Concealed carry license holder wounded during shootout in South Loop
Two suspects shot at the victim, who then pulled out his gun and returned fire, police said.
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Two suspects shot at the victim, who then pulled out his gun and returned fire, police said.
A Cook County Sheriff's substation was supposed to open in the South Loop near the Roosevelt CTA Red Line stop on June 1, but now we're learning it could open as soon as Monday.
A Cook County Sheriff's substation was supposed to open in the South Loop near the Roosevelt CTA Red Line stop on June 1, but now we're learning it could open as soon as Monday.
Around 10 p.m., Chicago police responded to a disturbance call, in the 1100 block of South State Street, and found the teen with multiple stab wounds throughout her body. Police said she had gotten into an argument with someone who had not been identified.
The Chicago Michelin Guide has added five new restaurants in 2025, making them eligible for stars or Bib Gourmand recognition.
Chicago police are warning about a rash of car break-ins and an armed robbery in residential and public parking garages in the Near South Side and South Loop.
The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
Chicago police said two men were outside near Polk and Wells streets when one shot the other.
Police said at 10:13 a.m., the No. 3 King Drive bus was traveling south on Michigan Avenue just north of Roosevelt Road, when it was rear-ended by a private ambulance.
The driver of the private ambulance was issued two traffic tickets, police said.
One of the victims was stabbed in the chest, while the other suffered a laceration, police said. The victims went on to disarm the attacker and then stabbed him several times, police said.
The Chicago Fire released a sneak peek at renderings of the new stadium they're building in the South Loop.
President Trump has directed Immigration and Customs Enforcement to “do all in their power” to deport people in Chicago without documentation, and organizers and legal groups are already preparing for the escalation. Sabrina Franza reports.
As of Sunday night, there were no reports of injuries — and there was also no word on the extent of the damage.
As of Sunday night, there were no reports of injuries — and there was also no word on the extent of the damage.
At least 14 cars were damaged or broken into across two parking garages around 11:19 p.m. Friday, according to police.
Six of the damaged cars were found in a garage on Lasalle and Harrison. Some had items taken from inside.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker responded to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement operation in Chicago's South Loop Wednesday that drew protesters and resulted in at least 10 people being detained.
It was a chaotic scene in Chicago's South Loop on Wednesday, as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents and other officers took several people into custody.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents and other officers took several people into custody in Chicago's South Loop on Wednesday.
Outrage and confusion in Chicago's South Loop after ICE detains 20 people at immigration monitor site. Advocates are calling the surprise operation a deceptive move.
It was a chaotic scene on South Michigan Avenue Wednesday, as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents and other officers took several people into custody. Charlie De Mar reports.
A handful of Chicago alderpersons joined dozens of community activists and immigrant rights activists who were outraged by what they saw throughout the afternoon.
Video showed the man and woman attacking salon workers with pepper spray before robbing them and leaving the business.
Chicago police are looking for a pair of armed robbers who are targeting nail salons in downtown Chicago.
Vandals smash into Haymarket Pub & Brewery in Chicago's West Loop
Police in Yorkville, Illinois, were investigating Monday after they said a driver intentionally hit a pedestrian.
A fire blasted through an apartment building in Chicago's Roseland neighborhood Sunday night.
Two people were hospitalized early Monday after being hit by a car that did not stop in downtown Chicago.
A man was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being pulled from a house fire in Park Ridge, Illinois, this past weekend.
President Trump said that he has agreed to convert plans for a massive triumphal arch into a "top grade Military Complex," equipped with snipers and drone storage.
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.
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.
Police in Yorkville, Illinois, were investigating Monday after they said a driver intentionally hit a pedestrian.
Meteorologist Laura Bannon has your 5 a.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Monday, Sept. 21, 2026.
The 4 B’s — put on the brakes, breathing, and focusing on the brain and body — are a great way to interrupt anxious thoughts, slow down the body, and get some grounding. Erica Hornthal, a therapist and the author of the book “Body Aware,” joins Marie Saavedra.
Some lawmakers in Washington, D.C., are pushing for AI regulations, and the Trump White House say some actions will be taken. John Lorinc reports.
The move comes as pressure builds for the president, with just over 40 days until the midterm elections. Tina Kraus reports on this and other developments at the White House.
Williams got hurt while scrambling toward the sideline deep in Vikings territory with about 7 1/2 minutes left.
Police in Evanston, Illinois, said they are investigating after federal agents allegedly tried to arrest the wrong man this past weekend.
Two people were hospitalized early Monday after being hit by a car that did not stop in downtown Chicago.
Vandals smash into Haymarket Pub & Brewery in Chicago's West Loop
Police in Yorkville, Illinois, were investigating Monday after they said a driver intentionally hit a pedestrian.
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.
For the fans, the focus right now is on how Williams and the rest of the team perform on the field. Some are already dreaming of a Super Bowl appearance.
Chicago (87-69) reduced its magic number to one and could wrap up a berth if the Diamondbacks lose to the Yankees later Sunday.
Williams departed with a right hamstring injury midway through the fourth quarter.
Williams got hurt while scrambling toward the sideline deep in Vikings territory with about 7 1/2 minutes left.
The Wiener's Circle made good on their promise twice last season thanks to Caleb Williams and Head Coach Ben Johnson
Vandals smash into Haymarket Pub & Brewery in Chicago's West Loop
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.
