New 'aggressive' flu strain emerging as health threat: Where it's spreading the most
A highly contagious and aggressive flu strain is sweeping the nation this season.
Here's when you can visit Brookfield Zoo for free in January, February
What better way to kick off the new year than a free visit to Brookfield Zoo Chicago?
Boy, 16, reported missing from Chicago's South Side
Chicago police are asking for the public’s help to locate a missing 16-year-old boy last seen on the city’s South Side.
Police warn of River North robberies by people asking for donations
Police are warning River North residents and visitors about a string of robberies in which offenders allegedly trick victims into handing over their phones before stealing money electronically.
Nyveia Lofton: Missing 15-year-old girl last seen on Chicago's West Side
A search is underway for a missing 15-year-old girl on Chicago's West Side, authorities said.
Man injured after gun discharges during cleaning on Christmas Day on Chicago’s Northwest Side: police
A man is hospitalized after a gun accidentally discharged while being cleaned Christmas Day on Chicago’s Northwest Side, police said.
Isabella Brown: 15-year-old girl reported missing from Chicago's South Side
Authorities are asking for the public’s help to find a missing 15-year-old girl last seen on Chicago’s South Side days before Christmas.
$400k shipment of live lobsters hijacked en route to Midwest Costco locations
The shipment was reportedly picked up in Massachusetts but never reached its destinations
Flu cases rise as holiday gatherings raise concern
With millions already infected, health officials warn that holiday get-togethers could fuel the spread of the flu and are urging people to take simple steps to stay safe.
Teen arrested months after armed robbery on Chicago CTA platform, police say
Nearly four months later, Chicago police say a teen is in custody in connection with an armed robbery on a CTA platform.
Illinois prosecutor clears Aurora officers of wrongdoing after man's in-custody death
Kane County's top prosecutor says Aurora police officers did nothing wrong in the in-custody death of Irving Martinez earlier this year.
Chicago crime: Teen arrested 5 months after robbing and carjacking another boy, police say
Chicago police say a teen has been arrested months after he robbed and carjacked another boy on the South Side.
Analis Suarez: Chicago teen missing from Northwest Side, police say
Chicago police are asking for help finding 17-year-old Analis Suarez, who's been reported missing from the Northwest Side.
Powerball ticket sold in Arkansas wins $1.817 billion jackpot
Someone who bought a lottery ticket in Arkansas will most likely have a very memorable Christmas Day, as that ticket won the $1.8 billion Powerball jackpot during the drawing on Christmas Eve.
Chicago police: Man sought after pushing woman into her car, sexually assaulting her
Chicago police are searching for a man accused of sexually assaulting a woman on Christmas Eve.
State of emergency declared as atmospheric river batters Southern California
A powerful atmospheric river is causing widespread damage across Southern California, prompting the governor to declare a state of emergency as crews respond to flooding and destruction.
Millions face health insurance premium hikes as Covid-era subsidies expire
With pandemic-era health insurance subsidies ending January 1, millions of Americans could see sharp premium increases—while Congress shows little sign of acting in time.
Fire breaks out at home in Zion
Crews are investigating a late-night house fire in north suburban Zion.
Overnight house fire in Zion
A fire broke out late Wednesday at a home in suburban Zion. Crews are investigating.
$1.7B Powerball jackpot still up for grabs on Christmas Eve
The Powerball jackpot has climbed to $1.7 billion for Wednesday night's drawing after no ticket matched all six numbers on Monday.