Police, CPS, other organizations prepare ahead of time to prevent repeat of Loop chaos
Access to Millennium Park was blocked off with grates Friday evening. Salt trucks were also posted to protect the area.
Numerous migrant families stuck camping out at police stations; volunteers are in 'crisis'
Every morning, volunteers get calls from police districts – asking them for help and not the city.
Cook County Jail officer charged with beating inmate using handcuffs over his knuckles
Reginald Roberson, 52, has been charged with aggravated battery and official misconduct, the second corrections officer to be charged in as many days.
Couple visiting from out of town speaks after being beaten during Loop chaos
The couple remains noticeably shaken up – trying to find moments to smile after what they went through.
Bronzeville shooting: man killed, woman wounded during carjacking attempt
Police said two gunmen shot the victims when they tried to drive away from an attempted carjacking.
Vendors forced out of Little Village Discount Mall will get to move to new home in Gage Park
Ald. Byron Sigcho Lopez (25th) hopes this will be a fresh start for these families.
Community demands action on problem buildings on Sheridan Road in Rogers Park
Drug overdoses, gang violence, a fire, and even a murder have befallen one specific apartment complex in Rogers Park – so what's next?
1 teen killed, 2 wounded in Evanston beach shooting; lockdown over at Northwestern
Police said no one was in custody late Wednesday night, but there did not appear to be a continued threat.
Children of Holocaust survivor share her instrument, story in 'Violins of Hope' exhibit
"You had to perform at the Nazi's whim, 24 hours a day. She would be called in the middle of the night to play for Nazi dignitaries."
City announces traffic plans ahead of Chicago's first-ever NASCAR street race
On Monday, city representatives released street closures, parking restrictions and how pedestrians will be able to get in and around Grant Park.
Money raised to benefit families of fallen Chicago firefighters
The department's Widows' & Children's Fund is putting together scholarship and memorial funds for Jermaine Pelt and Lt. Jan Tchoryk's children.
Englewood residents protest Save A Lot store in former Whole Foods site
The owners of the Save A Lot will now meet with the community and the alderman in Englewood before officially opening the store.
Ald. Gil Villegas wins runoff in race for reelection in 36th Ward
Lori Torres Whitt's concession statement suggested no love lost between her and Ald. Villegas.
Her friendship with a fellow White Sox fan helped save her life
On Opening Day 23 years ago, Kevin Fuller and his partner sat in front of Lisa Polk and her husband.
White Sox home opener 'better than Christmas' for many fans
The brats were grilled. The crowds grew and it was officially tailgating season.