Off-duty Chicago police officer involved in shootout on South Side
The police officer was confronted by multiple armed individuals. He's expected to be OK and no injuries were reported.
Efforts underway to clear severe storm and tornado damage across Chicago area, Northwest Indiana
Severe storms brought heavy rain, high winds, and tornadoes across the Chicago area and Northwest Indiana Monday night.
Woman dies after tree falls on Northwest Indiana home during severe storms
Officials responded to the home at 8902 W. 141st Lane around 10:20 p.m.
Strong storms bring tornado warnings, wind damage to Chicago area
This latest tornado warning follows several others that have been called as the storms came through.
Woman sentenced to 58 years for killing, dismembering Chicago landlord
Sandra Kolalou was convicted back in April of murdering 69-year-old Frances Walker in October 2022 at a home in Arcadia Terrace.
Pritzker announces $100 million for violence prevention in Chicago
The announcement comes after an especially violent holiday weekend in Chicago, and multiple shootings again overnight.
Illinois state lawmakers discuss proposed mass transit merger
Illinois lawmakers want input from the public on a proposal to create the Metropolitan Mobility Authority to replace the Regional Transportation Authority, and combine the CTA, Metra, and Pace into one agency.
Chicago pastor missing, last seen in Joliet
Warren Beard is an assistant pastor at New Israelite Missionary Baptist Church on Chicago's South Side.
1 killed, 14 hurt in 2 separate mass shootings on West, Near West Sides
Both incidents come less than 24 hours after three people were killed in a mass shooting on the South Side.
Highland Park hosts July 4th parade for first time since mass shooting
City leaders said meticulous planning went into the occasion, providing space for both remembrance and family traditions two years after the 2022 mass shooting.
Search for missing swimmer resumes for third day at Lighthouse Beach in Evanston
Three other swimmers – a mother and her two teenage daughters – were rescued from the lake on Sunday, but a 41-year-old man is still missing.
Chicago mom was killed after abuser was allowed to keep his guns
A murky law involving emergency protection orders leads to some judges allowing domestic abusers to keep their weapons.
Search resumes for missing swimmer at Lighthouse Beach in Evanston
Police say three swimmers were rescued, but a fourth was unaccounted for as of Monday.
Chicago officials address safety concerns ahead of Pride Parade
The annual event, now in its 53rd year, is a celebration on the streets of Lakeview.
Street closures for NASCAR Chicago Street Race start Thursday
Preparations are underway in Grant Park for the return of the two-day NASCAR Chicago Street Race. The event will be speeding into the city next weekend and shut down major downtown streets.