Model Kaylyn Pryor to be remembered with honorary street name; her murder remains unsolved
It has been more than six years since senseless violence claimed the life of a young Chicago model named Kaylyn Pryor.
Veteran Fenwick High School teacher and coach placed on leave after misconduct allegations
John Quinn has been placed on administrative leave pending a third-party investigation.
Chicago considers making bid for 2024 Democratic National Convention
Chicago last hosted the Democratic National Convention in 1996.
Warrant issued for Jose Matias, 18, in shooting at Fashion Outlets of Chicago in Rosemont
Police in Rosemont have issued a nationwide arrest warrant for a teenage suspect in a shooting that left a man dead and a 15-year-old girl wounded at the Fashion Outlets of Chicago mall last week.
Man shot and killed at Fashion Outlets of Chicago mall in Rosemont identified; teenage girl wounded, possible third victim fled
Two suspected gunmen also fled the scene. Police say one person of interest has been located.
Gunman who shot, killed boss at Burr Ridge office complex was about to be fired
The gunman is identified as 31-year-old Jeremy Spicer from Arkansas.
City announces three finalists for Chicago casino
Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced Tuesday that the city has shortlisted three bids for a casino within the Chicago city limits.
Laughter is best medicine for family 10 years after shooting that killed Rekia Boyd
On this day in 2012, Rekia Boyd was shot and killed by an off-duty Chicago Police officer – and the officer who pulled the trigger went on to be acquitted in a controversial ruling.
Jussie Smollett released from Cook County Jail on bond
Smollett walked out of jail at 8 p.m. Wednesday, less than a week after being sentenced to 150 days for staging a hate crime against himself.
Chicago police officers won't be charged in 2021 shooting deaths of Adam Toledo or Anthony Alvarez
The Chicago police officers who shot and killed 13-year-old Adam Toledo and 22-year-old Anthony Alvarez in separate foot chases just days apart last March won't face any criminal charges.
Police officer stabbed, suspect shot and killed in Crest Hill
One officer was injured, and another shot someone, in an incident in far southwest suburban Crest Hill Monday night.
Uber, Lyft introduce surcharges as gas prices spike
The sky-high cost at the pump is leading to surcharges for both Uber and Lyft riders.
Families gather for vigil for four people killed when SUV hit train in Harvey
A vigil is being held in honor of the four people killed in a tragic train crash in Harvey Friday night.
Jussie Smollett's supporters ask judge to keep him out of prison
Among those asking Linn to show lenience are NAACP president and CEO Derrick Johnson, the Rev. Jesse Jackson, actress Alfre Woodard, and actor Samuel L. Jackson and his wife and fellow actress LaTanya Jackson.
Man shot, critically wounded on Red Line train at 63rd Street
A man was shot and left in critical condition Tuesday night on a CTA Red Line train at the 63rd Street stop.