Documents list complaints against since-fired communications director for Mayor Johnson
The documents reveal four complaints against Ronnie Reese between May 2023 and July 2024—all made anonymously for fear of retaliation.
Holiday light show coming to Chicago's Pullman National Historical Park for first time
The light show is a long time coming—for a site that inspired a holiday classic.
Man shot, critically wounded on Clark Street in Lincoln Park
The office of Ald. Timm Knudsen (43rd) said there is reason to believe the shooting was an isolated incident, and the victim and the shooter knew each other.
Man critically wounded when gun discharges in car in East Lakeview
The man was passing a gun back and forth with a woman in a car, police said.
Ravinia Brewing Company changes name to Steep Ravine after trademark dispute
The brewery was founded in the Ravinia District in Highland Park, where the music venue is also located.
Former Lurie Children's Hospital employee alleges she was fired for whistleblowing
Christina Christner worked as a pharmacy tech at the hospital.
Cook County judge removed from domestic violence cases due to threats against him
The judge is under fire for releasing a man who is accused of later killing his wife.
Exhibit on cats, from domestic to wild and ferocious, set to open at Field Museum
"Cats: Predators to Pets" opens at the Field Museum on Friday, Nov. 29.
12-year-old girl hit, killed by vehicle in Schaumburg
Schaumburg police said they were conducting a thorough investigation late Monday.
Person killed in shooting on I-80 in New Lenox
I-80 westbound was shut down at La Grange Road after the shooting.
Northwestern Medicine ensures couple can get married before emergency heart surgery
Annesley Clark and Christine Corso were determined to say their vows before it was too late. So when Clark's nurses at Northwestern Medicine heard the couple's story, they jumped right into action.
Chicago Bears, Arlington Heights reach tentative deal over property taxes
The team says it is still focusing on a new stadium in the city of Chicago.
Migrant shelter in old motel in Rogers Park has closed
The shelter at the former motel, at 7300 N. Sheridan Rd. at Chase Avenue, had been in operation since July 2023.
2 dead, 3 hurt in 3 separate shootings in Little Village in less than 24 hours
Investigation into each of the shootings remains under investigation.
Giant balloon in downtown Chicago draws attention to obesity in dogs
The balloon is just the beginning for IAMS' mission to support better dog health and wellness.