Debate over restaurant surcharges in Chicago intensifies as diners and industry discuss the permanence and transparency of these fees originally introduced during the pandemic.

Chicago police released a video seeking help to capture three suspects involved in the fatal shooting of security guard Edward Creamer before Christmas in Chatham.

Chaos erupted on a Red Line train in Uptown, Chicago, Thursday morning when a man fell victim to a violent robbery attempt that left him wound...

A girl, 14, escaped an abduction attempt in Chicago's Albany Park as she was attacked by a man who tried to force her into his Jeep. Police are seeking information on the suspect and vehicle.

A fire broke out in a high-rise in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood, leading to evacuations and rescues by the fire department. Flames started on the 6th floor with at least six people signaling for help.

Illinois may host the first major offshore wind farm on the Great Lakes, targeting at least 150 megawatts of power after Cleveland's less ambitious Icebreaker project failed due to financial issues.

The Chicago Tribune reports a drop in CTA train crimes in 2023, yet rates remain higher than pre-pandemic levels, with efforts to improve safety ongoing.

Two crashes on the Dan Ryan Expressway early Friday injured five, including police officers, near 95th Street; all with non-life-threatening injuries. Traffic was diverted but has resumed normally.

Illinois AG Kwame Raoul announces new laws targeting public welfare, including a bill preventing utility cutoffs in extreme heat, another regulating healthcare mergers, and one aimed at closing child support loopholes.

A man faces an attempted murder charge for a South Side Chicago shooting that left one injured. Quijuan Waters was arrested near the scene and is awaiting a detention hearing.

Chicago experienced rainy, chilly weather on the last Friday of the year, with clouds persisting into the afternoon and temperatures around 43 degrees. The weekend forecast includes some sun on Saturday and possible light snow on Sunday.

Chicago is ready for New Year's Eve with fireworks, a Bears game, and a 5K run. Officials emphasize safety and suggest public transit due to traffic. Midnight fireworks can be seen from Upper Wacker Drive after viewing Art on the Mart's projections.

Chicago's Deering neighborhood businesses were burglarized, prompting a police alert for the 9th District; the suspect is a male, possibly Hispanic. Police advise security measures and community vigilance.