Chicago Loop 'L' trains to be rerouted for two weekends
This weekend and next, track work on the Loop 'L' system is forcing reroutes on some Chicago Transit Authority train lines.
14-story crane rises for construction of concourse at O'Hare International Airport
A 14-story tower crane has been erected at the construction site of a new concourse at O'Hare International Airport.
Officer deemed justified in shooting, killing man with 2 knives in North Riverside
Officials have ruled that a police officer was justified in shooting and killing a man who police said was armed with two knives a year and a half ago, police announced Wednesday.
Man charged with shooting, killing CPD officer at hospital appears for fitness hearing
A judge could decide Wednesday if a man accused of shooting and killing Chicago police Officer John Bartholomew and critically wounding his partner is fit to represent himself at trial.
Magnolia Bakery at Chicago's Block 37 shut down due to cockroaches
The Magnolia Bakery location in downtown Chicago was shut down this week due to a cockroach infestation.
Chicago City Council Zoning Committee advances $580 million Woodlawn Central development
The Chicago City Council Zoning Committee on Tuesday gave the green light to the $580 million proposed Woodlawn Central development in the Woodlawn community.
Ald. Daniel La Spata asks for feedback on proposed development at edge of Logan Square
Ald. Daniel La Spata (1st) is asking people to weigh in on a proposal for a new housing complex on the cusp of Chicago's Logan Square and Avondale communities.
UChicago scientists create "artificial leaf" that could be used for wireless implants
What University of Chicago scientists call an artificial leaf that mimics photosynthesis could be useful for wireless medical implants and other technologies.
Woman charged in baby's death in Round Lake Beach back in 2001
A woman was arrested in Round Lake Beach, Illinois, Tuesday and charged with the death of her newborn child nearly 25 years ago.
Stella's Diner in East Lakeview closed for health violations
Inspectors last week shut down Stella's Diner in Chicago's East Lakeview community after finding a cockroach infestation and other health code violations.
Liam Stanton enters Chicago's 2027 mayoral race
Small business owner Liam Stanton has entered Chicago's 2027 mayoral race.
Lou Malnati's pizzeria launches bonuses, sweepstakes for its rewards members
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria on Monday announced the Lou's Rewards Fest, celebrating summer festivals in Chicago and loyal customers.
Man dies in boating accident on Lake Michigan offshore from Hammond, Indiana
A man died in a boating accident this past weekend on Lake Michigan offshore from Lake County, Indiana.
Burglars break into store in West Town, but fail to get ATM
Burglars tried unsuccessfully to take an ATM from a store in Chicago's West Town community early Monday, police said.
Near West Side Chicago church commemorates speech by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
A congregation on Chicago's Near West Side gathered over the weekend to commemorate 60 years since Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. spoke there.