Johnson signs executive order against possible deployment of federal agents to Chicago
The signing of the "Protecting Chicago Initiative" comes amid growing concerns of federal agents arriving in the city as soon as Friday.
Body recovered from Lake Michigan near Monroe Harbor, police say
Chicago police said fire crews recovered the victim from the water around 3 a.m. Saturday morning.
Man, 59, charged in alleged stabbing of another in South Shore neighborhood
Donnie Bell, 59, is accused of stabbing another man on Thursday in the South Shore neighborhood.
2 women shot, 1 killed overnight on South Side, police say
A 25-year-old woman was killed and a 23-year-old woman was hurt in a shooting inside an apartment building in the South Shore neighborhood Friday night.
Woman with developmental disabilities reported missing, last seen on NW Side
Stefanie Cuc was last seen around 7 p.m. on Thursday in the 4600 block of West Grace Avenue in the Portage Park neighborhood.
Meet Zack, Lake County Sheriff's Office newest explosive detection K9 officer
The Lake County Sheriff's Office said K9 Zack will be performing sweeping duties for firearms and explosives at schools and other public buildings.
"Taste of Black Excellence" returning for its second year in Blue Island, Illinois
Chef Ora Thompson, creator of the event and the owner of the Chicago-based Cafe 322 Urban Bistro catering company, says the event is for everyone. Tickets are available through Sunday.
Johnson signs executive order for nutrition standards for food sold on city property
The mayor's office said Johnson is partnering with the Chicago Department of Public Health to help elevate the city's understanding and culture of natural foods.
Illinois iLottery player wins $50K in Powerball drawing; jackpot climbs to $950M
The next Powerball jackpot is worth $950 million, making it the sixth-largest jackpot in Powerball history, and the biggest in more than a year.
Body found inside submerged vehicle at Waukegan Harbor
The Lake County Coroner's Office said the vehicle matched the same information from a person reported missing in 2024
Man, 18, charged in alleged armed carjacking of woman on SW Side
Camani Montgomery, 18, was identified as one of the suspects who carjacked a 24-year-old woman in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood this week.
Driver sought in hit-and-run crash that left man, 83, seriously hurt on South Side
Police said the driver of a southbound silver SUV hit an 83-year-old man who was walking, and continued without stopping to help him.
Man, 68, charged in alleged shooting of woman on NW Side
Kevin Cullnan, 68, was charged after police said he shot a 55-year-old woman in the right forearm Tuesday night.
BBB warn consumers of possible scams during Labor Day weekend
With Labor Day weekend ahead, the Better Business Bureau is reminding consumers to be cautious of scammers.
Man stole money from open register at West Loop Walgreens store
Chicago police said the man made a fake purchase to grab money from the register before leaving the scene.