Man charged in alleged shooting of another on Southwest Side
Chicago police said the suspect shot and wounded another man hours before his arrest.
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Lake-effect snow for parts of Chicago, Northwest Indiana
The advisories for Cook and Will counties in Illinois and for Lake and Porter counties in Indiana have expired.
Coyle's hat trick leads Blue Jackets to a 4-2 win over the Blackhawks
Charlie Coyle had his second career hat trick, Mathieu Olivier added a goal and an assist and the Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-2 on Friday night.
As lake-effect snow slams NW Indiana, some cities running low on road salt
Communities in northwestern Indiana were bearing the brunt of a significant snowstorm hitting the Chicago area on Friday night. It was just the latest punch in an already busy winter season, and it came as the region deals with salt shortages.
Man sentenced to 65 years for execution-style murder of 71-year-old in Chinatown
A Chicago man has been sentenced to 65 years in prison for the execution-style murder of a senior citizen in Chinatown in 2021.
Vacant Inn of Chicago, former migrant shelter, to be turned into IHG Ruby Hotel
The Streeterville neighborhood in downtown Chicago is about to get a new hotel in a building that was used as a migrant shelter for more than two years.
Former Mayor Emanuel spared from testifying about CPD "code of silence"
Former Mayor Rahm Emanuel no longer will have to testify about an alleged "code of silence" at the Chicago Police Department, after a federal judge reversed an earlier ruling that would have required him to take the stand in a lawsuit over a botched police raid.
Stroger Hospital braces for surge in uninsured patients amid Medicaid cuts
John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County, the busiest trauma center in Illinois, is sounding an alarm, as doctors brace for an influx of patients because of federal funding cuts under the Trump administration's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act."
COPA rules CPD officers acted reasonably in 2024 shooting death of Tracey Watson
The Civilian Office of Police Accountability has ruled that Chicago police officers acted properly when they shot a man wielding a knife in the South Austin neighborhood in May of 2024.
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Former Mayor Emanuel spared from testifying about CPD "code of silence"
Former Mayor Rahm Emanuel no longer will have to testify about an alleged "code of silence" at the Chicago Police Department, after a federal judge reversed an earlier ruling that would have required him to take the stand in a lawsuit over a botched police raid.
Stroger Hospital braces for surge in uninsured patients amid Medicaid cuts
John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County, the busiest trauma center in Illinois, is sounding an alarm, as doctors brace for an influx of patients because of federal funding cuts under the Trump administration's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act."
Homeowner says contractor ghosted her, left $8,900 bathroom project unfinished
A Lake County woman has a warning for other homeowners, after she said a contractor took thousands of dollars, destroyed part of her home, and then vanished, even leaving his tools behind.
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Meet Whiskey, PAWS Chicago's Pet of the Week
This charming 1-year-old guy has his paws crossed for active adopters who love to get moving, whether that’s long walks, playtime in the yard, or adventures around the neighborhood.
Snow leaves, cold remains in Chicago
Conditions are starting to clear from this weekend's lake-effect snowfall. Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist is tracking the latest.
Northwest Indiana sees significant totals as lake-effect snow continues to fall
Communities across Northwest Indiana are dealing with yet another round of lake-effect snow. This as cities are trying to stretch limited supplies of salt through the rest of winter.
Lake-effect snow continues to fall in parts of Chicago, NW Indiana
Snow rates should gradually decrease as the day goes on, and conditions will improve.
Heavy lake-effect snow overnight for NW Indiana
Chief meteorologist Albert Ramon has the latest First Alert Weather forecast.
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Rebranded Chicago Bandits permanently returns to Rosemont
The coming season begins in June for the Bandits with their first home series in Rosemont.
Wild beat Blackhawks 4-3
Kirill Kaprizov scored the shootout winner as the Minnesota Wild defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 4-3.
Belief builds behind DePaul's men's basketball after turnaround by Holtmann
The Blue Demons are experiencing a turnaround, especially at home, in Chris Holtmann's second season at the helm.
On this day 40 years ago: Chicago welcomes home the Super Bowl champion Chicago Bears
Tuesday marks 40 years since throngs of Chicagoans braved subzero wind chills to welcome home the Super Bowl champion Chicago Bears.
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Iranian artist honors heritage, Muslim values in her work
A local Chicago Iranian artist uses her work to honor her heritage, her history and her Muslim culture.
Chicago museums host first-ever member swap
Chicago is a museum lover's dream and this weekend you have a unique chance to explore the city's famous institutions as part of the first-ever museum member swap.
Sweet Beginnings urban beehives helping former prisoners build new lives
Helping people make the move from incarceration to inspiration. It's all happening in a sweet way in North Lawndale.
Bison return to Illinois prairies after nearly 200 years
A herd of bison has returned to Burlington Prairie in Kane County, part of a long-awaited return led by the American Indian Center
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What to know about the partial government shutdown as funding lapses for many agencies
Funding for many federal agencies expired on Saturday after Congress failed to pass half a dozen spending bills before the deadline, prompting a partial government shutdown.
Massive release of Epstein files includes 3 million documents and photos
The Justice Department released more new documents Friday from the Jeffrey Epstein files, more than a month after the DOJ's original deadline to do so.
Partial government shutdown begins as funding lapses despite Senate deal
The Senate passed a deal on a package of spending bills late Friday, sending it to the House, though funding for dozens of government agencies has still lapsed.
Trump nominates Kevin Warsh as next Federal Reserve Board chair
President Trump says he is nominating Kevin Warsh to be the next chair of the Federal Reserve, filling a powerful economic policy role as the president pushes for lower interest rates.
Trump sues IRS and Treasury, accusing agencies of letting his tax returns leak
President Trump is suing the Internal Revenue Service and Treasury Department for at least $10 billion, claiming the agencies unlawfully allowed an IRS contractor to leak his tax returns and those of his sons and company.
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This Identity Theft Awareness Week, Illinois comptroller has warnings, advice
This week marks Identity Theft Awareness Week, and Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza emphasized some safety tips Monday for avoiding and dealing with identity theft.
Naperville City Council to discuss controversial plan for data center
A controversial data center in Naperville, Illinois, could be the cause to pack a city council meeting there on Tuesday night.
Police in Geneva warn of scam calls involving spoofed phone number
Police in the west Chicago suburb of Geneva are warning of a scam involving spoofed phone numbers.
Consumer groups protest Peoples Gas request for $202 million rate hike
Protesters on Tuesday were cranking up the heat on Peoples Gas over a recently proposed rate hike that would add an additional $10 to $11 a month to utility bills.
Lawsuit accuses McDonald's of deception on grounds that McRib has no rib meat
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
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Lurie Children's Hospital plans to open new pediatric hospital in Downers Grove
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital announced this week that it is planning to open a new pediatric hospital in the west Chicago suburb of Downers Grove.
Recent Northwestern study used app to track recovery of long COVID patients
It has been nearly six years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and one of the many questions doctors are still working to answer concerns the long-term effects.
Cook County and Illinois leaders and advocates decry federal changes to SNAP benefits
Leaders from Cook County, the Illinois Department of Human Services, and the Greater Chicago Food Depository denounced changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program on Wednesday.
Ralph Lauren issues grant to UChicago Medicine for cancer center
The University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center has received a grant from The Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation for a new cancer center.
Lurie Hospital no longer initiating gender-affirming medical treatment for children
Chicago's Lurie Children's Hospital said Tuesday that it is no longer initiating gender-affirming medical treatment for minors.
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City of Chicago accepting applications for 2026 farmers' markets
January may be the coldest time of the year, but Chicago is already looking forward to summer farmers' markets.
Plan would replace Lakeview Giordano's building with residential development
A development proposal issued this month calls for the replacement of a building housing a Giordiano's pizzeria in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood with a new mixed-use building with 28 residential units.
United Airlines flight attendants picket in Chicago amid fight for new contract
United Airlines flight attendants picketed outside Chicago's Willis Tower Thursday morning as they fought for a new contract.
The Score sports radio to begin simulcast on 104.3 FM
WSCR-AM, 670 The Score, will begin a simulcast on 104.3 FM next month.
Bears' playoff run could shift political landscape of push for new stadium
Does the Chicago Bears' dramatic improvement this season, culminating in their first playoff run in five years, change the discussion about where they will build a new stadium?
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Catherine O'Hara, "Beetlejuice" and "Home Alone" star, dies at 71
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
Lindsey Vonn says her "Olympic dream is not over" after crash
Skiing great Lindsey Vonn crashed in her final downhill before the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
New batch of movie classics added to National Film Registry
Among the 25 films selected by the Library of Congress to be preserved for future generations are "The Big Chill," Wes Anderson's "The Grand Budapest Hotel," the Civil War drama "Glory," and John Carpenter's "The Thing."
Ye, formerly Kanye West, reveals brain injury, apologizes for antisemitic remarks
In a full-page ad in the Wall Street Journal, Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, revealed that the right frontal lobe of his brain was injured in a car accident 25 years ago.
"Heated Rivalry" boosting demand for NHL tickets, SeatGeek says
Sales of tickets to NHL games jumped more than 20% after the hit HBO show debuted in the fall, according to ticket vendor.
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Single digit lows overnight for Chicago
Standing water and wet pavements can create icy spots. On Sunday, highs reach the upper 20s, with breezy conditions.
Winter storm warnings, cold weather advisories issued across country
All this comes as many are still dealing with the effects of last weekend's storm that's being blamed for at least 80 deaths from Texas to New England.
Federal judge orders 5-year-old Liam Ramos, father to be released
The order states that the two must be released by Tuesday as their immigration case proceeds through the courts.
Travelers to start paying fine for not having Real ID
Starting Sunday, Feb. 1, the Transportation Security Administration will charge a $45 fine for any domestic air travelers without a Real ID or valid passport.
Johnson signs order directing police to investigate, document violations by feds
The "ICE On Notice" order directs members of the Chicago Police Department to investigate and document any alleged illegal activity by federal immigration agents.
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Johnson signs order directing police to investigate, document violations by feds
The signing comes amid reports of another federal immigration surge planned in Chicago, possibly in the spring.
A new $45 fee for travelers without Real IDs goes into effect Feb. 1
Passengers without Real IDs can still fly if they pay a $45 fee, which covers the cost of additional identity verification screening.
Firefighter accused of staging a house fire to cover up a murder
It was Thanksgiving Eve 2020, and Melissa Lamesch was excited about the upcoming birth of her first child. Investigators would learn there was someone who was not as enthused — the expectant father, firefighter Matthew Plote.
Chicago weekend shootings leave at least 6 people hurt, CPD says
Police said the ages of the victims in this weekend's shootings range from 15 to 70.
2 people shot during fight on CTA bus in Humboldt Park, CPD says
According to Chicago police, the victims were shot following an argument between an unknown male and a group of other males on a CTA Bus that turned into a fight.
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Former Mayor Emanuel spared from testifying about CPD "code of silence"
Former Mayor Rahm Emanuel no longer will have to testify about an alleged "code of silence" at the Chicago Police Department, after a federal judge reversed an earlier ruling that would have required him to take the stand in a lawsuit over a botched police raid.
Stroger Hospital braces for surge in uninsured patients amid Medicaid cuts
John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County, the busiest trauma center in Illinois, is sounding an alarm, as doctors brace for an influx of patients because of federal funding cuts under the Trump administration's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act."
Homeowner says contractor ghosted her, left $8,900 bathroom project unfinished
A Lake County woman has a warning for other homeowners, after she said a contractor took thousands of dollars, destroyed part of her home, and then vanished, even leaving his tools behind.
Driver fined in deadly 2024 Tri-State crash, despite history of DUI offenses
The crash on June 7, 2024, killed 76-year-old Bernice Pawilan. The driver had a history of traffic offenses, and, in fact, wasn't supposed to be on the road at all.
Village officials in Lisle working with residents for solutions to soaring water bills
A town hall meeting on Monday night addressed the concerns of residents paying higher water bills after being forced to use a private utility company.
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Coyle's hat trick leads Blue Jackets to a 4-2 win over the Blackhawks
Charlie Coyle had his second career hat trick, Mathieu Olivier added a goal and an assist and the Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-2 on Friday night.
As SoxFest returns, players excited to build off second-half momentum from 2025
Depsite coming off a third straight 100-loss season in 2025, there is some excitement building for the White Sox heading into 2026, with a young core that helped them improve by 19 wins last year.
Lindsey Vonn says her "Olympic dream is not over" after crash
Skiing great Lindsey Vonn crashed in her final downhill before the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
Powell scores 21, Adebayo scores 20 as Heat outlast Bulls for 116-113 win
Norman Powell scored 21 points, Bam Adebayo had 20 points and 12 rebounds and the Miami Heat held on for a 116-113 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Thursday night.
Penguins rout Blackhawks 6-2 for 5th consecutive win
The Penguins beat the Blackhawks 6-2 on Thursday night for their fifth straight victory.
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Firefighter accused of staging a house fire to cover up a murder
It was Thanksgiving Eve 2020, and Melissa Lamesch was excited about the upcoming birth of her first child. Investigators would learn there was someone who was not as enthused — the expectant father, firefighter Matthew Plote.
Man sentenced to 65 years for execution-style murder of 71-year-old in Chinatown
A Chicago man has been sentenced to 65 years in prison for the execution-style murder of a senior citizen in Chinatown in 2021.
Husband in au pair affair recounts killings of wife, man: "Hoping to de-escalate"
Brendan Banfield testified that he did not fatally stab his wife in 2023, but instead shot the man who did.
Wis. man convicted of forging threat against Trump to get witness deported
A jury has found a Wisconsin man guilty of forging threats against President Donald Trump in an attempt to get a witness against him deported.
Man arrested for allegedly impersonating FBI agent to try to free Luigi Mangione
A man was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly impersonating an FBI agent and trying to free Luigi Mangione, according to federal court filings and a law enforcement source.
