Chicago air quality not as severe as last week, but Canadian wildfire smoke lingers
Chicago air quality was the worst in the world again Monday morning with Canadian wildfire smoke lingering in the area.
Chicago beaches and outdoor pools reopen as wildfire smoke begins to clear
With wildfire smoke clearing out of Chicago, the city's beaches and outdoor pools are reopening to the public on Friday afternoon.
Chicago air quality worst in the world as Canadian wildfire smoke chokes skies
Chicago air quality is now hazardous as Canadian wildfire smoke has settled in an acrid haze over the area Thursday morning.
Chicago Air Quality Alert extended as wildfire smoke arrives
An Air Quality Alert for the Chicago area is only being made worse by the arrival of drifting smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota.
Detention hearing delayed for suspect in shooting that injured 2 CPD officers
A detention hearing had been expected Monday for a man charged in a shooting that injured two Chicago police officers during a traffic stop last week, but the hearing was delayed.
CTA Yellow Line evacuated after downed tree causes derailment in Evanston
CTA Yellow Line passengers were forced to evacuate after a downed tree caused a derailment in Evanston, Illinois, during storms on Thursday night.
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.