Tenants in South Loop apartment building haven't had working elevators for weeks
For weeks, residents at a South Loop apartment building have been climbing up to eight flights of stairs after both elevators stopped working.
Northbrook residents fight plan to replace Meadow Plaza Shopping Center with condos
A proposal that could dramatically change the heart of downtown Northbrook faces growing opposition from some neighbors and business owners.
Columbia College offers first scholarship for students who experienced foster care
Columbia College Chicago is now the first private college in Illinois to offer free tuition and wraparound support to students who have experienced foster care.
Family mourns woman who died in boat crash on Fox River
The sister of a woman killed in a high-speed boat crash this past weekend on the Fox River said the victim always put others first.
Man ordered held on DUI charges for fatal boat crash on Fox River
A Lisle, Illinois, man accused of causing a deadly boat crash on the Fox River this past weekend allegedly had a blood alcohol content level nearly three times the legal limit at the time.
Mayor Brandon Johnson touts successes in Chicago, won't say whether he's running again
Speaking live on CBS News Chicago's morning news on Wednesday, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson touted an improving economy and falling crime in the city and credited his administration with the success.
Air Quality Alert extended for Chicago area with return of wildfire smoke
Smoke from the Canadian wildfires was back to choking Chicago air on Sunday after a break for the first part of the weekend.
CPS plans hundreds of layoffs, 5 furlough days to address $732 million deficit
Chicago Public Schools officials on Wednesday announced plans to lay off hundreds of teachers and other staff and impose five furlough days to help close a $732 million deficit for next school year.
Domestic violence task force says systemic gaps are failing survivors
A new report from the Chicago-Cook County Violence Against Women Task Force has identified gasp in the justice system that often fails survivors.
Neighbors say Thornton Reservoir in Chicago's south suburbs stinks after rainfall
People living and working near the Thornton Reservoir in Chicago's south suburbs said they were dealing with a strong stench.
Chicago fans get ready for USA vs. Belgium World Cup knockout game
Fans of all ages are getting ready for Monday night's game against Belgium for a spot in the World Cup quarterfinals. A watch party in Daley Plaza will close streets downtown.
National Aphasia Awareness Month: Drawing attention to a disorder affecting language abilities
June is National Aphasia Awareness Month, raising awareness of a disorder that affects a person's ability to speak, write, and understand both spoken and written language.
Some West Side homeowners still waiting for repairs from 2023 floods
As another round of heavy rain and possible flooding moves through the Chicago area on Wednesday, some homeowners on the West Side said they're still waiting for help from the city nearly three years after historic flooding damaged their homes.
Northern Illinois Transit Authority Act in effect; experts says it will improve transit around area
The Northern Illinois Transit Authority Act goes into effect Monday, bringing some changes to public transportation across Chicago and the suburbs.
Indiana woman recovering from spinal injuries after massive tree crushes car
A LaPorte County woman is recovering from severe spinal injuries after a massive tree fell onto her SUV last week in northwest Indiana.