Attorneys: Sexual abuse allegations at Chicago high school involve more than one administrator
A former dean faces criminal sexual assault charges, and now a civil lawsuit. It now turns out the lawsuit may go beyond just one CPS administrator.
Former student says Chicago Public Schools did not protect her from sexual abuse
The dean of the young woman's former school, Brian Crowder, is now facing criminal sexual assault charges.
iGaming slow to catch on even as sports betting industry grows
The American Gaming Association estimates $2.72 billion will be wagered during March Madness. That's nearly twice the amount of this year's Super Bowl.
An East Chicago pastor tried to help migrants. Officials said it was dangerous
The pastor arranged for the family of 13 to stay in a church member's basement, but the city said it violated local ordinances.
Chicago veterinarian, dog show judge pleads not guilty to child porn charges
Adam Stafford King, a veterinary ophthalmologist, was charged with knowingly distributing child pornography.
Crash on I-80/94 in Northwest Indiana leaves 1 person dead
Two others have been taken to area hospitals for potentially life-threatening injuries.
Ex-Gov. Pat Quinn has warning for Chicago after Kansas City stadium tax referendum fails
Quinn has filed an ordinance with the Chicago city clerk that would ask the City Council to put a referendum on the November ballot allowing voters to decide if their tax dollars should support new stadiums.
CPS teacher killed in hit-and-run crash in West Lawn
The driver was speeding and did not stop after the crash, police confirmed.
Dog recovering after being shot during walk in Gage Park
Chicago Police said man told officers that two unleashed dogs ran and bit his dog. The man, a licensed Concealed Carry holder, pulled out a gun and shot one of the dogs.
Man faces multiple murder charges in Rockford, Illinois stabbing attack that left 4 dead, 7 injured
Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara said he was "totally shaken by this act of violence."
Chicago veterinarian arrested for child porn; FBI says he boasted of drugging, abusing kids
The FBI says Adam Stafford King also chatted online about planning to sexually assault his newborn son.
Chicago-area native found dead after going missing during hike in California
Monterey County, California officials said Caroline Meister, 30, had suffered injuries consistent with a fall.
Roseland woman says young people have repeatedly broken her security cameras
The woman is worried the property crime could escalate into something more serious.
28-year-old mother and mail carrier found shot to death inside car in Orland Park
Police have not said whether the shooting was targeted or a random act of violence.
Study finds 129,000 Chicago children under 6 have been exposed to lead-contaminated water
The study also found that predominantly Black and Latino populations were disproportionately less likely to be tested for lead, but also disproportionately exposed to contaminated drinking water.