FBI Chicago offers $15K reward in tracking Halloween-masked thieves in jewelry store heists
The FBI is offering a $15,000 reward for information on a crew of armed robbers targeting jewelry stores in Halloween masks.
FBI Chicago offers $15K reward in tracking Halloween-masked thieves in jewelry store heists
After a series of four jewelry store robberies involving suspects in Halloween masks, federal agents are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying them and are offering a $15,000 reward.
Four Chicagoans attacked, robbed woman on CTA bus: police
Four Chicago residents have been charged with robbery and mob action in connection with an assault and theft on a CTA bus earlier this week.
Chicago man charged with murder in deadly Woodlawn shooting
A Chicago man has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with a fatal shooting in Woodlawn earlier this year.
West Garfield Park shooting: Chicago man charged with murder
A Chicago man has been charged in the fatal shooting of a woman in West Garfield Park earlier this year.
Chicago weather: Halloween will start with rain, storms and high winds
This is your Halloween Chicago forecast:
Chicago man arrested for DUI after striking trooper squad car on I-55: ISP
A Chicago man was arrested for driving under the influence and striking an Illinois State Police car on I-55 this week, according to authorities.
'Help Stop Hate' launched to support communities facing discrimination
As Illinois reports a record-breaking rise in hate crimes, with nearly 12,000 incidents in 2023, the state has launched a new service to support victims of discrimination and violence.
Boat goes up in flames on Des Plaines River
A boat caught fire on the Des Plaines River on Wednesday, near Channahon.
Chicago mayor proposes $300M property tax increase, reaction pours in
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson introduced his 2025 budget proposal to the City Council on Wednesday, including a $300 million increase in property taxes.
Woodlawn residents demand housing protections amid gentrification, rising rents
Renters and homeowners in Woodlawn are demanding housing protections after seeing the impact of gentrification on homeownership and rental costs.
ComEd empowers local teens, educates them about clean energy initiatives
ComEd is empowering local teens during National Black Energy Awareness Month.
Mother, son charged with murder in suburban fatal shooting
A mother, her son and another man have been charged with murder in the shooting death of a woman last month in Waukegan.
Several Chicago aldermen demand CPS Board president's resignation over alleged antisemitic remarks
Several Chicago alderpeople are calling for the Chicago Public School Board president to apologize and resign following allegations of antisemitic remarks.
Nation's 1st apartment complex for the blind opens in Chicago
You may notice a new multi-colored building in the Illinois Medical District. It's an apartment building designed especially for people who are blind or visually impaired.
Gotta See It: Props and Pit Stops
Explore the world’s largest collection of movie props. Get in touch with your inner speed demon. Beat the traffic with a ride on the Chicago Water Taxi.
Mike Madigan trial: Former aide testifies, reveals speaker’s control
Federal prosecutors in the corruption trial of Michael Madigan are continuing to paint the former Illinois House speaker as a powerful – and sometimes vindictive – leader during his reign.
Woodlawn residents demand housing protections amid gentrification, rising rents
Renters and homeowners in Woodlawn are demanding housing protections after seeing the impact of gentrification on homeownership and rental costs.
Prison term handed down in Aurora fentanyl-laced ketamine overdose
Four years after the fentanyl-laced ketamine death of a man in Aurora, the suspect received his sentence for drug-induced homicide.
Billy Corgan's mother-in-law injured after car crashes into his Highland Park tea shop: report
The mother-in-law of Smashing Pumpkins singer Billy Corgan was reportedly injured after a car drove into the tea shop he owns in north suburban Highland Park.