Little Joe's bar responds to break-in with mock 0-star review for burglars
A popular Little Italy neighborhood bar was the target of an early morning break-in this week. While the owners said they are upset, they are responding with some levity.
Children's theater in Portage Park facing major water damage after storms
With more rain on the way this weekend, a Chicago children's theater is worried. They suffered flood damage already this week, and more damage could mean an uncertain future.
Experts offer safety tips to festivalgoers attending Lollapalooza
While this is the highlight of the summer for so many, there are some important tips to keep in mind ahead of the big four-day weekend.
Man accused of stealing automated license plate reading cameras in Lisle speaks out
His arrest comes as a small but visible vigilante movement has vandalized similar cameras across the country.
Widespread damage across Chicago after 2 rounds of severe weather
Two rounds of storms swept through the area on Monday afternoon, prompting tornado and thunderstorm watches and warnings.
Beverly homeowner's backyard parties draw repeated violations from city
A dispute over backyard gatherings in Chicago's Beverly neighborhood is escalating. City officials say a homeowner continues to host and rent her yard for large unlicensed events despite repeated violations.
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Hidden camera found inside bathroom at suburban marijuana dispensary
Police are investigating after a hidden camera was found inside the bathroom of a marijuana dispensary in southwest suburban Worth.
Teen killed in Wauconda e-bike crash
A 14-year-old boy was killed in an e-bike crash with an SUV in north suburban Wauconda, police said.
CPD SWAT officer shot during standoff in Albany Park; woman also shot
A Chicago police SWAT officer was shot in the stomach while responding to a hostage situation after a woman was shot and critically injured Monday morning in the Albany Park neighborhood.
Man recalls "uncomfortable" bout with cyclosporiasis, warns others amid outbreak
A Chicago man who got sick from cyclosporiasis amid a nationwide outbreak said it's been a terribly unpleasant experience, and as uncomfortable as it might be to talk about the topic, he wants his story and experience to help others.
Chicago woman found murdered, left in cardboard box in 1970s Indiana identified
A Chicago woman who was murdered and left in a cardboard box in rural Indiana in the 1970's has finally been identified after nearly 50 years.
Air Quality Alert issued for Chicago area due to high ozone pollution
An Air Quality Alert is in effect for nearly the entire Chicago area for high levels of ozone pollution during enduring hot and stagnant weather.
$50K reward to find fugitive in 2021 murder of Illinois National Guardsman
The FBI is now offering a $50,000 reward to find a fugitive who is wanted for the 2021 murder of Illinois Army National Guardsman Chrys Carvajal.
Hot cars can cause squishy toys like NeeDohs to become burn risks
Doctors are renewing a push to warn parents about burn risks from squishy toys like NeeDohs, especially during summer months when a hot car can cause similar danger to the social media trend of microwaving the toys.
Boaters share safety lessons after deadly boating accident on Geneva Lake in Wisconsin
Police in Lake Geneva say an experienced boat operator was overcome by at least two massive waves, causing the boat to capsize.