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Crime & Emergencies in ...
Joliet man, without a license, charged with DUI after causing an accident that left four people injured.
Illinois man receives probation for defrauding the Paycheck Protection Program, further highlighting the misuse of COVID-19 relief funds.
Man injured in Chicagos North Lawndale shooting questions on hate crime arise amid uncertainty of the assailants motives.
Weather & Environment in ...
Halloween in Chicago set to be frosty with bursts of snow, wind chills in the 20s, and hazardous road conditions.
Politics & Govt in ...
Former Chicago Alderman Edward Burke's trial reexamines aldermanic prerogative and its role in city corruption allegations.
Family & Kids in ...
After being kidnapped by Hamas, Natalie Raanan returns to Chicago. Her mother, who was also kidnapped and is now free, remains in Israel with her 85-year-old mother.
Fatal shooting of Travon D. Harris in Chicago's south side. Investigation is ongoing.
Fatal Lake Shore Drive collision leaves two dead, four critically injured in Chicago. Major Accidents Unit investigates.
Retail & Industry in ...
Post-pandemic Chicago sees a rise in restaurant surcharges, claiming it as a survival strategy, and causing a split in consumer opinion.
A 16-year-old died from gunshot wounds in a parking lot near the 1900 block of E. 87th St. in Chicago. Police are investigating the incident.
Rise in car thefts in Chicago's 2nd District prompts police warning and heightened community vigilance.
City Council committee greenlights vacant grocery store convert into winterized hub for Chicago asylum-seekers, sparking mixed reactions.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Chicagos RPM Phase One project progresses, causing minor disruptions but promising upgraded infrastructure and improved transit services.
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