CTA service disruptions hit the Loop this weekend
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The CTA will suspend parts of Brown, Green, Orange and Pink line service this weekend for major track repairs in the Loop.

CTA Loop closures will disrupt four train lines this weekend

CTA riders traveling through downtown Chicago will need to plan for detours and shuttle buses this weekend as crews work on major track repairs.

Chicago mayoral race heats up as candidates submit thousands of signatures

At least five candidates are prepared to officially enter Chicago’s upcoming mayoral race, filing nominating petitions ahead of the February election.

Discount chain opening new stores across 7 states in October

Discount chain Ollie's Bargain Outlet is expanding its footprint with a wave of new store openings across seven states this month.

Survey: 52% of Midwesterners lack rainy day funds

A recent survey shows that the majority of Midwesterners wouldn’t have enough money to cover their living expenses if they lost their job.

10-year-old boy finds rare 1-of-1 signed Tom Brady card | ChicagoLIVE Prime-Time
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A 10-year-old collector in Libertyville named Connor pulled a rare one-of-one Tom Brady autograph card from a box his dad bought. The two talk with FOX Chicago’s JD Rudd.

Man accused of impersonating DEA agent during Frankfort traffic stop, police say

A Burr Ridge man faces charges after allegedly posing as a DEA agent during a traffic stop in Frankfort, where police say he presented fake credentials and was found with a firearm despite having a revoked FOID card.

Chicago small business owner says mayor's proposed tax hike could add to growing costs

After Mayor Brandon Johnson unveiled his budget proposal that looks to close an $882 million gap, some alders and small business owners are criticizing a plan that would raise taxes on businesses. 

Chicago weather: Unseasonably warm weekend ahead, with highs in the 70s

Chicago is in for an unseasonably warm weekend with highs in the 70s, plenty of sunshine and a slight chance of rain Sunday before temperatures cool next week.

Woman wounded in apparent Chicago road rage shooting
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A 32-year-old woman was critically wounded in an apparent road rage shooting Thursday morning on Chicago’s Southwest Side.

What’s the Midwest’s favorite convenience store?

What’s the Midwest’s favorite convenience store? According to the American Consumer Satisfaction Index, it's a Pennsylvania-based chain with a focus on made-to-order fast food.

Mary Alice Love's family files federal lawsuit after Mundelein officer cleared of charges
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The family of a Mundelein woman fatally shot by a police officer during a mental health crisis in May is pursuing a federal lawsuit after prosecutors declined to file charges.

Man accused of burglarizing Oak Lawn tobacco shop, leaving pet canary outside in cold

A Chicago man faces felony burglary charges and an animal cruelty charge after police say he broke into an Oak Lawn tobacco shop, stole merchandise and left a caged canary outside in chilly temperatures.

Mary Alice Love's family files federal lawsuit after Mundelein officer cleared of charges

The family of a Mundelein woman fatally shot by a police officer during a mental health crisis in May is pursuing a federal lawsuit after prosecutors declined to file charges.

Hyundai semi-trailer maker adding 3,750 jobs in Joliet area

The project is the largest job creation commitment for manufacturing in recent Illinois history, according to Gov. J.B. Pritzker's office.