Articles filed under Chicago
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Chicago’s Jewish Film Festival opens March 7 with stories of hope, chutzpah and humanityFeb 27, 2026 11:05 pm - JCC Chicago's 13th annual Jewish Film Festival runs March 7-22, featuring 21 films including documentaries, dramas, and comedies with select Q and As. The festival has screened over 300 films and hosted more than 70,000 filmgoers throughout its history.
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Archdiocese of Chicago Parishes host Friday Fish Frys during the Lenten SeasonFeb 23, 2026 3:52 pm - There is a long-standing tradition of parishes offering fish dinners on Fridays during Lent.
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Find Love Safely brings matchmaking services for people with disabilities to ChicagoFeb 22, 2026 10:06 pm - Find Love Safely is bringing its safety-first dating and friendship program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to the Chicago area, offering a supported and respectful way to build meaningful relationships.
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McDonald’s says focus on value is bringing back customersFeb 12, 2026 2:31 pm - McDonald’s focus on value is paying off.The fast food giant said Wednesday that its global same-store sales — or sales at locations open at least a year — jumped 5.7% in the October-December period. That's better than the 3.9% Wall Street was expecting, according to analysts polled by FactSet.
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Industry veteran named new president and CEO of Portillo’sFeb 12, 2026 2:06 pm - Chicago-based Portillo’s has appointed restaurant industry veteran Brett Patterson as president and chief executive officer, effective Feb. 23, the company announced Thursday.
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Kraft Heinz pauses plans to split into 2 companies, says its problems are 'fixable'Feb 11, 2026 10:57 am - Kraft Heinz said Wednesday it's pausing its plans to split into two companies. Steve Cahillane, a former Kellogg Co. chief who became CEO of Kraft Heinz on Jan. 1, said he wants to ensure that all of the company's resources are focused on profitable growth.
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Man charged with having gun modified to fire automaticallyFeb 09, 2026 2:15 pm - A Chicago man is accused of possessing a gun that had been modified to fire fully automatically.
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Full throttle: Chicago Auto Show cruises into McCormick PlaceFeb 06, 2026 7:12 pm - What’s hot at the auto show, plus insider tips on market trends and interest rates.
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DuPage group to build altars, hold vigil Saturday for those killed by immigration enforcement officersFeb 06, 2026 2:32 pm - The Casa DuPage Workers Center, together with community members, will honor three people killed by federal immigration officers by constructing Day of the Dead altars Saturday in Wheaton.
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Car-tastic: The Chicago Auto Show is back with 2,000 tires to kickFeb 01, 2026 8:45 pm - New attractions include Chi-Town Alley showcasing local car culture and an indoor test track for gas-powered autos.