Bally's Casino earns Chicago gaming license, paving the way for its planned River West complex and bolstering the city's economy.

Decatur man, Kevin Dial, is found guilty of child exploitation and possession of child pornography, facing up to 30 years in prison.

Chicago mega-operation seizes 25 firearms and narcotics, arresting a key gang member.

High-dosage tutoring by Tutoring Chicago helps students recover from pandemic-induced learning losses.

La Catedral Cafe Restaurant opens second location in Douglass Park, featuring bean-centric Mexican dishes and Catholic-themed decor.

Police fatally shoot sledgehammer-wielding man during a domestic dispute in Round Lake Beach, Illinois investigation ongoing.

CTIT launched by Chicago focuses on public safety, smart governance, and connected infrastructure to reshape urban spaces.

NorthShore-Edward-Elmhurst hospitals in Chicago appoint three women as new presidents, signifying strides towards gender equality in healthcare leadership.

Chicago officials investigate a suspicious object near a Public Storage, affecting local transit services.

MLB legend Dusty Baker retires, ending a 26-season career that included a World Series win and left a lasting baseball legacy.

Fry the Coop opens its 8th hot chicken joint in Lincoln Park, providing Halal-certified, diverse spice level meals to locals and students.

Expect showers and a temperature drop in Chicagos weather forecast for the Halloween weekend.

Columbia Colleges part-time faculty votes to strike amid contract negotiations, challenging proposed course cuts affecting their workload and pay.