Boy escapes abduction attempt in Little Village
The Little Village neighborhood is on high alert Thursday afternoon after a man kidnapped a young boy from his front yard. Thankfully that little boy was able to get away from his kidnapper just a few blocks away.
Naperville crash: Two-vehicle collision leaves Wheaton woman dead
Naperville police are investigating a fatal traffic crash that occurred on Wednesday.
McHenry County State’s Attorney calls SAFE-T Act an 'abject failure,' citing increased crime
McHenry County State's Attorney Patrick Kenneally is calling the SAFE-T Act an "abject failure," pointing to significant increases in crime, jail population and failures to appear in court since its implementation.
Skokie parents demand reversal of grade cuts as students face uncertain future at Dr. Bessie Rhodes
Parents, students and community members gathered in Skokie to protest the removal of 7th and 8th grades at Dr. Bessie Rhodes School of Global Studies.
New CPS board members sworn in amid leadership changes, parent concerns
The newly appointed Chicago School Board members introduced themselves Thursday at the Agenda Review Committee meeting.
Skull found in Batavia in 1978 identified as likely Indiana grave robbery victim, officials say
Kane County officials and investigators on Thursday revealed the identity of the woman whose skull was found in 1978 in west suburban Batavia.
Owner of Will County medical supply company learns sentence in VA kickback scandal
The owner of a suburban medical supply company was sentenced this week to five years in federal prison for paying kickbacks to a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs employee in exchange for securing medical equipment orders.
Concerned parents express disappointment over grade removal at Dr. Bessie Rhodes School
Parents, students and community members gathered in Skokie to protest the removal of 7th and 8th grades at Dr. Bessie Rhodes School of Global Studies.
CTA Yellow Line operator had alcohol in system during November 2023 crash: NTSB report
A recent report from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has revealed that the operator involved in the November 2023 CTA Yellow Line crash had alcohol in his system at the time of the incident.
'Dressed in History': Chicago History Museum highlights unique fashion treasures
Fashion takes center stage at a new exhibit at the Chicago History Museum.
Fashion through the ages: Over 70 artifacts showcase iconic styles at Chicago History Museum
Fashion takes center stage at a new exhibit at the Chicago History Museum.
Skull found in Batavia in 1978 identified as Indiana woman born in 1848
Kane County officials and investigators on Thursday revealed the identity of the woman whose skull was found in 1978 in west suburban Batavia.
Chicago man discharged irritant at man on train then robbed him: police
A Chicago man has been charged months after allegedly spraying a chemical irritant at a man before robbing him on a train in Rogers Park.
Skull found in Batavia in 1978 identified as likely Indiana 'grave robbery' victim, officials say
Kane County officials and investigators on Thursday revealed the identity of the woman whose skull was found in 1978 in west suburban Batavia.
Robert Zemeckis on how growing up in Chicago influenced his new film 'Here'
Zemeckis spoke about growing up in Chicago, and how his childhood influenced his new film, "Here."
Chicago crime: 16-year-old girl allegedly robbed man at knifepoint at CTA Red Line station
A 16-year-old girl was arrested this week for allegedly robbing a man at knifepoint at a CTA Red Line station in the South Loop.
Chicago native and legendary director Robert Zemeckis talks about his new film 'Here'
Before he was the Academy Award winning filmmaker behind classics like “Forrest Gump,” “Back to the Future,” and “Cast Away,” Robert Zemeckis was a kid from the South Side of Chicago.
Attempted murder charge filed in West Pullman shooting
A man was charged with attempted murder in connection with a shooting last year in the West Pullman neighborhood.
Trio charged in West Side armed carjacking
Two men and a woman were charged with stealing a car from a man at gunpoint Wednesday afternoon in the Austin neighborhood.
Halloween Spooktacular at House 406 hosts a hauntingly delicious menu
All of the tricks and treats will leave you hungry and that's why you might find yourself headed to Northbrook. House 406 is hosting its Halloween Spooktacular with a very special menu.