Chicago couples are finding ways to have cost-effective weddings amidst the average city price of $56,000, choosing budget-friendly venues and DIY approaches.

Chicago is considering building two new stadiums for the White Sox and Bears in the South Loop, involving a complex financial strategy including tax increments and bond extensions.

Chicago's Parachute restaurant is closing temporarily for concept refreshment, with plans to explore expansion Downtown. Owners and acclaimed chefs Kim and Clark prepare for its evolution.

Two people died in a house fire in Union, responded to by McHenry County firefighters and deputies around 4 a.m.; the Illinois State Fire Marshal is investigating.

Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard vetoes a resolution for an external investigation into her spending, while Village trustees plan to override the veto amidst a federal probe and allegations of financial mismanagement.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson collaborates with City Colleges and the University of Chicago to expand healthcare education and job opportunities on the South Side.

Oswego has voted to add more seats to three village commissions to increase public involvement in decision-making, despite some trustees' objections and added costs.

Chicago police report a February decline in homicides, shootings, and vehicle thefts, coupled with community engagement efforts and high homicide clearance rates.

Chicago prepares for St. Patrick's Day with river dyeing, a parade, and community events, featuring traditional Irish festivities and charity efforts.

Isaac Goodlow's family seeks unedited bodycam footage and officer identities after Goodlow was shot by Carol Stream police during a domestic incident call.

Wisconsin authorities are actively searching for missing 3-year-old Elijah Vue and have located a vehicle of interest, with the mother facing charges.

Keith Urban will headline the 2024 Illinois State Fair Grandstand lineup, which also features Mötley Crüe and Jason Isbell, after a record attendance year.

An 18-year-old was shot in the face while in a car in Chicago's Back of the Yards; he's in fair condition, the shooter is at large, and police are investigating.