Chicago Teachers Union rallies for "green schools," upgrades such as lead pipe replacement
This happened as the union and CPS continue to iron out their contract.
Man shot outside South Side Chicago Family Dollar after police say his group attacked guard
A gun was recovered on the man who was shot.
Man loses wallet in rain in Pilsen, another man finds it and comes to front door
Social media helped shine a light on the selfless act—and helped create a heartwarming moment.
Woman suffers serious eye injury after being struck by random paintball in Chicago
Video taken Halloween night shows a group shooting paintballs at random people from inside a car.
2 men shot, killed at Navy Pier; police seek disgruntled ex-employee
As of late Tuesday, police were still seeking a person of interest. Belmont Area detectives remained at the scene investigating.
Chicago Police officer killed in shootout in East Chatham
The officer, identified as 26-year-old Enrique Martinez, was struck multiple times.
Motorcycles keep taking over Bronzeville pedestrian bridge, and residents have had it
Neighbors in Bronzeville say it is an ongoing problem, and they have serious safety concerns.
Owner of Pilsen taco shop assaulted in his restaurant
Ventura Orozco was face to face with a robber who managed to sneak into the back office demanding cash.
Sauk Village renters have no water, say dispute between landlords, village to blame
Online, several people have complained about late, missing, and inaccurate water bills.
Rapper Lil Durk arrested in Florida, charged in murder-for-hire plot
Grammy-winning Chicago rapper Lil Durk has been charged in a murder-for-hire plot and is now in custody. The FBI said he was arrested Thursday night in South Florida as he attempted to flee the country.
West Loop Chicago seniors say regular gunfire near their building has them terrified
Back in the summer, a social media video showed a man driving right through their neighborhood while pointing a large gun out the window.
Police shoot man they say threatened them with knife at DeKalb, Illinois car dealership
The incident happened outside Brian Bemis Toyota of DeKalb, at 1890 Sycamore Rd., according to the mayor of DeKalb.
Lansing, Illinois school administrator draws outrage over offensive joke
As quickly as District 158 school board members took their seats, they rapidly went into a closed session to discuss the future of human resources director Tanya Carter.
Survivor of deadly Chicago hit-and-run crash left with pain, few answers
Tatiana Cox's two cousins were killed in the crash and she's frustrated at the lack of updates from police.
Tinley Park residents donate to aid those affected by hurricanes
The for officials in Tinley Park was to ask their neighbors to donate supplies to take down south for those impacted.