Giannoulias makes his case for why he should be Chicago's next mayor
This week on The Angle, CBS Chicago's Chris Tye sat down with Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias to dive deeper into his campaign to become Chicago's next mayor.
Mayor Brandon Johnson announces reelection bid
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson addressed his supporters at the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center Sunday afternoon, officially announcing his bid for a second term.
Mayoral hopeful Alexi Giannoulias hoping to keep the Bears in Chicago
Five months until the 2027 mayoral election in Chicago, Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is leading in early polling, and has a commanding lead in fundraising.
60 years later, the murder of Valerie Percy in Kenilworth remains unsolved
A murder in Chicago's most affluent suburb happened 60 years ago, long before anyone had ever heard the phrase "cold case." Today, it's one of the coldest cases in the Chicago area.
Bridgeport residents lambaste plan for new White Sox stadium in South Loop
Plans for a new Chicago White Sox stadium in the South Loop have residents near the existing ballpark in Bridgeport concerned, not just because the team might be leaving, but also what might be coming nearby.
Chicago Mayor Johnson seeks to turn a new page in progressive politics
Johnson says he is addressing his future and the future of Chicago on Sunday, Sept. 13.
Johnson touts deficit reduction in 2027 Chicago budget forecast
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson released his 2027 budget forecast on Thursday and said the city's financial hole is not as deep as once feared.
DuSable Lake Shore Drive bridge reopens after heat malfunction
A major traffic jam snarled DuSable Lake Shore Drive downtown for hours as the bridge over the Chicago River was stuck in the up position.
Mayor Eddie Melton says Gary, Indiana, is sussing out what led to extended power outage
Gary Mayor Eddie Melton said in the aftermath of the extended outage that just because the power is back on does not mean everything is back to normal.
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry to open original south entrance
The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is about to break ground on a new project that would take the building back in time.
Power back on in Gary, but recovery from devastating Aug. 11 storm still underway
The power is back on in Northwest Indiana, but life is far from normal in Gary following this month's severe storms.
Nepali community in Chicago concerned for family back home after deadly flood
Nepali Americans in Chicago were awaiting word of family members in their homeland on Wednesday, after a devastating flash flood killed at least 160 people and left more than 400 missing in Nepal.
Kinzie Elementary School on SW Side closed after suspected mold found
For some students, the year started with outside classes and classwork in unconventional spots inside the adjacent Kennedy High School.
Influencer Keith Lee holds massive storm relief giveaway for residents in Gary
Thousands of Gary residents lined up for everything from food to household essentials.
Indiana governor calls for investigation of NIPSCO over weekslong storm outages
Almost two weeks since power was knocked out in Northwest Indiana, nearly 10,000 homes and businesses were still in the dark on Monday afternoon, and Gov. Mike Braun was calling for an investigation of NIPSCO over the prolonged outages.