Chicago activates warming centers ahead of stretch of dangerous cold
Temperatures will plunge into the single digits by early Sunday, and likely won't rise above the single digits until Wednesday.
Neighbors want Pilsen bar shut down permanently after latest fatal shooting
Neighbors worry any reopening for Caminos De Michoacan would bring back old problems, so they're fighting to keep it closed for good.
With Sosa's return, addition of All-Star Tucker, fans pack Cubs convention
Organizers said they expect bigger crowds than normal this year with the return of legendary slugger Sammy Sosa.
Which neighborhoods get the most complaints about unshoveled sidewalks?
According to data from the city's 311 system, the West Town neighborhood has seen the most complaints about snowy or icy sidewalks so far this year.
Chicago Palestinian, Jewish groups cautiously optimistic with Gaza ceasefire deal reached
The ceasefire and hostage release agreement will halt more than a year of fighting in the Gaza Strip.
Chicago Israeli, Palestinian advocates optimistic about new plan for ceasefire
Advocates are cautious because there have been ceasefire talks that have failed in the past, but they are optimistic nonetheless.
Girls Night Out non-profit holds rally to raise awareness about human trafficking
On National Human Trafficking Awareness Day, a group of determined volunteers took to the streets on the West Side on Saturday, providing an unexpected lifeline to those in need.
Rideshare passenger wounded in Dan Ryan Expressway shooting, ISP say
Troopers responded to the scene for a report of an expressway shooting. Upon arrival, the rideshare driver told them they were shot at.
Norovrius, other viral infections are putting a strain on Chicago area health care systems
In addition to norovirus, regular winter respiratory illnesses like RSV and flu are spiking, as is COVID-19.
7 suspects from Chicago charged in luxury car heist near Milwaukee last year
Some of the men now charged were already convicted in a deadly carjacking in Milwaukee.
After odiferous leak, Whiting, Indiana neighbors demand better communication from BP
While local officials in Whiting assure the neighbors everything is safe, they also agree communication could be better.
Lake-effect snow to affect parts of Chicago area through Monday
The most significant lake-effect snow is expected in Lake County, Illinois, with generally 3 to 5 inches of snow possible.
Frozen Confines college hockey series lives up to name at frigid Wrigley Field
A sea of bundled sports fans made their way to an ice-cold competition in below-freezing temperatures.
Funeral services held for fallen Illinois State Police trooper Clay Carns
Funeral services were held Friday morning for Illinois State Police trooper Clay Carns, who was hit and killed by a truck just two days before Christmas.
Visitation held for Illinois State Police trooper Clay Carns, killed in roadside crash
The 35-year-old trooper was hit and killed by a car two days before Christmas on I-55 near Channahon.