Bison return to Illinois prairies after nearly 200 years
A herd of bison has returned to Burlington Prairie in Kane County, part of a long-awaited return led by the American Indian Center
Can love overcome the Bears v. Packers? We asked houses divided.
With the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers set to face off in Saturday nights' playoff game, some local couples are hoping love can overcome even the biggest of rivalries.
Bears tailgate preacher eager for rare playoff matchup against Packers
Playoff football is back in Chicago. The Bears are gearing up to take on the Packers on Saturday in a do-or-die Wild Card matchup at Soldier Field. For some fans, it's not just a game, it's a religious experience.
New Chicago-Cook County domestic violence task force holds 1st meeting
The new domestic violence task force for Chicago and Cook County held its first meeting Wednesday, as the state's attorney announced new systemic changes to help survivors and victims.
Rescue officials warn of deceptive shelf ice on Lake Michigan amid unseasonable temps
Safety officials said what may look like solid ice along the shoreline is unstable, especially as temperatures rise.
Chicago bars and restaurants prepare for New Year's Eve crowds
Neighborhood bars and restaurants across Chicago are prepping for their New Year's Eve bashes on Wednesday. It's a process that starts months before the actual celebration gets underway.
Chicago lawsuits take U.S. Department of Education to task over funding cuts
Education advocates in Chicago filed two lawsuits against the U.S. Department of Education this week, arguing that students returning from Christmas vacation will be left without crucial resources such as after-school programs.
2 teens injured in separate Chicago shootings overnight
Two teens were injured in separate shootings overnight in Chicago.
Chicago Chinatown bustles with its own Christmas traditions
While much of the city is quiet on Christmas Day, Chicago's Chinatown buzzes with tradition, food and family.
Man dead, another injured after shooting on CTA Pink Line train in downtown Chicago
A man is dead, another is injured after a shooting on the CTA Pink Line train in downtown Chicago.
Suspect charged in bottle attacks on CTA has troubling pattern of violent behavior
A 19-year-old tourist was speaking out on Monday, days after she was attacked on the CTA Red Line in the Loop. The woman now charged has a history of violent encounters on public transit.
Earlier victim of man charged in CTA rape says system failed to stop him
A woman who was attacked by the man charged with sexually assaulting a woman in a wheelchair at a CTA station said that crime could have been prevented with action after her beating.
Bears threaten move to Indiana as Arlington Heights stadium bid remains stalled
The Chicago Bears are expanding their search for a new stadium to Northwest Indiana, even though they already own land in Arlington Heights and have also proposed a new lakefront stadium in Chicago.
3 suspects in custody after Chicago police chase
Chicago police said three burglary suspects are now in custody after a chase and crash earlier Wednesday.
Repeat offender charged with raping woman in wheelchair on CTA Red Line
A man who failed to comply with the terms of his electronic monitoring on previous criminal charges was released from monitoring just days before he allegedly sexually assaulted a woman in a wheelchair on the CTA.