Will Chicago's beloved choir win "AGT's" $1 million prize?
The Leo High School boys' choir hit the stage in the finals Tuesday night for their shot at the prize of $1 million.
Illinois lawmaker questions DCFS' handling of child abuse and neglect probes
A lone politician and a single parent joined forces to take on one of the most powerful agencies in Illinois: the Department of Children and Family Services. The pair is publicly questioning the use of interns to investigate cases of child abuse and neglect.
Group rallies against permanent closure of Weiss Memorial Hospital
Doctors, nurses, patients, and community members will urge administrators to act before a federal deadline makes the closure of the hospital permanent.
The Wieners Circle offering free hot dogs after Williams' performance against Cowboys
On Friday, the popular hot dog stand tweeted: "If Caleb throws 4 TDs on Sunday, we will give away free hot dogs on Tuesday."
Lincoln Middle School reopens after assistant principal killed
Students at Berwyn's Lincoln Middle School returned to class Thursday after their assistant principal Nerissa Lee was shot and killed outside the building Tuesday afternoon.
2 U.S. citizens among 7 detained in early morning ICE raid in Elgin
Several people were detained in an early morning ICE raid in Elgin, Illinois, Tuesday, which was shared on social media by DHS Secretary Kristi Noem.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem visits Chicago area amid ICE operations
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem visited the Chicago area amid increased ICE operations the Trump administration dubbed "Operation Midway Blitz."
Chicago Mexican Independence Day celebrations subdued amid ICE fears
Organizers of an El Grito event at a Pilsen neighborhood church on Monday said they changed locations at least three times for safety.
Mexican Independence Day Parade held despite ICE worries
Organizers of the parade said keeping it going shows the community's commitment to heritage and cultural resilience.
Chicago volunteers pack 500,000 meals for day of service on 9/11
A total of 1,800 volunteers turned out at Union Station beginning at 9 a.m. for the event.
Car fleeing Mag Mile burlary hits, kills innocent driver
Police confirmed that one of the fleeing vehicles hit a Honda CR-V at the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Ohio Street, killing the innocent bystander.
3 shot during balloon release in Dolton, Illinois
A spokesperson for Dolton said a person hiding in the bushes stepped out and shot three people moments before a balloon release was about to take place.
Senior Helpers provide services to help keep seniors safe and independent
Senior Helpers assisted 85-year-old Grace Hensley in making safety adjustments around her home after her fall.
Chicago Commission on Human Relations holds hearing on crisis of antisemitism
Mayor Brandon Johnson called for the hearing specifically focused on antisemitism amid a troubling trend in Chicago.
Chicago daycare was plagued by nasty leak, and it turned out city didn't know
Chicago's Department of Buildings commissioner said her inspectors did not know the daycare was in such a condition because no one ever told the city about the problems.