Steering around questions about the event's future, Mayor Brandon Johnson says "a conversation" with NASCAR is the next step. Ald. Brendan Reilly says he is optimistic about getting "a good deal for Chicago.

NASCAR's return to Chicago brought in the top Cup Series stars, flashy sponsor activations, and big-name revenue throughout a three-year deal. Still, not every Chicagoan is happy with the checkered flag being waved in their city,

Beyond tens of thousands of expected attendees, Chicago’s telegenic lakefront and skyline will once again serve as a live backdrop to race cars careening around an urban circuit.

Senior mayoral adviser Jason Lee acknowledged that there are “some real limitations on moving the date” based on NASCAR’s overall schedule and "some of the local events in Chicago in the same footprint.

Mayor Brandon Johnson is open to NASCAR returning to Chicago, but hinted Tuesday the city may need a better deal before stock car drivers again race through its streets. NASCAR has 90 days to request a contract extension with the Chicago Park District.

Mayor Brandon Johnson signaled openness to NASCAR returning the city’s downtown next year, but perhaps not on the Fourth of July weekend.

Denny Hamlin had some interesting things to say about Ross Chastain‘s incident with Joey Logano during the Chicago Street Race. On the Actions Detrimental podcast, Hamlin was asked if NASCAR will fine Chastain for wrecking Logano late in the race.

Shane van Gisbergen made history and NASCAR's future at Chicago remains uncertain. Here are the biggest takeaways from the Windy City.

In the third year of a three-year contract, the future of NASCAR in Chicago remains up in the air. Races are scheduled July 5 and 6 on streets in the heart of the city’s downtown area. Mayor Brandon Johnson would not say if he wanted NASCAR to return next year.

After being penalized following a caution on Lap 248, the two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion exits the track and does not return.