Severe storms lead to rescue mission, homes damaged in western suburbs
Homes were left damaged in Glen Ellyn and a recovery mission for a missing contractor is being conducted by search crews in Downers Grove as a result of Monday's severe storms.
Downers Grove worker rescued, another missing after being trapped in storm sewer during severe weather
The fire department has now transitioned from a rescue to a recovery mission, village officials said.
Lisle man charged in fatal 2-boat collision on Fox River
The suspect was taken into custody early Sunday morning and charged with reckless homicide and aggrvated DUI.
3 convicted in robbery spree targeting liquor stores, convenience stores, bars
Three men have been convicted of a string of violent robberies targeting liquor stores, convenience stores, and bars in Chicago in 2023 and 2024.
McHenry Outdoor Theater celebrates 75 years in operation
Three-quarters of a century later, it's still drawing crowds as a classic summer tradition in the age of streaming.
Experts share safety, HVAC filtration tips as wildfire smoke approaches Chicago
Health professionals at Rush Medical Center say Thursday's air quality is expected to be unhealthy for everyone, as the particles from the wildfires will be high and dense.
7 deaths in Cook County in 2026 linked to potent synthetic opioid cychlorphine
A drug known to be 10 times more potent than fentanyl has been linked to seven deaths this year in Cook County.
5 family members killed, 2 others hurt in East St. Louis shooting; 2 teens in custody
Illinois state police say the two suspected shooters are 15 and 16 years old. One of those suspects is related to one of the people killed.
Sens. Durbin, Duckworth honor memory of Sen. Lindsey Graham
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Illinois) issued a statement honoring the late Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), who died this weekend.
Woman killed, child critically injured in crash involving motorcycle in Englewood
A woman was killed and a young girl was critically injured in a crash involving a motorcycle in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood on Friday night.
2.9 magnitude earthquake recorded in Lake Michigan off North Shore
A 2.9 magnitude earthquake has been recorded in Lake Michigan off the coast of Chicago's northern suburbs Wednesday afternoon.
Illinois health department reports "higher-than-average" number of cyclosporiasis cases
The Illinois Department of Public Health is reporting a "higher-than-average" number of cyclosporiasis cases in the state amid outbreaks in other states nationwide.
Chicago fans at World Cup watch party left bummed after U.S. loss to Belgium
Fans saw the team's chances of reaching the quarterfinals for the first time in 24 years crushed on Monday night in their knockout match against Belgium.
Delta Air Lines flight hit by firework while landing at Midway International Airport
A Delta Air Lines flight landing in Chicago was hit by a firework as it was coming to land at Midway International Airport on Saturday.
Good Samaritan recounts helping passenger after tree slams onto SUV in Evanston
The tree ended up through the windshield, just centimeters from the passenger's face.