Some experts want Peoples Gas pipe replacement program scaled back after big rate hike
The gas hike approved in November was the largest gas utility rate hike in Illinois history.
Mount Prospect building deemed a total loss after fire
A day after the fire, residents still could not get back into the building at 1852 W. Palm Dr., near Golf Road in the Orion ParkView Apartments complex.
Out-of-control parties blamed for 2 mass shootings in Chicago
Neighbors say both shootings were preventable.
Family wants more information from Carol Stream police in shooting that killed Isaac Goodlow
The Village of Carol Stream still has not disclosed which officer pulled the trigger — and the family said they want more than edited body camera footage.
Mother of boy on bicycle says driver was speeding recklessly before hitting him in Rogers Park
The boy was back home Thursday afternoon, with just a few scrapes.
Chicago residents testify at hearing on traffic stops, in wake of death of Dexter Reed
U.S. District Judge Rebecca Pallmeyer listened to hours of community input on what specific traffic stop-related requirements should be added to a CPD consent decree.
United Nations calls for action on behalf of alleged police torture victims in Chicago
The alert came from the UN's Special Rapporteur on Racial Discrimination, who said local efforts to address Chicago Police torture have been "piecemeal and far too slow in implementation."
Chicago Police set record for overtime in 2023, and trend is continuing this year
There are also additional needs this year with months of massive events on the schedule, notably including the Democratic National Convention in August.
Secret Service tours Chicago DNC venues; CPD officers to train for unrest
The Secret Service is staying tight-lipped about the convention perimeter—and an expert said the agency will not discuss it until absolutely necessary.
Illinois law would limit damages companies pay for biometric privacy violations
Meanwhile, Target was just hit with a class-action lawsuit from Illinois shoppers, who say the retail giant used high-tech cameras to collect face scans of its customers.
Teen suspect sentenced to 5 years in deadly shooting of Chicago drummer
The shooter, who was 14 years old at the time of the killing, pleaded guilty to first-degree murder.
Video shows Chicago Police officer shooting, killing man's dog; COPA has questions
The owner of the dog has already filed a lawsuit against the City of Chicago, the CPD and the officer in this case.
Illinois state budget clears Senate, moves on to House
Illinois is now a step closer to approving a $53-billion state budget. The Senate passed it, but the House still has to vote on it.
Rev. Ira Acree, Mayor Brandon Johnson's pick for transit board, withdraws from nomination
Acree's nomination had stalled after some aldermen questioned his qualifications, and he struggled to answer questions about the agency's looming budget deficit.
Advocates want lifeguards at beaches longer after boy nearly drowns in lake
The Chicago Fire Department transported the child to Lurie Children's Hospital where he was listed in critical condition.