Man robbed at gunpoint while walking in the Loop
A man was robbed of his belongings at gunpoint while walking in the Loop Wednesday morning.
Pedestrian struck by Metra UP North train; extensive delays expected
Both inbound and outbound Metra UP North trains are halted near Ravenswood after a pedestrian was struck Wednesday morning.
Wednesday's Powerball jackpot $360M; Mega Millions grows to $1.35B
Want to try to become the next Powerball millionaire? Well, tonight's the night.
Man, 33, killed in Garfield Park hit-and-run
The victim suffered trauma to the body and was pronounced dead on the scene, police said.
Crown Point, Indiana hosts Christmas tree bonfire
The tree burning was held at the Lake County Fairgrounds. It was monitored by firefighters.
Police find woman, 24, shot to death, toddler unharmed inside car in Joliet alley
Joliet officers responded and found the 24-year-old woman in the front seat of the vehicle with multiple gunshot wounds.
Human remains found in water near DuSable Lake Shore Drive
The Marine Unit was able to recover the victim's body from the water, police said.
Firefighters rescue two dogs trapped inside house fire in Streamwood
It was reported that the occupants had already escaped by the time crews arrived, but two dogs were trapped inside.
North Side AMC Theater showing free screening of 'Elvis' to celebrate 88th birthday
Fans can see Baz Luhrman's "Elvis" back on the big screen for free today.
Peoria man charged with deadly stabbing in Bridgeport
A man from Peoria is charged with stabbing another man to death in Bridgeport last month.
Rev. James Meeks, founder and senior pastor of Salem Baptist Church, retiring after 38 years of ministry
Under his leadership, Salem Baptist has been recognized as one of the nation's fastest-growing mega-churches.
Minivan struck by Metra train after getting stuck on tracks in Schaumburg
A Metra spokesperson tells us the driver of a minivan got out safely before the van was hit.
CPD issue alert to residents of recent carjackings in West Englewood
In each incident, the suspect approached victims on the street and display a black color handgun before demanding their vehicle.
Man, 50, stabbed in neck during argument in Albany Park
Chicago police say the victim, 50, was arguing with a known suspect on the street when he was stabbed in the left side of his neck.
Second day of protest, candlelight vigil planned in support of Iranian activists in the Loop
It marks the 3rd anniversary of the downing of Ukrainian flight PS752.