Chicago woman charged in robbery, attack on CTA Red Line
A Chicago woman was charged in connection to two crimes on the CTA Red Line last month.
Very demure: Dictionary.com chooses 2024 Word of the Year
Dictionary.com has chosen its 2024 Word of the Year – and it’s from that massive TikTok trend this summer.
Chicago mayor shifts budget plan, restores jobs for consent decree compliance
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced a significant change to his proposed budget on Tuesday, restoring 162 positions within the Chicago Police Department that are dedicated to carrying out the police consent decree.
Mayor restoring consent decree positions
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced a significant change to his proposed budget on Tuesday, restoring 162 positions within the Chicago Police Department that are dedicated to carrying out the police consent decree.
Majority of Chicago residents would vote against alders who support property tax hike, poll finds
As members of the Chicago City Council have heard opposition to a potential property tax hike to close a nearly $1 billion budget gap for 2025, a group of alderpeople commissioned a poll to gauge the views of their constituents.
Madigan trial: Tapes reveal alleged bribery in Chinatown development deal
Former Chicago Ald. Danny Solis testified that he wanted to curry political favor with Speaker of the House Mike Madigan so that he would win re-election as an alderman.
Poll: 4 in 5 Chicagoans oppose property tax hike
A poll commissioned by a group of alderpeople suggests that 78% of respondents would likely vote against their council member if they supported a $150 million property tax hike before making budget cuts.
Disney unveils new cruise ship: See inside the Treasure
Disney's latest cruise ship is nearly 1,200 feet long and can accommodate 4,000 guests.
CPS warns $10B contract proposal from CTU could deepen deficit
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) officials said Thursday that the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) is demanding a contract that would cost the district $10 billion over the next four years.
McDonald's announces 'McValue' offering in 2025: Here's what it will include
McDonald’s will have a new “McValue" offering starting on Jan. 7, 2025, at U.S. restaurants. Here's what it will include.
Chicago's COPA releases video of Near West Side police shooting from 2022
COPA has released video footage showing the shooting of a man by Chicago police on the city’s Near West Side.
Video released in 2022 Near West Side police shooting
The Civilian Office of Police Accountability has released video footage showing the shooting of a man by Chicago police on the city’s Near West Side.
Ride Metra for less: Special passes available for Thanksgiving, Black Friday
Metra is offering special one-day passes for Thanksgiving and Black Friday.
Magnificent Mile Lights Festival to dazzle with Disney floats, giant balloons and fireworks
Preparations are in full gear for the Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival this Saturday night.
1 dead, 13 injured in high-speed crash involving CTA bus on South Side
One person was killed and 13 others were injured in a high-speed crash involving two cars and a CTA bus on Wednesday night.
1 dead, 13 injured in high-speed crash involving CTA bus on South Side
One person was killed and 13 others were injured in a high-speed crash involving two cars and a CTA bus on Wednesday night.
Apple’s iOS 18.1 brings AI advancements: Privacy tips you need
Apple’s iOS 18.1 introduces AI-powered updates to Siri and Apple Intelligence. Learn how these changes enhance personalization and how to protect your privacy.
14 injured in CTA bus crash involving two cars
Fourteen people were injured in a crash involving two cars and a CTA bus on Wednesday night.
Former rideshare driver sues Uber, Lyft, and Chicago over deactivation rules
A former rideshare driver has filed a lawsuit against Uber, Lyft, and the City of Chicago, claiming her rights were violated.
Former rideshare driver sues Uber, Lyft, and Chicago
A former rideshare driver has filed a lawsuit against Uber, Lyft, and the City of Chicago, claiming her rights were violated.