"Mini Bean" unveiled in New York, from artist behind "Cloud Gate" at Millennium Park
Chicago might be known as The Second City, but we're first when it comes to "The Bean."
Glenview man charged with attempted kidnapping of girl as she exited school bus
Pratib Ranjit, 24, is charged with aggravated battery and unlawful restraint.
Mayoral candidates trade heated remarks on crime, education, economy at forum
Polls over the past few weeks show various candidates leading the race, and different candidates surging.
Mayor Lightfoot, candidates, elected officials condemn violent arrest of Tyre Nichols in Memphis
The mayor also encouraged everyone calling for justice to remain peaceful.
High-rise fires have been a major concern in Chicago since 2003 Cook County office building fire
That fire broke out on Oct. 17, 2003, at what was then known as the Cook County Administration Building.
At debate, Lightfoot touts record while other candidates say her policies have failed
With little more than a month until the mayoral election, this was the time for each candidate to show Chicago voters why they deserve the city's top job.
Organizers sue City of Aurora, claim unconstitutional interference with pride parade
The suit claimed the vagueness of the Aurora Special Events Ordinance allowed the city to interfere.
Oscar Mayer hiring next class of Wienermobile drivers
If you relish the idea of taking long road trips – and riding in a giant hot dog – there are openings for what could be your dream job.
Crown Point, Indiana hosts Christmas tree bonfire
The tree burning was held at the Lake County Fairgrounds. It was monitored by firefighters.
Chicago In Memoriam: 25 notable Chicagoans who passed away in 2022
Here is a look at 25 notable Chicagoans who passed away this year.
Remembering Bob McGrath, 'Sesame Street' icon and LaSalle County native
McGrath, who died Sunday at the age of 90, grew up on a farm in LaSalle County and performed in singing competitions in Chicago as a boy.
Illinois Election: Midterm voter turnout low in large parts of West, Southwest sides
Only 41 percent of Chicago's 1.5 million voters turned out for the 2022 midterm election on Tuesday.
Piccolo Mondo Restaurant to close after 37 years in Hyde Park
Originally Piccolo Mondo Café, the trattoria has been in operation since 1985 on the ground floor of the Windermere House apartment tower, at 1642 E. 56th St.
Chicago Hauntings: Gangland vengeance and ghosts near Holy Name Cathedral
A 1926 gangland murder right outside the cathedral nearly a century ago left the cornerstone damaged by gunfire – and also purportedly has ghosts still hanging around to this day.
Chicago Hauntings: Strange happenings at the former John Hancock and an old mariner's curse
Chicago ghost experts believe the John Hancock Center is Chicago's most haunted skyscraper. Could it have something to do with a "curse" from an eccentric and dangerous mariner dating back more than a century now?