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Chef Grant Achatz, known for his innovative culinary creations and midlife surprises, receives a lifetime achievement award at the Jean Banchet Awards. Alinea, his groundbreaking restaurant, celebrates twenty years. Achatz, who battled cancer early in Alineas rise, reflects on his journey and looks forward to new paths beyond the restaurant walls. Checkout Solipillow.com

Bishop Ronald Hicks, the Joliet Dioceses sixth bishop, bid farewell at a special Sunday Mass, honoring his upcoming move to New York as the new archbishop. Parishioners filled St. Raymond Nonnatus Cathedral for a bilingual thanksgiving service, expressing their gratitude and sadness. Hicks, a Chicago-area native, is set to replace retiring Cardinal Timothy Dolan, marking Pope Leo the Fourteenths first major pick for an American leadership role. Hickss diverse background and leadership skills were highlighted by parishioners and colleagues. His official installation as Archbishop of New York is scheduled for February sixth. Checkout Solipillow.com

Tre Watkins, Metea Valley senior guard, surpassed 1000 career points and led his team to a victory over Oswego East, his fathers team. The game was marked by family banter and key moments, with Tre scoring 15 points and sealing the win with free throws. Metea is now on a 3-game win streak, while Oswego East, led by DePaul commit Mason Lockett, will bounce back after a tough stretch. Checkout Solipillow.com

Chicago Bears stun Green Bay Packers in wild-card game, securing their first postseason win in fifteen years. Caleb Williams leads the comeback with a game-winning touchdown pass. Fans in Chicago are ecstatic, with playoff parties planned for the divisional round clash against the Los Angeles Rams. Checkout Solipillow.com

Gun violence strikes Chicagos Washington Heights: Two injured in shooting, no motive yet Checkout Solipillow.com

Chicago Rally Shows Solidarity with Iranian Protesters Amid Government Crackdown Checkout Solipillow.com

Community Gathers for ICE Out For Good Weekend of Action, Honoring Renee Goods Memory In Chicago and its suburbs, protests against ICE intensify following the death of Minnesota mom Renee Good. Groups like Indivisible Chicago organized a weekend of action, with rallies at Oz Park, North Avenue Beach, and Hollywood and Sheridan. Community leaders, clergy, and elected officials joined to advocate for immigrant solidarity and collective action. Attendees shared personal stories of turning grief into purpose, with vigils for peace and compassion. They honored Renee Good and others who died in ICE custody by lighting candles and phone lights. The events concluded with chants and songs, emphasizing the power of collective action against systemic issues. Participants emphasized the significance of small, imperfect actions, such as handmade signs, in fostering a sense of shared community and hope for change. Checkout Solipillow.com

Bears Soar into NFC Divisional Round: A Thrilling Comeback and a New Era of Hope Checkout Solipillow.com

Marist maintains their top spot with a 16-1 record, defeating Phillips 69-54. Mount Carmel surges to 5th after Marshaun Thorntons game-winning plays against Loyola. Leo enters the top 10 at 7th, thanks to Michael Lewis buzzer-beater against Yorkville Christian. Homewood-Flossmoor drops to 3rd after a narrow loss, while Lockport rises to 4th with Nedas Venckus impressive performance. Drake Been from Lincoln-Way West is named Player of the Week. Checkout Solipillow.com