Chicago health officials monitoring uptick in meningococcal disease cases
While Chicago typically saw 1–3 cases annually from 2017-2022, the tally rose to seven in 2023 and eight so far in 2024, with four fatalities.
Chicago police seek CTA assault suspect who punched, kicked victim
Chicago police are seeking the public's help in identifying a man who allegedly assaulted a CTA passenger last month.
Chicago weather: Showers clearing tonight, sunny skies and mild temps expected Wednesday
Scattered showers and isolated storms are possible on Tuesday evening, and then the shower activity will taper off at night with lows in the upper 40s and low 50s.
Suburban mayor endorses Chicago Bears' lakefront stadium proposal
It appears that the Chicago Bears' proposal for a new lakefront stadium has gained unexpected support.
Funeral arrangements announced for Glenview teen killed in tragic Mother's Day crash
Funeral arrangements have been announced for the 17-year-old boy who died in a tragic crash on Mother's Day.
Wheelchair initiative in Will County expands opportunities for individuals with disabilities to explore nature
A new initiative in the suburbs is expanding opportunities for individuals with disabilities to engage with nature.
Rosemont mayor backs Bears' lakefront stadium plans
It appears that the Chicago Bears' proposal for a new lakefront stadium has gained unexpected support.
Wheelchair initiative in Will County expands opportunities for individuals with disabilities to explore nature
A new initiative in the suburbs is expanding opportunities for individuals with disabilities to engage with nature.
8 killed in migrant bus crash
The driver of a pickup truck that crashed into a bus carrying farm workers in Florida has been arrested.
Education department announces highest federal student loan interest rate in over a decade
How will the interest rates affect new students? We talk to a local expert.
Some Red Lobsters closing
Two Red Lobster restaurants in Illinois abruptly closed their doors Monday amid reports the seafood chain could file for bankruptcy.
Driver struck pedestrian near Metra station parking lot in Bucktown, fled the scene: police
A driver is wanted after striking a pedestrian near the Metra Clybourn Train Station parking lot before fleeing the scene.
Cook County commissioners address maternal health crisis
Cook County commissioners are working to improve maternal health outcomes and access to care. The Health and Hospitals Committee held a hearing on the maternal health crisis. Maternal mortality, or the rate at which women die from complications related to childbirth, worsened during the pandemic.
Video shows moment Delta plane catches fire at Sea-Tac, passengers evacuate using slides
A new video has captured the moment the front of a Delta plane burst into flames after landing at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport earlier in May.
Possible Kim Foxx successor outlines his Chicago safety plans
The candidates for Cook County State's Attorney are laying out their plans to keep everyone safe.
Michael Cohen gives details of Trump hush money scheme including check stubs, fake receipts
Michael Cohen returned to the witness stand Tuesday and testified about purposefully mislabeled checks, false receipts, and his blind loyalty to Donald Trump, underscoring the former president's effort to illegally cover up payments.
Portillo’s x Lou Malnati’s Italian Beef Deep Dish Pizza returns
Portillo’s and Lou Malnati’s are once again joining forces to reintroduce the Portillo’s x Lou Malnati’s Italian Beef Deep Dish in honor of Italian Beef Week!
Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry to be renamed
The Museum of Science (MSI) and Industry is getting a new name to honor the man behind a historic donation.
Marine Corps vet Michael Jacobson recognized as Illinois Student Veteran of the Year
A Marine Corps veteran currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) was honored with the prestigious 2024 Illinois Student Veteran of the Year award on Tuesday.
Italian Beef Deep Dish Pizza returns
Portillo’s and Lou Malnati’s are once again joining forces to reintroduce the Portillo’s x Lou Malnati’s Italian Beef Deep Dish in honor of Italian Beef Week!