2 dead, 2 hurt in shooting at Auburn Gresham gas station
Two people died, and two others were critically injured after a mass shooting at a gas station in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood overnight.
One man dead, another injured in River North shooting
A deadly shooting was reported overnight in Chicago's River North neighborhood.
Chicago Black Gay Men's Caucus builds community, advances advocacy
The Chicago Black Gay Men's Caucus recently brought together supporters, advocates, and leaders for an event centered on connection, recognition, and joy.
3 men shot, 1 fatally, on Chicago's South Side
One man was killed, and two others were injured after a shooting in Chicago's Chatham neighborhood on Monday night.
Reward up to $10,000 offered for information in fatal shooting of CTA switch worker
A Chicago Transit Authority switch worker was shot and killed in Chicago's Roseland community early Monday morning.
Heat wave hits with Extreme Heat Warning for Chicago, Cook County
An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for Cook County, and a Heat Advisory for the rest of the Chicago area, through at least Wednesday night.
U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley launches 2027 Chicago mayoral campaign
Illinois Congressman Mike Quigley officially launches his 2027 Chicago mayoral campaign, becoming the fourth candidate so far to announce their run for the seat currently held by Brandon Johnson.
South Shore Line on weekend/holiday schedule Friday after derailment
Commuter train service on the South Shore Line was suspended after a derailment, leaving riders scrambling for another way to get to work.
Teens tell city council why "teen trends" appeal, offer their safety solutions
City leaders have searched for ways to address large teen gatherings, and on Wednesday they heard directly from some of the teens who find them so appealing.
Chicago opens South Side emergency assistance center for gun violence victims
An emergency assistance center is opening on Chicago's South Side just blocks from where 14 people were hurt in a mass shooting Friday night.
Weekend shootings prompt push for gun violence prevention efforts
After a violent holiday weekend, Chicago city leaders are expected to announce new support for a dedicated Department of Gun Violence Prevention.
14-year-old shot, killed on Chicago's South Side
A teen was shot and killed in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood on Thursday night.
Man killed, suspected shooter shot by Chicago police officer, in Uptown, CPD says
A man was shot and killed, and the suspected shooter was in turn shot by Chicago police, on Monday night in Chicago's Uptown neighborhood.
Some still without power more than 3 days after severe storms hit Chicago area
Days after storms brought 13 tornadoes to Northern Illinois and Northwest Indiana, utility crews were still working to restore power to customers who were still in the dark Monday morning.
America at 250: How LGBTQ+ activism helped shape the evolution of Chicago
Long before rainbow crosswalks, pride parades, and openly LGBTQ+ elected leaders, the faces of the community lived in the shadows.