Fiesta Mexicana restaurant in Uptown to close after 45 years
The restaurant, at 4806 N. Broadway, announced that it will close its doors for good on Friday, Dec. 20.
University of Illinois researchers develop DNA NanoGripper to detect, inhibit viruses
Scientists used the NanoGripper to grab particles from the SARS-CoV2 virus that causes COVID-19.
James Taylor to return to Ravinia for second year in a row in 2025
Taylor also played two nights at Ravinia this past June.
Police bodycam video shows garbage truck exploding in Arlington Heights
The blast injured two police officers and a firefighters Friday afternoon. They have since recovered.
Woman found murdered in abandoned home in Englewood
Further details about her discovery were not released.
Former White Sox, Phillies slugger Dick Allen posthumously called to Hall of Fame
Allen, who died in 2020, was a seven-time All-Star and a two-time home run champion during his 15-season run as a Major League Baseball player.
1 killed, 3 hospitalized after shooting, 3 more also hurt in crash in Cicero
Police did not specify what the relationship was believed to be between the shooting and the crash.
Police locate 10-year-old boy reported missing from Chicago's West Side
He was last seen around 4 p.m. near Quincy Street and Laramie Avenue in the South Austin neighborhood.
Loyola women's volleyball team beats BYU for first ever NCAA Tournament win
he Ramblers advance to the second-round match on Friday at 5 p.m. to play Purdue.
SUV slams into Dollar Tree store in La Grange Park
The driver of the SUV was treated on the scene by paramedics, but did not have to go to the hospital, the fire department said.
Pet dies in fire in adjoining homes in Joliet
The American Red Cross was assisting families late Wednesday, while investigators looked to determine the cause of the fire.
1 killed, 1 wounded in Morgan Park shooting
Late Wednesday, no one was in custody.
3 baby meerkats make debut at Brookfield Zoo
Known for their curious nature, meerkats are expert diggers with sharp claws built for speed.
Man dies 5 days after being shot during confrontation in Lincoln Park
The Cook County Medical Examiner's office confirmed that Alexander Nesteruk, 34, was pronounced dead Tuesday.
Mount Prospect animal feed factory to move after odor complaints
Prestige Feed Products makes food for pets, and for livestock such as pigs and cows.