Chicago gas prices jump 34 cents per gallon in the past week amid Iran war
There's no relief in sight for drivers at the pump as the war in Iran is directly driving up the cost of gas. Analysts expect more of the same unless something changes soon.
Rev. Jackson's funeral speakers to include Clinton, Obama, Biden
Final preparations were underway on Thursday for the public celebration of life for the late Rev. Jesse Jackson at the House of Hope on the Far South Side.
Obama, Clintons, Bidens will attend Jackson funeral Friday in Chicago
Former presidents Bill Clinton, Barack Obama and Joe Biden are among the big names who will be in Chicago Friday for Rev. Jesse Jackson's funeral.
What could the U.S.-Israel war with Iran mean for gas prices in Chicago?
Drivers in the Chicago area can expect to start paying more at the pump this week, as oil prices have spiked amid the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.
Elementary school students learn about history, arts putting on stage show
A group of South Side elementary school students ended Black History Month by staging and performing "Heroes of the Harlem Renaissance," doing everything from stage crew to starring in the production.
New Trier students learn engineering by helping kids with mobility issues
Some students at New Trier High School in Winnetka are learning the basics of engineering while giving back to kids with mobility issues through a program called Go Baby Go.
Uniting Voices Chicago held annual Black History Month concert at Auditorium Theatre
The concert was part of the annual Black History Month concert series from Uniting Voices Chicago.
Teen, 6-year-old critically hurt in West Englewood hit-and-run
Two children were injured, one critically, in a hit-and-run crash in West Englewood, Chicago police said.
Evergreen Park cheers on native Olympic hero Abbey Murphy and Team USA
All eyes were glued to the TVs at a pizzeria in Evergreen Park on Thursday as fans cheered on hometown Olympian Abbey Murphy and Team USA in a thrilling overtime win in the gold medal game against Canada in women's hockey.
Chicago barber recounts cutting Rev. Jesse Jackson's hair for last time
Larry Robert's Jr. recounts the day he cut Jackson's hair and sharing jokes with the family at their home.
Rolling Meadows Islamic school gets kids ready for Ramadan
Tuesday night marks the start of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, and in Rolling Meadows one Islamic school has been busy giving back and getting kids excited.
Naperville museum unveils new exhibit connecting city to U.S. history
In observance of Presidents' Day, the museum opened its 13-acre campus for free and unveiled a new exhibit that connects the city to the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Bartlett couple renews vows on 71st anniversary
A couple at a senior living community in northwest suburban Bartlett celebrated their 71st anniversary in a very special way: with a vow renewal.
No Metra SWS service after freight rain derails in Chicago Ridge
There are no trains running on Metra's Southwest Service line after an early morning freight train derailment in Chicago Ridge. The damage could take days to repair.
"The Dugout," Norman Rockwell's only Cubs painting, now hangs in Art Institute
The only painting famed American artist Norman Rockwell ever did of the Chicago Cubs is now hanging at the Art Institute.