Russia pummels Ukraine with drone strikes
Russia launched hundreds of drone strikes against Ukraine, even as Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Monday that a new prisoner exchange was underway.
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Russia launched hundreds of drone strikes against Ukraine, even as Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Monday that a new prisoner exchange was underway.
On Friday, Russia launched a barrage of drones and ballistic missiles across Ukraine. Kharkiv's mayor said his city was shaken by "at least 40 explosions" Saturday morning, killing at least two people and wounding more than a dozen.
The three were emergency responders working in the capital, Kyiv. Ukrainian officials say the heavy attack included 407 drones and 44 missiles.
Ukraine launched a "large-scale" drone attack deep into Russian territory that security officials claim destroyed 40 military bombers as it gears up for another round of talks in Istanbul.
President Trump delivered a timeline to determine whether Russia is serious about a peace deal with Ukraine, and also expressed optimism about a ceasefire deal in Gaza. Erica Brown reports.
Germany and Ukraine strike a deal to jointly develop weapons with "no range restrictions," as the Kremlin says Trump's jabs at Putin are due to him "not being informed."
Russia launched rounds of intense aerial attacks this weekend in Ukraine. Officials there say at least 12 people are dead and dozens more were hurt in attacks on the capital city of Kyiv.
President Donald Trump called Russian President Vladimir Putin "crazy" after the country launched its largest drone and missile attacks so far in the war.
It comes as the two sides carry out an exchange of hundreds of prisoners of war. Ukraine says dozens of other people were hurt in strikes on the Kyiv region overnight.
that news coming from President Donald Trump shortly after a two-hour phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The first negotiation is an effort to push the president’s budget package through the House, while the second is brokering a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine. Willie James Inman reports.
Ukrainian officials say at least nine people were killed after a Russian drone attacked a civilian bus in the Sumy region early Saturday morning.
The talks are unlikely to yield immediate results, and they almost certainly won’t bring the elusive "deal" President Trump has been promising since returning to the White House in January.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says he's ready to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin for ceasefire talks. Putin has also called for direct talks. Now, in a country where truth comes at a price, BBC's Steve Rosenberg refuses to stay silent.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he is prepared to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin. Those talks are set to take place in Istanbul on Thursday.
Mr. Trump is encouraging the two nations to meet in Turkey this week, as he himself prepares for a trip to the Middle East. Willie James Inman reports.
In a rare late-night television address, Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed that the talks begin next Thursday in Istanbul.
Russian president Vladimir Putin is proposing direct talks with Ukraine aimed at ending three years of fighting.
They want a 30 day halt to fighting starting on Monday.
Trump said he supports a 30-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, announcing it on social media Thursday and threatening additional sanctions from the United States if it's not respected.
The president took to social media on Thursday to announce the ceasefire and threaten additional sanctions from the U.S. if it's not respected.
The ceasefire was set to begin at midnight in Ukraine, but Ukraine says just hours later, Russia launched guided bombs into northeastern Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says his country is ready for an immediate cease-fire if Russia agrees to a 30-day truce. The comments come after he dismissed Russian President Vladimir Putin's proposal for a 72-hour ceasefire.
American officials are reportedly finalizing new economic sanctions targeting the country's banking and energy sectors, according to Reuters.
The strikes happened overnight in the capital of Kyiv and southeastern Ukraine.
Chicago (86-69), which leads the major leagues with 214 home runs, began the day tied with Philadelphia and San Diego for the three NL wild cards.
Chicago police say three unknown suspects were traveling in a dark-colored Jeep sport utility vehicle and damaged 28 vehicles outside a parking lot.
The museum says the goal is to preserve the lives, experiences, and histories that live within those objects as part of a broader historical record.
Ed Sheeran opened his solo concert in Philadelphia on Saturday with comments about Gaza, saying what is happening there is "catastrophic and unjustifiable."
The defense said Katlar Parchman, 19, is a nursing assistant, goes to church, does community service, but was not the person who caused Kyle Bickham's death.
President Trump said Friday that three outlets would be banned from the White House, "effective immediately."
Fuel prices continue to climb across the country, and that has U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Illinois) pointing the finger at President Trump.
Americans are optimistic about scientific advances in AI, but concerned that AI may take jobs.
The vice president headlines a Council Bluffs rally Friday, his second Iowa stop this year. He's been one of the GOP's most visible midterm surrogates, with trips to Kansas, Wisconsin and Ohio.
The U.S. military has escorted one billion barrels of oil and over 2,000 commercial vessels out of the Persian Gulf in the last couple of months, the Pentagon said.
Fuel prices continue to climb across the country, and that has U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Illinois) pointing the finger at President Trump.
Nicor customers will get a break on their bills this fall after Illinois Attorney General Kwame Roul reached an agreement with the utility to cut $140 million from its requested rate hike.
Drivers in Chicago and beyond were paying the highest gas prices ever recorded for the Labor Day holiday as millions of Americans were making their way home on Monday.
Around 115 million domestic and international tourists visited Illinois last year, pushing visitor spending past $50 billion for the first time and generating more than $88 billion in total economic impact.
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul filed a lawsuit Thursday against ABC Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric Inc., alleging deceptive business practices.
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
A judge on Tuesday was expected to place two shuttered Chicago-area safety-net hospitals into receivership.
Cardinal Blase Cupich and a group of Catholic nuns have joined a federal lawsuit challenging Illinois' Medical Aid in Dying law, which is set to take effect in just over a week.
Flies have been everywhere this summer in the Chicago area, and some of them bite. But why is this happening?
Prime Healthcare is drawing criticism after announcing it will stop obstetrics services at three Chicago-area hospitals.
The future of Rate Field was back in the spotlight on Wednesday.
Plans for a new Chicago White Sox stadium in the South Loop have residents near the existing ballpark in Bridgeport concerned, not just because the team might be leaving, but also what might be coming nearby.
A new report from the University of Illinois Chicago said federal immigration enforcement led to $1.26 billion in unspent money at retail establishments and restaurants in Cook County.
Around 115 million domestic and international tourists visited Illinois last year, pushing visitor spending past $50 billion for the first time and generating more than $88 billion in total economic impact.
A new Whole Foods Market is coming to Chicago's Old Town neighborhood.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
Dubbed the "Designer to the Stars," Bob Mackie won nine Emmy Awards, a Tony Award and was nominated for three Oscars.
The stage was set and the air was humid as rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, took the stage for the first of two Chicago concerts at Soldier Field Thursday night.
The company said that Gemini managed to gain access to that company and two others by finding passwords online or guessing the login information.
Saturday marked the second of three days of fun with live entertainment, food, and, of course, beer. On Sunday, there will be a dog parade.
The event featured experts in workshops and presentations about parenting. Organizers say the event was created to remind moms that taking care of themselves isn't selfish, but essential.
There are 96 days until Christmas, but kids got into the holiday spirit early to audition for the 49th production of the play at the Goodman Theatre.
Journalists from MS NOW, CNN and Politico are seen walking away from the White House grounds after their press badges were revoked at the security post Saturday morning.
The defense said Katlar Parchman, 19, is a nursing assistant, goes to church, does community service, but was not the person who caused Kyle Bickham's death.
An off duty Cook County Sheriff's correctional officer was among 3 men injured in a shooting in River North.
Heavy rain and storms are prompting flooding concerns in the Chicago area.
Saturday's headliners, including Tool, Nas, Morrissey, Bad Religion and Bright Eyes, will now take place during the 6 p.m. hour.
Chicago police say three unknown suspects were traveling in a dark-colored Jeep sport utility vehicle and damaged 28 vehicles outside a parking lot.
The village of Grayslake is touting a new massive data center, but neighbors say they weren't given an opportunity to make their voices heard before the project was approved.
A Cicero woman is suing Uber and a driver after the driver allegedly sexually assaulted her. She and her boyfriend said Uber hired him despite the driver having a criminal background.
Both hospitals were supposed to be placed in receivership, but after five hours of closed-door negotiations on Tuesday, it is still unclear what the future holds for both hospitals.
Chicago police crime data show 255 reported crimes in the last two years on the two blocks where the former Hard Rock and Rainforest cafés sit vacant. Neighbors have been calling the city about the alley between them for six years.
A three-year effort by the Cook County Sheriff's Office to help bring down crime on the Magnificent Mile in downtown Chicago appears to be working.
Chicago (86-69), which leads the major leagues with 214 home runs, began the day tied with Philadelphia and San Diego for the three NL wild cards.
Chicago dropped into second in the AL Central after it blew a six-run lead in an 11-8 loss to Detroit on Friday night.
Hao-Yu Lee and Riley Greene each hit a two-run homer in a five-run eighth inning as the Detroit Tigers rallied from six down to beat the Chicago White Sox 11-8.
Jose Trevino lined a two-run single to right field with the bases loaded in the seventh inning and the Cincinnati Reds rallied for a 6-4 victory over the Chicago Cubs.
With heavy rain in the forecast on Saturday night, the White Sox have moved up their game against the Detroit Tigers.
An off duty Cook County Sheriff's correctional officer was among three men injured in a shooting during fight in River North early Saturday morning.
A man was found dead of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound after firing shots at an Indiana State Police trooper and fleeing the scene on Friday afternoon in rural LaPorte County.
A second person has been charged with killing a man by pushing him out of a moving CTA Red Line train last week on the South Side.
Darreon Plummer's flight to Washington state after Da'J Flowers was killed was itself evidence he committed the crime, the judge said, rejecting a defense request for electronic monitoring.
Inside the home, owned by Eugene Horsch and connected to his father, R.C. Horsch, authorities have found a trove of digital images, a so-called laboratory of chemicals and a small marijuana grow operation.
