Chicago's restaurant and brewery scene continues to thrive, with several new and highly anticipated establishments slated to open in the coming months, including Brooklyn's Other Half Brewery, Strapoli Pizzeria and All Day Cafe, and Ramova Theatre, Brewery, and Grill.

Last night, violence was once again thrust into the spotlight in Chicago, with two separate GSW incidents leaving a man in critical condition and two others injured.

A recent case of a young man being sentenced to 27 months in prison for trafficking 3D-printed gun conversion devices raises concerns over the accessibility of such illegal items and their impact on gun violence in the United States.

Arrests were made in a recent drug trafficking case. On October 11, Cesar Lopez Reyes and Angel Tovar of Santa Ana have been sentenced to 60 and 120 months in prison.

As the citizens of Aurora adjust to the changing traffic flow on Broadway Avenue during the water main installation, this article takes a closer look at the impact on the community and the future benefits of this project.

A recent trial in Chicago has exposed the disturbing power of online communications in facilitating the sexual exploitation of minors.

A Level 1 Hazmat incident on the Kennedy Expressway caused temporary concern today, but was quickly addressed and resolved, with all lanes reopening without further issues.

Today, a fire in a residential building on 5449 W. Walton was swiftly extinguished by the Chicago Fire Department, resulting in the displacement of three adults and four children, but none were injured.

A 76-year-old man, Frank Daniels, reported missing in Chicago on October 12, sparks a search by local authorities and raises concerns for his safety and need for medical assistance.

18-year-old Noah Sidney was charged with aggravated vehicular hijacking, robbery, and resisting arrest in Chicago. His court detention hearing is scheduled for October 12, 2023.

A string of robberies occurred in Chicago's 002nd District October 2-6. Suspects have not been located. Police urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.

Chicago's Kumiko in West Loop has once again made its mark on the list of the "World's Best Bars," as it continues to pioneer Japanese-American mixology and "spiritfrees" in the city.

Metra, Chicago's suburban commuter railroad, has officially proposed a new fare structure which eliminates the 10-ride pass and reduces fare zones from 10 to four while discontinuing promotional passes, in response to changing commuter habits after the COVID-19 pandemic.