3 shot while sitting in vehicle on Chicago's Northwest Side
Three people were shot early Thursday morning while sitting in a parked vehicle on Chicago’s Northwest Side, authorities said.
Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss announces run for Congress
Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss on Thursday announced his candidacy for Illinois' 9th Congressional District, entering the race to replace longtime Rep. Jan Schakowsky, who is not seeking reelection.
Chicago police officer, driver hurt in Englewood crash
A Chicago police officer and a driver were injured Wednesday evening in a crash involving a squad car on the city’s South Side, authorities said.
Woman, 20, shot in Chatham
A 20-year-old woman was shot and killed early Thursday morning in Chicago's Chatham neighborhood, police said.
4-year-old shot while riding in minivan on Chicago's Southwest Side
A 4-year-old boy was critically wounded in a shooting Wednesday evening on the city’s Southwest Side, police said.
Chicago weather: Fog, possible record heat and severe storms expected today
Chicago could see its first 90-degree day of the year today, with severe storms possible in the afternoon.
Woman cited after crash with Chicago police vehicle, officials say
A woman was cited and at least two people were hospitalized after a crash involving a Chicago police vehicle on Wednesday night, authorities said.
Chicago celebrates police and fire academy graduates
Wednesday was a special night in Chicago for some students with a heroic future ahead of them.
Beyoncé takes over Soldier Field tomorrow — Chicago's ready
The stage is set at Soldier Field for Beyoncé and we are just about 24 hours away from her first Chicago show.
4-year-old while riding in minivan on Chicago's Southwest Side, 2 in custody
Two people were taken into custody after a 4-year-old boy was critically wounded in a shooting Wednesday evening on the city’s Southwest Side, police said.
Man fatally stabbed during argument on South Side, police say
A 21-year-old man was fatally stabbed during an argument Wednesday evening on Chicago’s South Side, according to police.
Cicero man charged after hitting golfer with car on Chicago course, police say
A Cicero man has been charged after allegedly driving onto a Chicago golf course and hitting a 70-year-old golfer.
Chicago weather: Severe storms possible on Thursday as cold front approaches
Severe storms are possible Thursday afternoon across the Chicago area as a cold front moves through, bringing a risk of damaging winds and heavy rain.
Chicago Football Schedule Release: Breaking down the 2025 Bears schedule
The Chicago Bears' 2025 schedule is out. It's time to talk about it. Lou Canellis, Cassie Carlson, Rick Telander, Pat The Designer, Chris Bleck and Adam Abdalla break down the 18-game schedule.
Illinois man sentenced for shooting victim in face during dinner break, prosecutors say
An Illinois man has been sentenced to prison for shooting another man in the face during a dinner break outside their workplace in West Chicago.
Eleven new speed cameras in Chicago to begin issuing tickets in June
New Chicago speed cameras will start issuing fines in June. See the full list of locations.
U of I chancellor reflects before his retirement: 'I'm going to miss it with all my heart'
After nine years at the top, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign chancellor Robert Jones is leaving. Jones sat down for an exit interview about the successes and challenges of his historic tenure.
Northwestern faces new federal investigation over reported treatment of Jewish students
The Department of Health and Human Services is now investigating Northwestern for possible Title VI violations. Here's what we know about the new probe.
'Live Like Roo' dog prom set for this weekend
There's a dog prom this weekend and behind all the fun is a mission that started with one dog -- Roo.
Security heightened at North Side high school after student shot during dismissal
A 17-year-old student at Mather High School was wounded in a shooting during dismissal Tuesday afternoon near a North Side school, prompting a brief lockdown.