Thanks to glitch, more than 3,500 Chicago water customers using AutoPay are billed more than once
Check your bank account – especially if you use AutoPay for your Chicago water bill.
Explosion levels house in Lake Station, Indiana; one person airlifted to hospital
One person was flown by helicopter to the University of Chicago Medical Center. We are told they're suffering severe burns.
Teacher at East Chicago school said she had a 'kill list' of students, police say
The fifth grade teacher was arrested on Thursday at her home after she was told to leave the school.
Woman charged with murdering, dismembering landlord in Arcadia Terrace home
Sandra Kolalou, 36, is charged with the murder of 69-year-old Frances Walker in the house at 5919 N. Washtenaw Ave.
Orland Park school playground noise prompted neighbors to blast loud, vulgar music
A school added some noisemaking musical instruments for the kids to play at a playground. Some neighbors couldn't stand the constant noise, so they took matters into their own hands.
Family upset after police release suspect in sexual abuse of 11-year-old girl; CPD seeking more evidence
"We do have a sense of urgency, but we do have to get things right. We have to do it right so that we can have the best chance of getting charges approved," Police Supt. David Brown said.
Woman just wants her puppy back after being carjacked, beaten at West Loop gas station
"Put your hand in your heart and bring me back Bella, because Bella - I'm her mom," said Lilliana Palacios.
PAWS Chicago travels to Florida animal shelters, bringing back more than 50 pets
"What we saw here was shelters that were desperate to get the animals out because the next wave is about to begin and we're getting ready for that, too. So next week, we're going to go back and bring back more pets."
Mother cries tears of pain and fury at vigil for 3-year-old boy shot dead in West Lawn
The boy's killer is still on the loose.
Recent attacks on women, kidnapping attempts have West Loop residents worried
While police have someone in custody, that is not enough to ease concerns.
Former Chicago couple moves to Florida just in time for harrowing experience of Hurricane Ian
So many people who had been evacuated from their homes were unsure what would be there when they returned.
Tempers flare at Downers Grove Library Board meeting about canceled drag bingo event for teens
As emotions ran high, some people did not adhere to time limits to speak their mind – leading to the pounding of a gavel.
Suffering from terminal cancer, Itasca firefighter gets special escort as he heads to hospice care
"It's an absolute honor to take him on this ride," said Itasca Fire Chief Jack Schneidwind, "but it certainly is heart-wrenching."
Chicago police shoot man who broke into Homan Square facility and grabbed guns during SWAT training
The Homan Square site is home to the Chicago Police Department's evidence and recovered property section; and serves as the base for several specialized units, including the SWAT unit.
How did a Plainfield family get a Max from 'Stranger Things' Halloween decoration to float?
We've watched it over and over again on TikTok like millions of people online, and yet, we can't figure out how any of it is possible.