Chicago-area migrant bus battle intensifies as more towns crack down
The migrant bus battle in the suburbs is intensifying, and the list of villages and towns trying to prevent random drop-offs and rogue buses is growing longer.
Will County Forest Preserve has big 2024 planned
It's never too cold to go for a good hike, and the Will County Forest Preserve District has a big year planned to get all us out there.
Chicago suburbs reaching breaking point as migrants continue to arrive
Suburbs are now passing ordinances to stop migrant buses from arriving in their towns.
More migrants arrive in Chicago as suburbs implement bus drop-off restrictions
The list of Chicago suburbs that have already approved or are exploring measures to prevent migrants from being dropped off is growing longer.
Plainfield man allegedly shot mother to death because he was 'scared for his life' over life insurance policy
New details emerged this week after a suburban man was arrested in the shooting death of his mother.
Dog living in Frankfort shelter for 1,342 days finds forever home right before Christmas
A dog who was living in a Frankfort shelter for over 1,000 days finally found his forever home!
Plainfield man allegedly shot mother to death because he was 'scared for his life' over life insurance policy
New details emerged this week after a suburban man was arrested in the shooting death of his mother.
Winning $1M scratch-off tickets sold in 2 Chicago suburbs
Christmas came early for two Illinois Lottery players in the Chicago suburbs after each winning $1 million on a $50 scratch-off ticket.
Michigan State basketball player Jeremy Fears Jr. wounded in Joliet shooting
Jeremy Fears Jr., freshman on the Michigan State University basketball team, was shot while visiting his hometown of Joliet over the holidays.
Michigan State basketball player Jeremy Fears Jr. wounded in Joliet shooting
Jeremy Fears Jr., freshman on the Michigan State University basketball team, was shot while visiting his hometown of Joliet over the holidays.
Migrant buses from Texas left asylum seekers stranded in 3 suburbs
Migrant buses arriving from Texas are now leaving asylum seekers stranded in the suburbs after Chicago announced harsher penalties for bus companies who fail to follow the city's guidelines.
Migrants in Chicago: Buses bypassing city, leaving asylum seekers in suburbs
As city officials turn up the heat and enforce new rules for buses coming in from the southern border, an increase in migrants are being dropped off in the suburbs.
Migrants in Chicago: Buses leaving asylum seekers stranded on highways
Migrants have been left stranded at gas stations and highways in the Chicago suburbs in response to the city of Chicago's announcement of harsher penalties for bus drivers who aren't following guideliines.
Migrants in Chicago: Suburban cities overrun with buses from Texas
Cities in suburban Chicago are weighing their options after several buses of migrants have been sent to their area from Texas.
Joliet bridge carrying Wheeler Avenue to reopen after months of construction
A bridge in Joliet that has been closed since Spring will reopen Friday.
Migrant buses divert to Chicago suburbs amid city crackdown, video shows
Migrant buses arriving from Texas are diverting to suburban areas in response to a recent crackdown by the City of Chicago.
Joliet bridge carrying Wheeler Avenue to reopen
A bridge in Joliet that has been closed since Spring will reopen Friday.
Migrant buses divert to Chicago suburbs amid city crackdown
Migrant buses arriving from Texas are diverting to suburban areas in response to a recent crackdown by the City of Chicago.
Joliet murder: Man arrested for allegedly killing his mother
A 21-year-old Joliet man was taken into custody for allegedly killing his mother on Wednesday.
Illinois Lottery player wins $400K on $5 scratch-off in Chicago suburbs
A scratch-off ticket turned into a $400,000 payday for one lucky Illinois Lottery player in suburban Chicago.