Chicago reaches $15M settlement with parking meter company
The City of Chicago has reached a $15.5 million settlement with Chicago Parking Meters, LLC, ending years of legal disputes over its contentious parking meter lease agreement.
All I-55 northbound lanes closed after semi truck overturns near Woodridge
A semi truck overturned on the northbound side of Interstate 55 near Woodridge Thursday morning, shutting down all lanes near a major interchange during the morning rush.
Chicago weather: Severe storms pose tornado threat, damaging hail
Chicago is bracing for powerful storms that could pack very large hail, hurricane-force wind gusts and strong tornadoes.
Johnson on Chicago’s challenges, gambling debate in Springfield | Paris on Politics
On this episode of "Paris on Politics," Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson reflects on his administration’s midpoint, a state lawmaker makes the case for legalizing online gambling, and Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson shares how she found purpose through political threats and turmoil.
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 shot 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.