PAWS Chicago Pet of the Week - Ophelia
She's a sweet girl, full of love, who needs a little extra care.
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She's a sweet girl, full of love, who needs a little extra care.
Ophelia came to PAWS Chicago with what is known as a tail pull injury that paralyzed her tail and left her incontinent.
Sheriff Tom Dart's office says they currently work with three local shelters.
Taj is an adult dog searching for the good life filled with relaxation and you by his side. He enjoys spending time with his human but also does well alone.
Taj is an adult dog searching for the good life filled with relaxation and you by his side.
Dijon is just a big love, about 60 pounds, and is ready to make his way into a loving home.
He's been described by the PAWS Chicago team as a "velcro pup" because he's patient, fond of people, and always willing to snuggle up to your side.
The controversy comes after an uptick in euthanasia across the country since the COVID-19 pandemic.
A proposal to offer euthanasia services for pets for behavioral or medical problems has stirred controversy in suburban Kane County. The proposed measure comes after an uptick in euthanasia across the country since the COVID-19 pandemic.
A proposal to offer euthanasia services for pets for behavioral or medical problems has stirred controversy in suburban Kane County.
He recently arrived at PAWS, and after some routine tests, the vet staff at PAWS diagnosed him with an enlarged atrium and congestive heart failure.
He is a mixed-breed dog who likes to smile with his tongue hanging out to the side and fill your day with his infectious energy.
You might say our PAWS Chicago Pet of the Week is a Thundercat.
She arrived at PAWS Chicago with 78 other pets from the Caribbean island of Dominica.
The Orange County Fire Authority shared a video of a firefighter rescuing a cat earlier this week after an RV rolled over in a two-car crash.
Taylor Swift's lucky number might be 13, but the team at PAWS hopes our PAWS Pet of the Week's lucky number is 12.
The $40 discount is available throughout February.
It's meant to encourage people to bring a furry friend into your life. The shelter is located on the 2700 block of Western Avenue is open for adoptions every day from noon until 6 p.m.
He's a beautiful 8-month-old mixed breed dog who can't wait to meet you.
Police say coyotes are very active and highly territorial this time of year. If you see one, clap your hands or use an air horn to scare them off.
A gimlet, of course, is a classic three-ingredient cocktail. In that spirit, the three ingredients to make this cat happy are ear scratches, catnip toys, and a lap to snuggle on.
Volunteers called the Tinley Park Fire Department who came and quickly put out the fire.
This attractive young pup can almost be described as a "snow bunny." Not only does he like snow and chasing snowballs, but he also hops around like a bunny rabbit.
Not only does he like snow and chasing snowballs, but he hops around like a bunny rabbit.
She came to PAWS a few months ago after several weeks at Chicago Animal Care and Control.
Travis Konecny scored and added his 300th career assist, leading the Philadelphia Flyers past the Blackhawks 3-1 and handing depleted Chicago its sixth straight loss.
Pope Leo XIV has revealed he privately urged Gov. JB Pritzker not to sign a bill legalizing medical assistance in dying in Illinois.
Shots were fired on the Kennedy Expressway early Wednesday morning, shutting down the outbound lanes just in time for the morning rush.
A mass shooting in the parking lot of a liquor store in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood left a man dead and three others injured.
Manuel Rojas, co-owner of Foam Party Hats, said the company woke up Sunday morning with 500 orders and had no idea why.
Pope Leo XIV has revealed he privately urged Gov. JB Pritzker not to sign a bill legalizing medical assistance in dying in Illinois.
President Trump invoked a law called Title 10 to bring members of the Illinois National Guard under federal service over the objections of state and local leaders.
A host of new laws in Illinois will take effect on Jan. 1, 2026. From gun safety to rogue towers, protection from squatters, medical assistance in dying, protections for immigrants and more, here are some of the most notable changes in the new year.
Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday declined to veto a $16.6 billion spending plan passed by his rivals on the City Council, allowing it to go into effect without his signature.
The U.S. Department of Justice is suing Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and Attorney General Kwame Raoul over a state law restricting immigration arrests.
A new report shines a light on electricity shortages that Illinois could face in less than 10 years.
With less than two weeks until Christmas, if you're sending gifts to people far from home, the deadlines to get them there on time are fast approaching.
A condo owner in Country Club Hills says he's forced to sell his home after his condo association failed to reimburse him for repairs to his leaking roof. Edward Hadnott's condo has sat empty since a major roof leak in 2022.
The U.S. stopped minting pennies this week, and some groups have issued a warning about the headaches that can create for some businesses and consumers.
Why is one school in the west Chicago suburb of Lisle paying a water bill three times higher than another? The answer has to do with a private utility company.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
It's the holiday season, which means it's the most common time of year for norovirus to spread. Here's what you need to know about this winter stomach bug.
A study conducted in part by Chicago's Northwestern Medicine found that tanning beds not only triple the risk of melanoma, but can also damage DNA across nearly the whole skin surface.
An investigation into the case of a Michigan man who contracted rabies after an organ transplant provided more details on the infection's origin.
The newest measles vaccination numbers released by Chicago Public Schools shows immunizations are finally moving in the right direction.
The Chicago Bears are expanding their search for a new stadium to Northwest Indiana, even though they already own land in Arlington Heights and have also proposed a new lakefront stadium in Chicago.
A Culver's is coming to Chicago's South Loop, a real estate broker has confirmed.
A new vision for passenger rail is on track in southeastern Wisconsin. The MARK Passenger Rail Commission held its inaugural meeting on December 5, 2025, at Racine City Hall.
U.S. Steel says it'll resume making steel slabs at its Granite City Works plant in Illinois amid strengthening demand.
Traffic at O'Hare International Airport is growing faster than expected, and this has Chicago city leaders wanting to make big changes to future construction plans at the airport.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre is hosting "The Phantom of the Opera," and staff offered a firsthand look at the iconic chandelier inside the theater this week.
The special features interviews with Kathy Bates, Annette Bening, Albert Brooks, Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Jerry O'Connell and Mandy Patinkin.
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
The Generations are holding a benefit concert next month. But first, they have some holiday music, including Chuck Berry’s classic “Run, Rudolph, Run.”
The group "Senior Helpers" gave back this holiday season. Here's a veteran who got a holiday surprise.
The Media Nuns, of the orders of St. Paul, use popular online platforms from podcasts to Instagram and X to evangelize.
The end of the year is fast approaching, and you may want to focus on getting your finances in order. Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger has some last-minute ideas to maximize savings and growth.
The Food and Drug Administration has approved Wegovy in pill form. Dr. Jon LaPook has the story of one man, Dr. Chris Mertens, who saw results.
President Trump invoked a law called Title 10 to bring members of the Illinois National Guard under federal service over the objections of state and local leaders.
Northwestern scientists said they found pancreatic cancer cells play a trick on a person's immune system by wearing a sugar cloak to disguise themselves as a healthy cell.
A host of new laws in Illinois will take effect on Jan. 1, 2026. From gun safety to rogue towers, protection from squatters, medical assistance in dying, protections for immigrants and more, here are some of the most notable changes in the new year.
Travis Konecny scored and added his 300th career assist, leading the Philadelphia Flyers past the Blackhawks 3-1 and handing depleted Chicago its sixth straight loss.
The Justice Department early Tuesday released more than 11,000 additional documents and photos from the Jeffrey Epstein files. Follow live updates here.
Cameras not working, video evidence missed by police and a psychic that leads a hit and run victim's son to a clue that changes the case
Some Chicago area hospitals are at risk of significant flooding both in and around the buildings, according to new KFF Health News/Fathom models.
Lawmakers in Springfield are looking to address the high water bills being reported in some suburbs from customers of Illinois American Water.
Electric bills in the Chicago area could go up as much as $70 in the next three years because of data centers, according to the Citizens Utility Board.
Advocates and legislators are seeking solutions and and accountability for a pattern of Chicago police arresting Black gun owners on firearms charges despite valid FOID and CCL licenses.
Travis Konecny scored and added his 300th career assist, leading the Philadelphia Flyers past the Blackhawks 3-1 and handing depleted Chicago its sixth straight loss.
The Bulls trailed 117-107 but closed the game on a 19-6 run.
Three Chicago Bears players have been named to the 2026 NFC Pro Bowl roster: safety Kevin Byard III, center Drew Dalman, and left guard Joe Thuney.
Murakami, or "Mune" as he likes to be called, was introduced on Monday on the South Side after signing a two-year, $34-million contract.
Each of the kids had $250 to spend during their holiday shopping spree at JD Sports on State Street.
Three teens have been charged with sexually assaulting a classmate this past summer at a graduation party for St. Viator High School students.
Chicago police asked for help from the public Tuesday finding three young women who robbed a woman at knifepoint on a CTA Red Line train the day before.
The driver of a Brinks armored truck was shot in Chicago on the Southwest Side Tuesday morning, officials said, during a robbery of the armored vehicle.
A third teen stood charged Tuesday morning in the brutal beating of a 62-year-old man on a CTA bus on Chicago's West Side last week.
A man was found dead with a gunshot wound to the back in the Jeffery Manor neighborhood on Chicago's South Side Tuesday morning.
