Some Chicago companies say they have to brace for hits from President Trump's tariffs
The price of a wide array of products will likely soon be going up as a result of the tariffs — affecting everything from food to electronics.
Scammers are trying to cast doubt on water quality, get consumers to pay in Cicero
Miles away in the north suburbs, the Village of Wauconda sent out a warning about the same scam late last year.
Accused serial killer Antonio Reyes charged with six Chicago murders in 2020
Police and prosecutors said there is no indication any of the victims knew the accused killer, 21-year-old Antonio Reyes.
Interfaith vigil held in Chicago 3 years after start of Russia-Ukraine war
Russia launched a barrage of heavy drone attacks on Sunday, while President Trump's push to align with Russian President Vladimir Putin has Ukrainians on edge.
Woman lost nearly $5,000 in tap to pay scam; bank wouldn't help for months
The tap to pay scams target good intentioned people who agree to donate a small amount of money by tapping their credit or debit card to a cell phone, only to be charged thousands.
Bus driver rescues nonverbal Wheeling teen out underdressed in subzero temperatures
A unique police database quickly identified the teen and reunited him with his family.
Indiana lawmaker says proposal to absorb 33 Illinois counties reflects real discontent
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, however, calls the whole thing nothing more than a stunt.
Skokie residents give village an earful in wake of water main break, flooding
The Village of Skokie issued a declaration of emergency Tuesday night.
From dinner at White Castle to City Hall weddings, Chicago celebrates Valentine's Day
Fancy upscale fine-dining restaurants might be busy this Friday night for Valentine's Day, but there's another less-thought-of restaurant that also is nearly booked to capacity.
Man took video, called police after seeing dog on open trailer on Indiana expressway
The dog is now in proper care, after state troopers said the animal was endangered and in distress. A suspect was in custody Thursday night.
Winter storm causes spinouts on Chicago area expressways, necessitates big cleanup elsewhere
Repeatedly in Lake Forest Wednesday, very light waves of snow would pick up significantly throughout day. Thus, as fast as crews went in to plow, the roads got blanketed again in a matter of minutes.
Sangamon County Board approves settlement with Sonya Massey's family over police shooting
Massey, 36, was shot and killed by a Sangamon County Sheriff's deputy in her home near Springfield on July 6, 2024.
Major retailer returning to Chicago's Loop despite increase of vacancies
The Gap factory outlet recently announced plans to open on State Street, potentially providing a spark to the Loop.
Extra-alarm fire sweeps through apartment building in northwest suburbs
Tatiana Moore said she took her eye off the stove for a moment, and then flames filled her kitchen and quickly spread.
Woman who left Venezuela for Chicago years ago worries about end of temporary immigration program
The Trump administration is terminating an immigration program that currently protects hundreds of thousands of Venezuelan migrants in the U.S. from deportation.