Armed robberies rattle longtime Northwest Side residents
Suspects in masks and carrying guns not only robbed but punched defenseless people.
Parents of Parkland school shooting victim visit Highland Park
Parents who lost their son in that tragedy are spreading their message to another community touched by gun violence.
Volunteers revamp Chicago high school's workout room, teachers' lounge
The nonprofit brought the expertise, and United Healthcare brought the funds and the volunteers.
On Illinois highways, IDOT spends millions to clean up bags of trash
In 2022, crews picked up 70 tons of litter. To date in 2023, they've collected about 47 tons.
Grandson of community activist shot to death in Auburn Gresham
Chicago police say the teen was found on the sidewalk near 81st and Racine with a gunshot wound to the chest.
Teen dies after car slams into Hinsdale sub shop
A 14-year-old pedestrian, Sean Richards, was hit and later died.
St. Charles police arrest five people in connection with human trafficking enterprise
It led to the discovery of a larger criminal enterprise involving Aurora, Chicago, Hanover Park, Elgin, and other communities.
Kids at Lurie Children's Hospital get a stress-free day thanks to a free boat ride
"This is something they're going to talk about for the rest of the summer. So I'm happy about that."
Like their great-grandfather, sister Meghan and Christina O'Rourke Race to Mackinac
"Back then, there was quite a bit of money on the race, quite a bit of gambling, and so there were some thoughts about maybe those with influence maybe wanted to change the outcome in their favor."
Family loses decades of memories in flood after record breaking storms
The water is gone, but the work continues each day as they sort through waterlogged possessions.
Officials urge Chicago residents to conserve water following storms putting strain on sewer system
The cleanup continues two weeks after torrential rains and devastating flooding.
Bridgeview jewelry store owner wants robbers to be caught
"They got me today. They're going to get somebody else tomorrow, and they need to be stopped."
Vietnam War memorial is set up in McHenry County
"A lot of emotion, you know, because we were forgotten."
Chicago activists demand names of CPD officers involved in allegedly having sex with migrants
"Right now, we would like a release of their names."
Residents in waterlogged Cicero beg for cleanup help
"My two sisters, my mom, and I are sleeping on the floor and we just need help, and I know most families also need help."