s Malört hopes to gather hundreds of fans to set the world record for most people taking a shot of Malört at the same time.

Tuner” is the narrative feature debut of Daniel Roher, the acclaimed documentary filmmaker whose “Navalny” won the Oscar...
06/01/2026

Tuner” is the narrative feature debut of Daniel Roher, the acclaimed documentary filmmaker whose “Navalny” won the Oscar in 2023. But with “Tuner,” he proves he can capably play in another key, while delivering one of the freshest surprises of the year.

For anyone who thinks they don’t make them like they used to, say hello to a beautifully made crime romance with a terrific star turn from Leo Woodall.

Tears were shed and smiles were shared on a Hyde Park corner earlier this week as dozens of family and friends celebrate...
06/01/2026

Tears were shed and smiles were shared on a Hyde Park corner earlier this week as dozens of family and friends celebrated the legacy of the late Yolanda Travis Mack, a one-time franchisee of four McDonald’s South Side locations.

An honorary street sign renamed South Lake Park Avenue in Hyde Park as Yolanda Travis Mack Way in honor of the late McDonald’s franchise owner.

Commentary: CTU members asked: Where are my union dues going and how will they be spent? Finding out that additional due...
06/01/2026

Commentary: CTU members asked: Where are my union dues going and how will they be spent? Finding out that additional dues would be spent on the upcoming Chicago Board of Education election campaigns and mayoral race inspired clear opposition.

Members’ vote opposing an increase in dues for political purposes delivered a resounding message to Chicago Teachers Union leadership.

“People don’t realize the effects of the (payments in lieu of taxes) go far beyond just the Bears. They are basically th...
06/01/2026

“People don’t realize the effects of the (payments in lieu of taxes) go far beyond just the Bears. They are basically the tip of the iceberg here,” said Hal Dardick, Pappas’ research director, referring to the tax arrangement called “PILOT” for short.

A new report raises questions on a state megaprojects plan as lawmakers try to reach a deal to keep the Chicago Bears in Illinois.

There are open-air lessons in Grant Park and on Navy Pier and, notably, a lit after-hours party at the MCA themed after ...
06/01/2026

There are open-air lessons in Grant Park and on Navy Pier and, notably, a lit after-hours party at the MCA themed after its current dancehall-inspired exhibition. Here is our list of these and some of the other summer dance highlights.

Also in our list of critic’s picks for summer: Dance for Life, outdoor celebrations and half a century for Ensemble Español.

Faced with the collapse of a yearslong tax relief plan aimed at encouraging a Chicago Bears move to Arlington Heights, s...
06/01/2026

Faced with the collapse of a yearslong tax relief plan aimed at encouraging a Chicago Bears move to Arlington Heights, state lawmakers spent Sunday, the last scheduled day of their spring session, scrambling for a Hail Mary plan that could get the votes to coerce the team to stay in Illinois.

Illinois lawmakers spent Sunday, the last scheduled day of their spring session, scrambling for a Hail Mary plan that could get the votes to coerce the team to stay in Illinois as a stadium plan in Hammond, Indiana, awaits.

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