What we know about slain Chicago Police Officer Krystal Rivera
Krystal Rivera, the Chicago police officer shot and killed in Chatham, was a loving mother, friend, and devoted police officer who cared deeply about protecting the community.
Old Joliet Prison administration building reopening for tours
In pop culture, the prison was made famous by two brothers who were on a mission from God.
Northwestern University researchers develop rapid test for lead in water
Chicago has more lead service lines than any other city in the United States. That concerning stat has inspired researchers at Northwestern University to help with a solution.
Old church building on Northwest Side to be transformed into pickleball club
At the former St. Cornelius Church, at 5430 W. Foster Ave., rows of pews will soon be replaced with pickleball courts.
4th annual Windy City Hot Dog Fest returns this weekend to Portage Park
This year, the event will feature nine of Chicagoland's favorite hot dog vendors competing for your vote to become top dog.
MLB's investment in women's softball league a thrill for UChicago alum commissioner
The AUSL season begins June 7 in Rosemont.
Lurie Children's honors CFD paramedics, EMTs for saving baby's life
Earlier this year, CFD ambulance No. 74 and truck No. 6 responded to a 13-month-old baby suffering from cardiac arrest.
Beloved La Grange teacher honored by local paper as she retires, just as when she started
Third-grade teacher Ms. Nancy Tusek is retiring next week, and it turns out her last days on the job are just as newsworthy as her first.
Crowds flock to Chicago River's North Branch for concerts on concrete pile
The concerts have become a summer tradition. They draw crowds above and below the Belmont Avenue Bridge that spans the North Branch of the river between North Center and Avondale.
Chicago Memorial Day Parade pays tribute to nation's fallen military members
"Together, we take a collective pause and remember those who have sacrificed their lives so that we can live in freedom," Mayor Brandon Johnson said.
Marine vet on mission to award Medal of Honor to WWI soldier from Naperville
Lt. Oliver Julian Kendall, who went by Judd, is the namesake of the VFW post in his hometown of Naperville, Illinois, but no one knows Judd Kendall's story better than Lew Bresse.
Nonprofit restores prairie, bison grazing at Illinois' Nachusa Grasslands
At the Nachusa Grasslands, there are more than 4,000 acres of restored tallgrass prairie — and one herd of bison.
High schoolers introduce youngsters to Beethoven at concert at Ravinia
A spring performance at Ravinia is a highlight for the high schoolers.
Chicago Heights furniture warehouse is back and better than ever 2 years after fire
Two years and three months after a massive fire, a company is celebrating its comeback.
West Side group hosts peace walk, basketball tournament to fight gun violence
On Saturday morning, the West Side sounded like New Orleans, with music from a brass band accompanying a message.